Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration in Omaha as a Pension Plan Specialist and play a pivotal role in safeguarding America's retirement security. You'll manage complex federal pension plans, ensure compliance with ERISA and IRS regulations, and deliver expert guidance to federal employees and retirees. This position offers competitive benefits, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on public service retirement programs.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and administer federal pension plans, including Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
- Ensure compliance with federal retirement laws (ERISA, CSRS, FERS) and IRS regulations
- Process retirement claims, benefit calculations, and survivor annuities
- Conduct audits of pension plan operations and recommend corrective actions
- Provide technical guidance to federal agencies and retirement-eligible employees
- Develop educational materials on retirement planning and pension benefits
- Collaborate with OPM and Treasury on policy implementation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in pension administration, benefits management, or federal HR
- Knowledge of ERISA, IRS Code 401(k), and federal retirement systems (CSRS/FERS)
- Proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Benefitfocus, PeopleSoft)
- Strong analytical skills for complex benefit calculations and compliance reviews
- Ability to interpret and apply federal regulations (5 CFR, 26 U.S.C.)
- Excellent communication skills for stakeholder education and conflict resolution