Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's elite night shift team as a Pension Plan Specialist in Chicago. This critical role ensures accurate federal pension administration for millions of beneficiaries while maintaining 24/7 service continuity. You'll navigate complex federal regulations, process high-volume retirement claims, and safeguard financial integrity in a dynamic overnight environment. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, shift differential pay, and career advancement opportunities while serving the nation's retirement security needs.
Responsibilities
- Process and adjudicate federal pension claims with 99.8% accuracy within SLA deadlines
- Interpret and apply ERISA, CSRS, and FERS pension regulations to complex cases
- Collaborate with OPM and Treasury Department on pension fund reconciliation
- Conduct benefit audits for Fortune 500 corporate pension plans
- Train junior specialists on pension calculation methodologies
- Maintain encrypted financial databases in compliance with federal security protocols
- Respond to congressional inquiries regarding pension fund solvency
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, or Public Administration
- 5+ years experience in pension administration or federal benefits
- FSPA or CFA certification required
- Active Secret Security clearance with polygraph eligibility
- Advanced proficiency in SAP Benefits Management and Oracle HRIS
- Demonstrated night shift leadership in regulated environments
- Expertise in multi-state pension compliance and tax implications