Job Description
Join our elite federal benefits team in Chicago as a Pension Plan Specialist. This critical night shift role ensures compliance with federal pension regulations while providing exceptional support to public sector employees. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on retirement security for public servants nationwide.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex pension plan administration under federal ERISA guidelines
- Process retirement applications and benefit calculations with 99.9% accuracy
- Conduct compliance audits for federal pension programs
- Provide night-shift support for urgent retirement inquiries
- Collaborate with HR departments across federal agencies
- Generate regulatory reports for OMB and DOL submissions
- Train junior specialists on pension plan protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 3+ years pension plan administration experience
- Federal benefits certification (CEBS or similar) preferred
- Advanced proficiency in pension software (e.g., FIS, Sungard)
- Expert knowledge of ERISA, TEFRA, and federal pension regulations
- Ability to work independently during night shift hours
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Active federal security clearance eligibility