Pension Industry Careers: Job Listings, Hiring, and Retirement Announcements
NCPERS regularly highlights the latest industry job listings, new hires, and retirement announcements on behalf of its member pension funds, stakeholders, and service providers. Find our latest roundup of RFPs here.
If your organization has news about its staff or is looking to hire, please send announcements to membership@ncpers.org for consideration.
Public Pension Job Listings
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California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
The CalPERS Legal Office is currently seeking an Attorney V in the Health, Contract Operations & Information Security Advice unit. The Legal Office represents CalPERS in litigation and provides formal and informal legal advice regarding all legal issues at CalPERS, including the areas of benefit and membership entitlement, health care, fiduciary matters, ethics, contracts, information technology, information security, data privacy, public records, operations, open meetings and investment-related matters.
This position will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review: 5/10/2026, 5/24/2026, 6/7/2026, and every two weeks until filled.
Salary: $12,659.00 - $16,883.00 per month
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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City of Austin Employees’ Retirement System (COAERS)
Director of Private Equity (PE)
The COAERS mission is to provide our members with their promised benefits. We are driven to be best-in-class, passionate about service excellence, and committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone can excel by leveraging our skillset, experiences, and backgrounds.
Reporting to the Chief Investment Officer (CIO), the Director of Private Equity (PE) performs advanced private equity investment work and serves as a senior member of the investment team. You will be responsible for sourcing and evaluating private equity investment opportunities, conducting due diligence and financial analyses, and managing the private equity portfolio – along with other tasks as assigned. As a seasoned investment professional, you will lead projects and initiatives, requiring a high degree of critical thinking and superb communication and negotiation skills. You will work closely with COAERS’ leadership team, and will collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, and other interest holders.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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COAERS is seeking an Investment Analyst to join our organization. Reporting to the Chief Investment Officer (CIO), the Investment Analyst provides analytical and operational support to ensure effective management of the COAERS investment program. You will assist in managing plan assets in accordance with the Investment Policy Statement, including asset allocation support, portfolio monitoring, and manager selection and oversight. You will support performance reporting, financial reporting, operations management, and compliance monitoring. You will also coordinate investment-related policies, procedures, and initiatives, and collaborate with multiple departments to meet information and reporting needs.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Dallas Police & Fire Pension System (DPFP)
The Dallas Police & Fire Pension System (DPFP) is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to oversee the financial operations of a $2B+ pension system serving approximately 11,000 active and retired police officers and firefighters. This is a unique opportunity to apply your financial expertise in a mission-driven environment where your work directly supports those who serve the community.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the CFO leads all accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting functions, while partnering with executive leadership and the Board of Trustees. Key responsibilities include overseeing audits, preparing the ACFR, managing actuarial and investment-related financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with GASB standards.
Salary Range: $150,000 - $250,000
Closing Date: Until Filled (review of applications begins May 8, 2026)
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS)
Chief Financial Officer
CBIZ Talent Solutions is proud to partner with our client, Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) in finding their next Chief Financial Officer. Established in 1942, MainePERS, an independent agency of the State of Maine, administers retirement benefits for thousands of Maine’s public employees, including teachers, legislators, judges, state workers, and participating local government employees. The system administers four open defined benefit plans, a Group Life Insurance Program, and a program of defined contribution retirement plans. Employers include the State of Maine and six of its component units, 234 local school districts, and 335 other participating local districts.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and as a key member of the executive leadership team, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for overall planning, organizing, directing and overseeing daily operations of MainePERS Financial Services and Employer Reporting programs. The CFO partners with the CEO and executive team to drive financial strategy, innovation, and operational excellence. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CFO plays a critical role in advising the CEO and Board of Trustees, staffing the Finance and Audit Committees, fostering and maintaining relationships with participating employers, and participating in leadership and strategic planning processes. The CFO will help foster a member-centric, success-oriented and accountable environment within the organization. The CFO oversees a staff of ~ 30 professional and administrative staff.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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CBIZ Talent Solutions is proud to partner with our client, Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) in finding their next General Counsel. Established in 1942, MainePERS, an independent agency of the State of Maine, administers retirement benefits for thousands of Maine’s public employees, including teachers, legislators, judges, state workers, and participating local government employees. The system administers four open defined benefit plans, a Group Life Insurance Program, and a program of defined contribution retirement plans. Employers include the State of Maine and six of its component units, 234 local school districts, and 335 other participating local districts.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and as a key member of the executive leadership team, the General Counsel (GC) provides comprehensive legal counsel, advice, and assistance to MainePERS across all areas of operations. The General Counsel oversees teams of professional and administrative staff, ensures the system operates effectively within the law, supports the Board of Trustees, and serves as strategic advisor to the CEO on governance, fiduciary, legislative, and investment-related legal matters.
