Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's elite benefits team as a Pension Plan Specialist in Chicago. This critical night-shift role ensures accurate federal pension administration for millions of Americans while maintaining strict compliance with ERISA and federal regulations. Work in a dynamic 24/7 operations center supporting nationwide retirement programs. Enjoy comprehensive federal benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. This role offers unparalleled career advancement opportunities within one of America's most trusted agencies.
Responsibilities
- Process complex pension benefit claims and adjustments with 99.7% accuracy
- Validate retirement eligibility using federal guidelines and SSA databases
- Collaborate with legal teams to resolve disputed pension cases
- Conduct audits of pension plan documentation for compliance
- Train new specialists on federal pension regulations
- Generate monthly compliance reports for agency leadership
- Respond to congressional inquiries within 24-hour SLA
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience in pension administration or federal benefits
- Proficiency with SSA systems (eBENEFITS, MAXIS)
- FINRA Series 65 or 66 certification required
- Ability to work independently during night shift (7PM-7AM)
- Expert knowledge of ERISA and federal pension regulations
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables