Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration as a Pension Plan Specialist in Austin, TX. This critical night shift role ensures accurate federal pension benefit administration while supporting Virginia-based operations. You'll be at the forefront of safeguarding retirement security for millions of Americans through meticulous claims processing, regulatory compliance, and data integrity. Enjoy competitive federal benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and work-life balance initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Process and verify federal pension claims with 99.9% accuracy during night shift hours
- Interpret complex pension regulations (ERISA, IRS codes) to ensure compliance
- Collaborate with Virginia-based teams on cross-state pension portfolio management
- Maintain secure federal databases and generate analytical reports
- Respond to urgent beneficiary inquiries during overnight support windows
- Conduct periodic audits to detect and prevent fraud
- Train night shift staff on pension policy updates
Qualifications
- US citizenship and federal background clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 3+ years pension/retirement plan administration experience
- Advanced proficiency in federal benefits software (e.g., SMART, EBIS)
- Expert knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(k), and TSP regulations
- Ability to work independently during night shift (6 PM - 6 AM)
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, QKA) preferred