Job Description
Join our elite team at the Social Security Administration as a Pension Plan Specialist in San Antonio, TX. This remote-eligible full-time role offers the unique opportunity to safeguard the financial futures of federal employees through meticulous pension administration and compliance oversight. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to ensure our retirement programs meet stringent federal regulations while delivering exceptional service to beneficiaries nationwide.
Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible remote work options, and career advancement within one of America's most respected federal agencies. Your expertise will directly impact the retirement security of public servants across the nation.
Responsibilities
- Administer federal pension plans with strict adherence to ERISA and OPM regulations
- Conduct comprehensive benefit calculations and retirement eligibility determinations
- Oversee pension fund investments and ensure compliance with fiduciary standards
- Develop and maintain accurate participant records in federal pension systems
- Provide expert consultation to retirees and HR professionals on complex pension matters
- Conduct periodic audits to ensure plan integrity and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with legal teams to update retirement policies and procedures
- Train federal employees on retirement planning and pension options
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of pension plan administration experience
- Federal benefits certification (e.g., CBP, CEBS) or equivalent
- Proficiency in federal pension systems (e.g., NPS, FERS)
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(k) regulations, and OPM guidelines
- Exceptional analytical skills for complex benefit calculations
- Strong communication skills for stakeholder consultations
- Ability to manage confidential financial data with discretion