Human Resource Specialist (Employee Benefits)

Fayetteville, NC · Senior

$89,508 – $128,350

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This is a senior federal benefits specialist role within the Army, advising military and civilian personnel on retirement plans, disability coverage, and health insurance entitlements under OPM and DoD regulations. The position suits experienced HR professionals with deep knowledge of federal benefits systems and the ability to handle complex, legally sensitive cases.

Our summary, not US Army Civilian Human Resources Agency’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

One year of specialized experience analyzing and resolving complex HR federal benefits cases such as retirement, disability retirement, or Special Retirement Coverage cases
Experience with automated systems including GRB, BATS, and CLER
Ability to develop reports, SOPs, recommendations, or technical guidance for benefits programs
Knowledge of federal benefits, entitlements, and retirement programs per OPM and DoD regulations
52 weeks of federal service at GS-11 level or equivalent within the last 52 weeks

Nice to have

Experience coordinating documentation process improvement reviews
Experience developing external customer partnerships
Experience with Merit Systems Protection Board or Equal Employment Opportunity cases