Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's Detroit office as a Pension Plan Specialist and play a vital role in safeguarding retirement security for millions of Americans. This premier federal position offers unparalleled career growth while ensuring the integrity of federal pension programs. You'll work in a dynamic environment with competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the pride of serving your nation.
Responsibilities
- Administer and oversee federal pension plan operations including TSP, FERS, and CSRS benefits
- Ensure compliance with OPM regulations and ERISA standards for retirement programs
- Process complex retirement claims with 99.8% accuracy within SLA timelines
- Provide expert guidance to federal employees on retirement planning and pension options
- Analyze pension data trends and prepare executive-level compliance reports
- Collaborate with Treasury and OPM on policy improvements for retirement security
- Lead training sessions for agency personnel on pension regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Public Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in pension administration or federal benefits management
- Expert knowledge of federal retirement systems (FERS/CSRS) and TSP operations
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, SPHR) or willingness to obtain within 12 months
- Advanced proficiency in federal benefits software and data analysis tools
- Top Secret security clearance eligibility
- Exceptional communication skills for stakeholder engagement