Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's premier pension division in Nashville as a Pension Plan Specialist. Shape the financial futures of Americans by ensuring compliance with federal pension regulations, analyzing complex retirement benefit structures, and delivering expert guidance to federal employees and retirees. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving the public in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Administer federal pension plans ensuring adherence to ERISA, IRS, and OPM regulations
- Conduct benefit calculations and eligibility determinations for retirement claims
- Develop compliance reports and audit responses for pension plan audits
- Provide technical guidance to federal agencies on pension policy implementation
- Collaborate with legal and finance teams on pension plan amendments
- Train agency personnel on pension administration procedures and updates
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in pension plan administration or benefits management
- Proficiency with pension software (e.g., Millennium, FIS)
- Deep knowledge of federal retirement systems (FERS, CSRS)
- Strong analytical skills for complex benefit calculations
- Federal background clearance eligibility required
- SHRM-CEBS or QKA certification preferred