Federal Retirement and Benefits Specialist

GovStrive LLC•Washington, DC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a passionate Federal Retirement and Benefits Specialist with experience in federal retirement processing, who thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. At TBI/GovStrive, we are dedicated to helping our federal clients enhance the operational effectiveness of their HR organizations, improve customer service, and ensure compliance with federal regulations. We support agencies in transforming their processes, data, and systems to improve decision-making, increase efficiency, and reduce costs, while advancing their mission. Join a growing team of dedicated professionals who will challenge and support you to do the best work of your career.

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a Federal Retirement and Benefits Specialist (with a federal agency or contractor)
2–3 years of experience preparing and processing SWE forms (RI 20-124), in addition to basic CSRS/FERS service histories
Proficient in following agency SOPs, using standardized tracking methods, interpreting CSRS/FERS handbooks, and applying OPM BAL guidance
Strong auditing skills and attention to detail when verifying eOPF records, inputting GRB data, reviewing PDs, and confirming retirement eligibility and 6C SCDs
Proficient with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and remote desktop sharing

Nice To Haves

Prior remote work experience preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct eOPF reviews and service audits for assigned cases
Review position descriptions to identify primary or secondary special retirement coverage; verify coverage and complete OPM RI 20-124
Build service, salary, and earnings history into GRB; verify retirement SCDs, generate retirement estimates, and complete retirement packets
Research and prepare military deposit packets, including counseling and submission
Research civilian and military deposits, redeposits, and refunds
Initiate FEGLI corrections and SPPS billing
Maintain and update case tracking spreadsheets
Apply knowledge of FEHB continuation rules
Apply knowledge of FEGLI continuation rules
Utilize EmpowHR for retirement processing
Provide retirement counseling and retirement eligibility determinations for employees covered under FERS, CSRS, CSRS Offset, and Special Retirement Provisions.
Prepare, review, and certify retirement applications (SF-2801/SF-3107) for submission to OPM.
Utilize GRB, eOPF, NFC, EmpowHR, and OPM ORA systems to process retirement actions and maintain retirement records.
Calculate creditable civilian and military service, sick leave conversions, deposits, and redeposits impacting retirement eligibility and annuity computations.
Coordinate with OPM, NFC, payroll offices, and agency stakeholders to resolve retirement case issues and ensure timely adjudication.