Job Description
Join the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in Sacramento as a Pension Plan Specialist and help shape the financial futures of federal employees nationwide. This urgent opening offers a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of federal policy, retirement security, and public service. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement, and the satisfaction of serving your country in a mission-critical role.
Responsibilities
- Administer federal pension plans including FERS and CSRS systems
- Analyze complex retirement benefit calculations for accuracy and compliance
- Advise federal employees on retirement planning and pension options
- Develop policy recommendations to enhance pension plan efficiency
- Collaborate with OPM leadership on retirement system modernization
- Conduct audits to ensure fiduciary and regulatory compliance
- Train agency HR professionals on pension administration procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience
- Federal benefits certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CBP)
- Expert knowledge of FERS/CSRS regulations and OPM guidelines
- Advanced proficiency in pension management software (e.g., Oracle HCM)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to complex calculations
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance