Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's elite Pension Plan Division in San Diego and help shape America's retirement security landscape. We're seeking a Pension Plan Specialist to administer complex federal pension programs, ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and federal statutes. This high-impact role offers immediate opportunity to work directly with federal agencies, private sector partners, and retirement plan administrators to safeguard retirement benefits for millions of Americans.
As a key member of our National Pension Operations Center, you'll gain unparalleled experience in federal retirement systems while enjoying San Diego's vibrant coastal lifestyle. This position includes competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible difference in public service.
Responsibilities
- Administer and audit federal pension plans to ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS Code, and OPM regulations
- Review and approve retirement benefit calculations for federal employees and military personnel
- Conduct complex financial analyses and risk assessments for multi-employer pension plans
- Collaborate with federal agencies to resolve pension disputes and benefit discrepancies
- Develop training materials and guidance documents for pension plan administrators
- Prepare comprehensive reports on pension plan financial health and regulatory compliance
- Lead stakeholder engagement sessions with retirees, agencies, and plan sponsors
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Actuarial Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 3 years of pension plan administration or retirement benefits experience
- Expertise in ERISA, IRS Code 401(k), and federal retirement systems (FERS/CSRS)
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, QKA, or ASPA) strongly preferred
- Advanced proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, Vangent)
- Demonstrated ability to interpret complex financial regulations and statutes
- Superior analytical skills with attention to detail in financial calculations
- Active federal security clearance or ability to obtain one