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Victaulic

Retirement Specialist

Easton, PA · On-site

Retirement Specialist Job Summary The Retirement Specialist is responsible for the administration ... Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to all applicable federal and state regulations (e.g ...

Victaulic

Retirement Specialist

Easton, PA · On-site

Retirement Specialist Job Summary The Retirement Specialist is responsible for the administration ... Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to all applicable federal and state regulations (e.g ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal retirement in the United States is $62,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $66,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel in a Federal Retirement Specialist role, you need a comprehensive understanding of federal benefits programs, retirement systems such as FERS and CSRS, and experience in human resources management. Familiarity with retirement calculation software, federal HR information systems, and relevant OPM regulations is highly valuable. Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to clearly explain complex benefit options set outstanding professionals apart. These skills ensure accurate guidance to employees navigating retirement, prevent costly errors, and promote confidence in federal retirement processes.

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A Federal Retirement Specialist primarily counsels federal employees on retirement eligibility, options, and benefits packages, often meeting one-on-one to answer detailed questions and provide retirement estimates. They prepare and review retirement paperwork, ensure compliance with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) regulations, and coordinate with HR teams to process employee transitions smoothly. The role also involves conducting informational seminars or webinars, staying updated on changing policies, and supporting employees through every step of the retirement process. This combination of administrative duties and direct employee interaction makes the position both detail-oriented and highly service-focused.

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A Federal Retirement job typically refers to positions within the federal government that focus on managing retirement benefits for federal employees. These roles are often found within agencies like the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) or specific federal retirement systems, such as the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Responsibilities may include processing retirement applications, providing guidance on benefits, and ensuring compliance with federal retirement policies.

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Infographic showing various Federal Retirement job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,680 per year, or $30.1 per hour.

Retirement Specialist

Business Management Associates, Inc.

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Business Management Associates, Inc. (BMA) Integrating People and Process Through Service, with a strategic emphasis on integrating people and process, and proven, documented project management methodology for internal and external management while maintaining a strategic and financial focus on an organizations most important component ' its people;
"Love Thy Customer; Love Thy Work; Love Thy System"
Business Management Associates (BMA) is seeking a Retirement & Benefits who has federal human capital experience processing benefit enrollment forms and other standard transactions, researching and preparing retirement calculations/estimates, early out/buy programs (VERA/VSIP and experience with (FERS/CSRS) retirement programs.
  • Scheduling and providing general information to employees on standard benefit programs options such as early out/buy out programs (VERA/VSIP); utilizing the agency's payroll and personnel system to provide employees with data such as time until retirement, current cumulative retirement amounts, how retirement systems work (FERS/CSRS); and how the VERA/VSIP affects retirement annuity and
  • Gathering and processing program documents which may include VERA/VSIP applications; retirement actions, incentive actions, and other personnel actions. All processing by CP that may involve a commitment of government funds or determination of an employee's entitlements or rights shall be reviewed by SEC personnel before being finalized.

Qualifications and Requirements
  • Minimum of nine (8) years' of experience with federal retirement programs (FERS/CSRS); optional/special VERA/VSIP programs and disability retirement.
  • Expert knowledge of the Federal Employees Health Benefit (FEHB) program and FEGLI.
  • Experience conducting group information sessions on benefit and retirement programs.
  • Experience with federal human resources terminology, regulations, operations, procedures, requirements, and practices.
  • Must have knowledge of Personnel Pay System (FPPS), Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF), and web-base GRB Assistant System.
  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a background check and HSPD-12 clearance.

Education Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree preferred

At BMA, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. BMA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which BMA has facilities. BMA believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

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