Job Description
Join the prestigious Social Security Administration in New York and make a meaningful impact on federal pension administration. We seek a detail-oriented Pension Plan Specialist to ensure accurate retirement benefit calculations and compliance with federal regulations. This part-time opportunity offers flexible hours while contributing to critical public service.
Why Join Us? Work in a mission-driven environment with competitive benefits and professional development opportunities. Be part of a team safeguarding retirement security for millions of Americans.
Responsibilities
- Process and verify pension applications using federal guidelines
- Calculate retirement benefits with precision using specialized software
- Communicate complex benefit information to retirees via phone/email
- Maintain strict compliance with ERISA and federal pension laws
- Prepare detailed reports for internal audits and regulatory reviews
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve benefit discrepancies
- Update pension records in federal databases with 100% accuracy
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 2+ years of pension plan administration experience
- Proficiency in federal benefit calculation systems (e.g., BENEFITS)
- Strong knowledge of ERISA and federal pension regulations
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive financial data with discretion
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, QKA) preferred
- U.S. citizenship required for federal position