About this role
Job SummaryThe Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is ranked within the top 5 mid-size agencies as a "Best Place to Work" in the Federal government! This Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits) position is located in the Office of the Executive Director. For more information visit: Office of the Executive Director (OED) | Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
QualificationsYou must meet the qualification (experience and/or education) requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Time-in-grade requirements must be met within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement unless you are (1) eligible for a special hiring authority OR (2) reinstatement eligible. To view the eligibility and qualification requirements of a Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits), GS-0201 -12/13 please visit: Human Resources Management, 0201 | Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Duties, responsibilities and qualification requirements vary in complexity among grade levels as noted below: GS-12: You must have one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS- 11 level. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience providing employee counseling in the following functions: (1) employee retirement (CSRS and FERS) and (2) federal employee benefits (such as FEHB, FEGLI, TSP, FSAFeds, Benefeds, Long Term Care). GS-13: You must have one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 level. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience independently administering employee counseling in the following functions: (1) employee retirement (CSRS and FERS) and (2) federal employee benefits (such as FEHB, FEGLI, TSP, FSAFeds, Benefeds, Long Term Care). Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including any volunteer experience. Please do not cut and paste the position description, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
Major DutiesAs a Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits), some of your typical work assignments may include: Process retirement service computation dates and a full range of retirement and benefits actions in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements using automated HR systems, including ORA, GRB, eOPF, and FPPS. Perform retirement annuity calculations and prepares detailed annuity estimates for employees under CSRS and FERS. Process civilian and military service deposit requests; adjudicates voluntary and disability retirement applications; and provides counseling and case management for death-in-service cases. Provide technical guidance and counseling on retirement and benefits regulations and procedures, clarifying eligibility requirements, explaining policies and procedures, and regulations requirements to agency employees. Administer the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, including processing new enrollments, qualifying life event changes, cancellations, and Open Season elections in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policy. Provide guidance to employees on FEHB eligibility, coverage options, premiums, and enrollment procedures. Plans, coordinates, and executes Open Season activities, including outreach communications and timely processing of enrollment changes. Develop and deliver retirement seminars, briefings, and new employee orientations, providing expert guidance on retirement eligibility, health benefits and related programs benefits options, and regulatory requirements. Plan and implement work-life programs and initiatives to support employee well-being and engagement.