Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's elite pension division in Seattle as an immediate hire Pension Plan Specialist. This high-impact role requires expertise in federal retirement systems and offers unparalleled career advancement. Work directly with federal employees, retirees, and congressional stakeholders to administer complex pension plans with precision and compliance. Our Seattle office offers collaborative teams, cutting-edge systems, and a mission-driven environment where your expertise directly impacts millions of Americans.
Responsibilities
- Administer federal pension plans including CSRS, FERS, and TSP with 100% accuracy
- Conduct complex benefit calculations and survivor annuity determinations
- Advise federal retirees on retirement planning, Medicare, and survivor benefits
- Collaborate with OPM and congressional offices on pension policy implementation
- Lead audits and compliance reviews of agency retirement systems
- Develop training materials for HR professionals on retirement regulations
- Manage high-stakes pension appeals and congressional inquiries
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of federal pension administration or retirement benefits experience
- Expert knowledge of CSRS/FERS regulations, TSP rules, and OPM guidelines
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, CFP, or SHRM-SCP) strongly preferred
- Advanced proficiency in federal benefits software (e.g., HRIS, BENEFITS)
- Ability to interpret complex federal statutes and agency policies
- Top Secret clearance eligibility required