What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resource Benefits Specialist position at Cherokee Federal?
This position requires an active Public Trust clearance to be considered.
A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.
The Human Resources Benefits Specialist provides technical guidance and support on federal employee benefits programs, including health and life insurance, retirement systems, and the Thrift Savings Plan. This role advises employees and management on benefits eligibility, enrollment, and retirement planning while ensuring compliance with federal laws, regulations, and agency policies. The Specialist supports benefits processing, maintains official personnel records, and delivers individualized counseling to employees throughout their employment lifecycle.
Compensation & Benefits
Cherokee Strategic Solutions (CSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.
#CherokeeFederal
Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
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Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations.
Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.
A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.
The Human Resources Benefits Specialist provides technical guidance and support on federal employee benefits programs, including health and life insurance, retirement systems, and the Thrift Savings Plan. This role advises employees and management on benefits eligibility, enrollment, and retirement planning while ensuring compliance with federal laws, regulations, and agency policies. The Specialist supports benefits processing, maintains official personnel records, and delivers individualized counseling to employees throughout their employment lifecycle.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay commensurate with experience.
- Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
- Advise employees on federal benefits programs including FEHB, FEGLI, TSP, and retirement systems (FERS/CSRS)
- Conduct benefits briefings for new hires and assist with enrollments and qualifying life events
- Provide retirement counseling, determine eligibility, compute service dates, and guide employees on TSP withdrawals and benefits continuation (e.g., COBRA, retirement options)
- Review retirement applications (SF-2801/SF-3107) for completeness; verify service history against eOPF; manually calculate high-3 salary; and submit certified packages to OPM within required timelines
- Conduct one-on-one retirement counseling sessions within 60 days of eligibility using GRB Platform to generate annuity estimates and benefits summaries
- Maintain and update official personnel records in eOPF, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
- Manage FECA cases, including documentation and coordination with the Department of Labor
- Provide guidance on federal benefits policies, employee rights, and regulatory updates
- Utilize HR systems and tools to process benefits-related actions and maintain records
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience
- Three (3) to five (5) years of Federal benefits experience required
- Current OPM Delegated Examining (DE) Certification or ability to obtain within one year of hire
- Knowledge of federal staffing, recruitment, and position classification principles, laws, and regulations
- Familiarity with automated HR systems; experience with USA Staffing preferred
- Ability to learn and effectively use Personnel Tracking Systems (PTS)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to analyze information and support HR processes with accuracy and attention to detail
- Valid U.S. driver’s license required
- Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Cherokee Strategic Solutions (CSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.
#CherokeeFederal
Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
Similar Searchable Job Titles
- Benefits Specialist
- Federal Benefits Advisor
- Retirement and Benefits Counselor
- HR Benefits Coordinator
- Compensation and Benefits Specialist
- FEHB/FEGLI
- FERS/CSRS
- TSP
- Retirement Processing
- eOPF
Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations.
Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.