HR Specialist (51306)

Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, Retirement and Benefits Support Needed!

Join a company where excellence meets opportunity! At MIRACORP Inc., we don’t just provide federal government contract services, we set the gold standard in quality and reliability. What truly sets us apart? Our people.

We believe our employees are the cornerstone of everything we achieve. That’s why we invest in talent, innovation, and leadership, fostering a workplace where your contributions make a real impact. As part of our team, you’ll experience unmatched career development, collaboration, and the chance to be part of something extraordinary.

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Specialist (Benefits & Retirement) serves as a subject matter expert and primary liaison for employee benefits and retirement programs. The specialist provides guidance, counseling, calculations, and administrative support for federal health insurance, life insurance, retirement, and related programs. This role requires deep knowledge of federal benefits laws, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly and accurately to employees at all levels.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as liaison between employees and health/life insurance carriers; respond to routine benefit inquiries.
• Explain benefit options, eligibility, coverage, and processes, including death benefits and survivor assistance
• Process and audit benefit enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and related documentation.
• Coordinate with payroll to resolve benefit discrepancies and ensure accurate deductions.
• Prepare and send benefit related correspondence, forms, and enrollment packages.
• Pull reports, analyze benefits data, and maintain accurate employee benefit records.
• Support benefit communication efforts and assist with employee education.
  Research benefit plans, policies, and regulatory changes to recommend improvements.
• Provide retirement counseling, including eligibility, creditable service, survivor benefits, and reductions.
• Perform retirement, TSP, and Social Security annuity calculations.
• Review and process retirement paperwork; prepare retirement letters, certificates, and employee packages
• Coordinate with payroll and other offices to gather required retirement information.
• Participate in or lead benefits and retirement related projects; provide feedback to management on process improvements.

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizen
• BS or BA degree
• 5+ Years experience with the following: 

• Broad knowledge of federal government retirement plans, including structure, eligibility rules, and computation methods.
• Strong understanding of federal employee benefits and compensation laws, regulations, and policies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal health insurance programs.
• Ability to conduct independent research on new benefit plans, regulatory changes, and healthcare policy updates.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain effective working relationships with insurance carriers, healthcare providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex benefits and retirement concepts clearly.
• High attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive personnel information with discretion.
• Experience computing Service Computation Dates (SCDs) and applying federal rules governing creditable service.
• In depth knowledge of federal regulations related to personnel records management.

Why Choose MIRACORP?

At MIRACORP, we recognize that our employees are the cornerstone of our success. That’s why we offer an exceptional benefits package from day one, including:

• Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick Leave)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options for healthcare and dependent care
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Protection
• Employee Wellness Resources & Assistance Programs
• Financial Counseling Programs to support long-term planning
• Commuter Benefits for work-life ease
• 401(k) with 100% immediate employer matching
• Independent, purpose driven work environment with meaningful impact
• A company that lives its core values, prioritizing integrity, accountability, and excellence

We proudly support veterans and all qualified applicants, ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your impact is recognized, and your career can thrive. Come grow with us because at MIRACORP, your success is our success!