Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits), CG-0201-13

Administers benefits programs to include open seasons for FDIC Choice cafeteria plan, health and life insurance enrollments and changes, processing of retirement applications, and serving as a liaison between the carriers and employee/retirees to resolve complex and sensitive issues requiring in- depth analyses, coordination and resolution.

Evaluates, tests and implements new, revised and/or improved benefits programs, policies and procedures. Keeps abreast of legislation, regulations, and other guidelines relating to the various benefit programs. Interprets existing policies and procedures in response to inquiries from retirees and employees.

Prepares appropriate correspondence consistent with applicable regulations, policies and procedures. Works with benefits vendors' representatives to provide the operations perspective on benefits. Provides test data and performs operational testing prior to full implementation.

Provides counseling regarding health, life, vision and dental insurance, Federal retirement systems, Corporations and Federal savings plans, survivor benefits, flexible spending accounts and other programs. Responds to questions and inquires of FDIC retirees concerning Corporation benefits.

Provides guidance, consultation and assistance to managers, supervisors and retirees on retirees' coverage, suspension of benefits, dual coverage, loss of coverage, etc.

Conducts formal training sessions, and orientations for employees regarding benefits and retirement programs; and conducts meetings/briefings for various audiences to include senior management, supervisors and employees.

Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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 volunteer experience. Additional qualifications information can be found here.

Specialized Experience: To qualify, applicants must have completed at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the 12 grade level or above in the Federal service.

Specialized experience is experience providing technical expertise planning and administering Federal employee benefits services and programs in at least 3 of the following: retirement, health and life insurance, vision, and/or dental insurance; survivors' benefits; TSP or 401K savings plans, or Flexible Spending Accounts.

Applicants must have met the qualification requirements (including selective placement factors – if any) for this position within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.

For qualification determinations, your resume must contain the following for each work experience listed: Organization/Agency's Name Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Number of hours you worked per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.

NOTE: Please indicate how you meet the specialized experience under each applicable position. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications.