Summary

This announcement may also be used to fill additional Benefits Specialist, GS-0301-13, positions at FRTIB in the same location, requiring similar qualifications and experience.

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Duties

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• Serves as a subject matter expert for assigned retirement benefits areas and supports the overall retirement benefits defined contribution program.
• Oversees and monitors TSP vendor performance for accuracy, timeliness, and consistency with program objectives, policies, and guidelines.
• Identifies and resolves complex retirement benefits program problems, including issues related to legislative initiatives and administrative decisions, and provides guidance to the TSP participant population.
• Designs, prepares, and implements broad studies to evaluate policies and best practices used in other defined contribution plans.
• Develops written guidance on proposed changes to benefit policies and oversight procedures.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Youmust be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
• Make sure your application is complete. All required qualifications must be met by no later than 09/18/2026. Your application will not be reviewed if any required documents listed under the "Required Documents" section are missing.
• You may need to complete a one-year probationary period if you're selected.
• Selective Service Registration is required for male applicants born after December 31, 1959, unless exempt under federal law. You'll need to certify your registration status if selected.
• A background check is required. Your continued employment depends on successfully completing a background investigation and receiving a federal suitability or security clearance. You may receive a tentative job offer while the investigation is underway.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the specialized experience requirements listed below. Some positions may also require a basic qualification, such as a specific degree or certification. If applicable, that requirement will be listed below as well.

Specialized Experience

GS-13: You must have at least one year of full-time specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level (or equivalent) that shows you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to do the work. Examples of specialized experience include:

1. Administering retirement benefits or retirement savings programs by interpreting policies, regulations, or plan provisions to resolve participant, customer, or stakeholder issues.
2. Evaluating the operational effectiveness of an assigned benefits program, service delivery function, or external service provider (including contractors and vendors) by analyzing performance data against established or self-developed performance measures, in order to identify deficiencies, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions or program improvements to management.
3. Analyzing program, operational, or benefits-related issues to develop recommendations that improved service delivery, policy implementation, or program effectiveness.
4. Developing policies, procedures, guidance, reports, or recommendations to communicate program requirements and support organizational decision-making.

What Counts as Experience

We consider both paid and unpaid experience, including but not limited to volunteer work with organizations like the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, or other community groups. Volunteer work can help you develop skills that are directly relevant to this job.

A full year of work means working 35-40 hours per week. If you worked part-time, we'll calculate your experience based on the actual hours you worked to add up to one year of full-time equivalent work (2,087 hours). To receive credit for part-time work, you must clearly describe your duties and responsibilities, and the number of hours you worked each week.

Education

This position does not have a formal education requirement. You do not need to submit transcripts as part of your application, unless you are trying to substitute education for experience at or below the GS-11 grade level.

Additional information

The FRTIB offers wonderful benefits and work/life-balance flexibilities to help empower and reflect respect for our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off*, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the federal retirement system. We offer, as applicable, flexible work hours, annual and sick leave, transit and childcare subsidies, free and confidential employee assistance and occupational health referral services, free on-site fitness center, and off-site fitness membership reimbursement.

Further benefits and flexibility details are located here: FRTIB Employee Benefits.

The FRTIB offices are conveniently located within a few blocks of the Union Station metro station. In addition, private parking is available in the building at the posted daily and monthly rates.

Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position; however, other recruitment incentives may be authorized.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.