Follow this link to learn more and how to apply.
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Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
Doug Anderson, PERA Executive Director, is currently filling a vacancy for an Agency Chief Financial Officer position. This is a full-time, classified, benefits eligible position. This position will be located in Saint Paul and travel is not required.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The CFO for PERA supports the Executive Director, as a strategic business partner, in managing and leading the financial operations of the organization. The incumbent hired into this role will consult with PERA staff on complex financial matters and set critical organizational goals as a member of PERA’s Executive Team. The CFO will also provide regular information/guidance to PERA’s Board of Trustees. Lastly, the incumbent will be required to oversee several financial functional services, such as, public pension accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, risk management, tax compliance, contract administration, administrative and board support services, and member/employer records management.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Montgomery County Employee Retirement Plans
Retirement Analyst / Senior Retirement Analyst
The Montgomery County Employee Retirement Plans (MCERP) is looking for an experienced Senior Retirement Analyst who is keenly interested in working in a high-volume and fast-paced work environment aimed to serve our local government and workforce. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently to successfully perform analytical and advisory functions concerning the County's defined contribution and defined benefit retirement plans, and provide advanced-level retirement counsel and service to all customers and stakeholders.
This position is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the County's various retirement plans, as described below. You will provide accurate and timely responses to incoming requests from retirees, current employees, stakeholders, and other beneficiary recipients as MCERP receives minimally 150 requests per week via telephone, email, and walk-in clients. You will also share your enthusiasm for retirement planning by leading seminars, presentations, and events for County employees.
This position may be underfilled as a Retirement Analyst, Grade N23. Once the employee is at full performance and meets the minimum requirements of the Proficiency Advancement process, they are eligible for a non-competitive promotion to the Senior Retirement Analyst level, Grade N26.
Retirement Analyst: $76,742 - $106,772
Senior Retirement Analyst: $87,235 - 134,054
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Nebraska Public Employees Retirement System (NPERS)
Director
The Nebraska Public Employees Retirement System is seeking a new Director. NPERS administers six separate employee retirement plans and one deferred compensation plan for the State of Nebraska. With an annual budget of $10M and 65 FTE, the organization serves approximately 175,840 members.
We view the transition to a new Director as a strategic opportunity. By any measure, we are a high-performing, fiduciarily responsible enterprise. Governor Pillen has appointed an experienced board of nine community leaders and the Nebraska Investment Counsel CIO, who bring diverse backgrounds, a capacity for robust strategic analysis, high-level oversight, and a collaborative spirit. The key responsibilities of our Director are to forge a strong partnership with the board, deliver data and analysis that informs strategy and innovation, provide visible and effective public leadership, motivate and lead our staff, and serve our members.
Our dedicated staff carries decades of knowledge and expertise and represents a vital resource. We value their continued service but recognize that key retirements are foreseeable. To this end, we will ask our new Director to begin with a comprehensive organizational assessment and recommend opportunities for improvement and growth. Ensuring that our Director's focus on strategy, public advocacy, and innovation is complemented by strong operational leadership will be a key outcome.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS)
The Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) is now accepting online applications for the Director of Internal Audit recruitment. This recruitment is open to the public and will remain open until the Director of Internal Audit vacancy is filled. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until the needs of OCERS have been met. The first round of application reviews is scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
The Director of Internal Audit will report directly to the Audit Committee with functional support from the Chief Executive Officer and will oversee department direct reports. This position will have the direct responsibility of coordinating internal audits to ensure that OCERS has a comprehensive system of financial and operational internal controls in place to minimize risks and substantiate overall system compliance. This position will assist the Board of Retirement and management in the effective discharge of their fiduciary responsibilities and will be expected to uphold the highest standards of accountability, plan sponsor focus and system efficiency. The Director of Internal Audit will be expected to set the scope of work and audit objectives while ensuring audit goals are met in a timely manner.
Salary Range: $156,832.00 - $243,089.60 Annually
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Investment Analyst (Portfolio Analytics)
The Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS)is now accepting on-line applications to fill the position of Investment Analyst (Portfolio Analytics). Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis.
The Investment Analyst (Portfolio Analytics) is an entry-level role designed to develop foundational skills in institutional investing. This position focuses on quantitative analysis, data management, and operational support, forming the analytical backbone of the investment team. The Investment Analyst will leverage data, technology, and emerging AI and agentic AI tools to support investment processes, enhance efficiency, and improve insight generation. The role provides broad exposure to investment strategies, teams, and processes, preparing individuals for advancement into more specialized investment roles.
