Job Description
Join the prestigious U.S. Department of Labor in Seattle as a Pension Plan Specialist and play a pivotal role in safeguarding retirement futures for federal employees nationwide. This immediate hire opportunity offers unparalleled career growth while ensuring compliance with ERISA and federal pension regulations. Work alongside industry experts in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts retirement security for thousands of Americans.
Responsibilities
- Administer federal pension plans ensuring adherence to ERISA and IRS regulations
- Conduct complex benefit calculations and retirement eligibility determinations
- Develop and implement compliance audits for multi-state pension portfolios
- Collaborate with HR and legal teams on pension policy updates
- Manage participant communications and retirement counseling sessions
- Analyze pension fund performance and recommend investment strategies
- Lead system implementations for pension administration software upgrades
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Actuarial Science, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience
- SPBC or CEBS certification preferred
- Proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., UltiPro, Benefitfocus)
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(k), and federal retirement systems
- Experience managing multi-state pension portfolios
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to obtain federal security clearance