Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's elite team in Sacramento as a Pension Plan Specialist, where you'll shape the financial futures of federal employees nationwide. This critical role combines federal compliance expertise with pension administration mastery to safeguard retirement security for public servants. Work at the intersection of policy, finance, and public service in a dynamic environment offering exceptional benefits and career advancement.
Responsibilities
- Administer complex federal pension plans including FERS and CSRS with precision
- Conduct eligibility determinations and benefit calculations for retirement claims
- Develop and implement compliance strategies for ERISA and OPM regulations
- Collaborate with finance teams on actuarial projections and funding strategies
- Lead audits and quality assurance reviews of pension documentation
- Train federal agencies on pension policy changes and procedural updates
- Prepare executive reports on pension fund health and liability trends
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience
- Federal benefits certification (e.g., CEBS, CBP)
- Advanced knowledge of OPM regulations and ERISA requirements
- Expertise in pension software systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle HCM)
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one
- Experience with federal employee retirement systems