Salary Range: $94,531.00 - $137,069.00 Annually
Closing date: Until Filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Senior Human Resources Analyst
The Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) invites you to join our team! OCERS is seeking a motivated and experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Human Resources Staff Analyst. The Human Resources department is a fast-paced, hands-on, and essential component to the agency's smooth operation, with priorities that evolve as agency needs change. This role is well-suited for someone ready to take the next step in their career—someone who can adapt quickly, manage a high-volume workload, lead with clarity while supporting the transformation of the department, all while upholding OCERS’ high standards of service.
Under the general direction of the Human Resources Director, the Senior Human Resources Staff Analyst plays a pivotal leadership role within the department. This position assists with leading the HR team and assists with the management of the daily operations of the Human Resources Department.
Responsibilities include overseeing key HR functions such as employee and labor relations, classification and compensation, benefits and leave administration, recruiting, and policy development. The Senior HR Staff Analyst is instrumental in implementing strategic initiatives, improving operational effectiveness, and supporting workforce planning and succession efforts. This position also leads cross-functional HR projects and serves as a subject matter expert in employment law, HR best practices, and agency policy.
Salary: $101,620 - $157,513
Closing Date: Until Filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS )
Executive Director
The School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS or System), located in Columbus, Ohio, with over $21 billion in net assets, is searching for an Executive Director to join this highly regarded statewide public retirement system.
SERS is widely recognized for its effective governance and delivery of high-quality member service. The System is financially strong, with a funding ratio of 79% and a disciplined funding policy that positions SERS on a clear path to full funding and long-term financial sustainability.
The position is available as a result of Richard Stensrud’s upcoming retirement following almost nine years of service as Executive Director. In SERS’ 89-year history, there have only been seven Executive Directors.
The Executive Director, reporting to the Retirement Board and to the Board Chair administratively, is the central point of responsibility and accountability for $36.2 million administrative budget. Investment expense for FY2025 totaled $117.7 million. The relationship between the Board and management is positive and collaborative with a high level of trust and confidence built on transparency and accountability. The Leadership Team is made up of highly experienced and accomplished executives, each bringing significant institutional knowledge, with an average tenure of more than 10 years.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio)
Deputy Executive Director, Finance/Chief Financial Officer
The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio) is seeking an experienced finance executive to serve as Deputy Executive Director, Finance and Chief Financial Officer. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position provides strategic leadership over all financial functions of STRS Ohio, including financial analysis and reporting, budgeting, accounting and tax, employer reporting, investment accounting, and investment performance measurement.
Established in 1920 and serving Ohio’s educators, STRS Ohio is one of the nation’s largest retirement systems, serving nearly 550,000 active, inactive, and retired public-school teachers, and university faculty members, managing approximately $96.3 billion as of June 30, 2025, in assets and paying more than $7 billion in benefits annually.
Salary: $241,874 - $314,436
Closing Date: Until Filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply
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City of Phoenix Employees' Retirement System (COPERS)
Retirement Program Administrator
The City of Phoenix Employees' Retirement System (COPERS) is a single-employer, defined benefit pension plan established by the City Charter. Its purpose is to provide retirement, disability retirement and survivor benefits for its members. COPERS is a $4.3 billion public retirement system for non-uniformed City of Phoenix employees. COPERS has an active membership of approximately 9,600 employees and retired membership of approximately 9,000.
The Retirement Office serves several vital roles within the City, including COPERS, a robust Defined Contribution/Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP), a Post Employment Health Plan (a VEBA Trust) (PEHP), and performs administrative duties on behalf of the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System. Due to an upcoming retirement, the City of Phoenix is looking for their next Retirement Program Administrator.
Salary: Up to $207,979
Closing date: Friday, May 29, 2026.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply
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Pension and Deferred Compensation Attorney (Assistant City Attorney IV)
The City of Phoenix, Arizona is seeking an experienced Pension and Deferred Compensation Attorney (classification: Assistant City Attorney IV) to serve as counsel to the Retirement Office and the City of Phoenix Employees’ Retirement System (COPERS) governing board, as well as the governing boards for the Defined Contribution/Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP) and the Post Employment Health Plan (a VEBA Trust) (PEHP).
In this capacity, the Pension Attorney provides legal guidance on public pension and deferred compensation matters, while supporting board governance and decision-making in a highly specialized area of municipal law. This role works closely with executive leadership, board members, and staff, serves as a trusted legal advisor and subject matter expert, and helps ensure the integrity and effectiveness of the City’s retirement program.
