Retirement and Benefits Counselor

Overview Precision Collective delivers innovative professional services and strategic consulting solutions that help federal agencies accomplish complex missions with precision, purpose, and exceptional client service. We partner with government customers to provide program management, strategic communications, business operations, technical consulting, and administrative support services while connecting the best talent from industry, academia, and government to deliver meaningful results. Explore opportunities to join our team at https://precisioncollective.com/careers/

Why Work at Precision Collective? At Precision Collective, we believe great organizations are built by great people. We invest in talented professionals who are curious, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional results. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced leaders, contribute to meaningful federal missions, and grow your career in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and continuous development.

Position Description Precision Collective is seeking an experienced Retirement and Benefits Counselor to provide retirement and benefits counseling support to Department of the Navy civilian personnel. This is a part-time position focused on counseling under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS).

The successful candidate will be a senior professional with a strong understanding of Department of War and Department of the Navy retirement systems, including both current and legacy programs. This role is ideal for someone with proven experience reviewing service computation and retirement eligibility, briefing Navy civilian personnel, and providing clear, accurate counseling on federal retirement and benefits topics.

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Counsel government civilians on retirement eligibility, service computation, and the preparation and submission of retirement packages.
• Provide guidance on Federal Employees’ Health Benefits (FEHB), the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and Medicare.
• Advise employees on Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP), and Long Term Care (LTC) options.
• Counsel employees on Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS), CSRS-Offset, and Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) benefits.
• Provide information and support related to Social Security and death benefits.
• Brief Department of the Navy civilian personnel on retirement and benefits topics.
• Review total time in service and related documentation to support accurate retirement counseling.
• Prepare written materials, briefings, and employee communications related to retirement and benefits.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and relevant professional experience; equivalent military or professional experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated experience managing or counseling on retirement and benefits programs for the Department of War and/or Department of the Navy.
• Strong understanding of federal benefits programs and government civilian personnel environments.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• U.S. citizenship.

Security Clearance Requirements U.S. Citizenship required.

Location & Travel This is a part-time position that is primarily remote, with minimal travel in the Washington, D.C. commuting area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Federal Retirement Systems (FERS, CSRS, and CSRS-Offset).
• Experience supporting federal benefits programs and systems.
• Experience supporting government civilians in a professional counseling or human resources environment.

Total Rewards At Precision Collective, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing competitive compensation, meaningful career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Eligible employees may participate in company-sponsored programs and benefits based on employment status and applicable plan rules. As a growing organization, we foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-focused culture where employees are empowered to contribute, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact in support of our federal customers.

Compensation at Precision Collective is determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including education, relevant experience, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, internal equity, external market conditions, geographic location, security clearance level, contract labor category and funding requirements, organizational needs, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. The projected compensation range for this position reflects part-time employment. Actual starting compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and the factors identified above. Compensation for part-time positions will be adjusted proportionately based on scheduled hours worked.

Posted Salary Range USD $35.00 - $70.00 / Hr.

Equal Employment Opportunity Precision Collective is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and performance. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Precision Collective strives to provide an accessible application and interview process. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact our Talent Acquisition team for assistance.