Salary: $126,734 - $168,272
Closing date: June 18, 2026
Follow this link for more details and how to apply
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Sacramento County Employees’ Retirement System (SCERS)
SCERS is seeking a strategic, innovative, leader with executive presence, financial and accounting literacy, strong project and program management experience, and excellent people management skills to serves as its next Chief Operations Officer (COO). This position is responsible for directing and managing internal operations; overseeing a team of 18 full-time employees in Accounting and Finance, Operations, Human Resources, and Technology; managing SCERS’ $25 million annual operating budget; and leading agency-wide strategic planning, compliance, and risk management. This position serves as the backstop to the CEO and manages the system in his absence.
Salary: $179,902-$290,775
Closing Date: May 29, 2026
Follow this link for more details and how to apply
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San Antonio Fire & Police Pension Fund (SAFPPF)
General Counsel
The San Antonio Fire & Police Pension Fund (SAFPPF) is seeking an experienced and mission-driven General Counsel to serve as the Fund’s chief legal advisor and a key partner to the Board of Trustees and Executive Director.
This role offers a unique opportunity to support one of the nation’s premier public safety pension systems and to help safeguard the retirement security of San Antonio’s firefighters and police officers. The Fund is seeking a legal professional who communicates clearly, analyzes complex issues with precision, understands investment structures and trends, and thrives in a public sector environment with a high degree of independence and responsibility.
The General Counsel oversees all legal and compliance matters affecting the Fund, providing guidance across a wide range of practice areas, including fiduciary and ethical duties, governance, pension and benefits law, securities, investments, real estate, employment, domestic relations orders, open government, and public information.
Interested parties should email: Joe@g3publicrelations.com
Follow this link for more details.
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San Antonio Fire & Police Pension Fund (SAFPPF)
CBIZ Talent Solutions is proud to assist San Antonio Fire & Police Pension Fund (SAFPPF) in finding their next Chief Financial Officer (CFO). SAFPPF is a single employer defined benefit pension plan covering all firefighters and police officers employed full-time by the City of San Antonio and provides for service, disability, and death benefits for eligible members and their survivors.
The CFO reports to the Executive Director and is the Fund’s senior financial executive. As a strategic advisor to the CEO and a trusted resource to the Board, the CFO is responsible for the overall development, leadership, and maintenance of the Fund’s financial and accounting functions. The CFO ensures robust internal controls, accurate and timely financial and tax reporting, sound budgeting and forecasting, effective investment accounting and reconciliation, and strong collaboration across departments and with external partners (auditors, actuaries, custodial bank, investment advisors, and the City).
The CFO is responsible for providing clear, decision-useful financial information and analysis, leading the finance and accounting functions, processing accounts payable/receivable, managing the general ledger, financial reporting, compliance, and budget.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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San Bernardino County Employees’ Retirement Association (SBCERA)
Pension Administration System Assistant Manager
We're hiring a Pension Administration System Assistant Manager to join our Information Services Department! Are you process-driven, detail-oriented, and collaborative? Do you thrive in a mission-driven environment where adaptability and strong technical communication are key? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
It’s an exciting time to be part of our team. This position offers excellent compensation, outstanding benefits, and the chance to contribute to a high-performing investment program.
We will begin reviewing applications on April 2, 2026 at which time we will begin phone interviews on April 20, 2026 for those candidates most closely meeting the needs of SBCERA.
Salary: $113,588.80 - $168,667.20 Annually
Closing Date: Until filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
The Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) is hiring a new Records Manager. TMRS is a trusted partner to more than 940 cities across Texas, providing retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to over 270,000 public servants and their families. At TMRS, every role supports our mission: providing secure lifetime income to our members. Our work gives back to communities across Texas, and we take pride in doing it with integrity, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.
The Records Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading a comprehensive records management program and responsible for managing a team that ensures the proper creation, classification, maintenance, protection, retrieval, and disposition of organizational records across all physical and electronic formats.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Closing date: Until filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Announcements
San Antonio Fire & Police Pension Fund Appoints Gail Jensen as Executive Director
Jensen succeeds Warren Schott, who retires after 28 years of service
The San Antonio Fire & Police Pension Fund is pleased to announce that the Board of Trustees has appointed Gail A. Jensen as its next Executive Director.
Jensen steps into the role following the retirement of Warren J. Schott, who concludes 28 years of exceptional service to the Fund and its members. Under Schott’s leadership, the Fund grew from $1 billion in 2003 to $4.5 billion today — a testament to his steady hand for the fund’s disciplined governance, strong investment strategy, and commitment to San Antonio’s firefighters, police officers, retirees, and their families.
Jensen has been a trusted leader as SAFPPF’s general counsel for nearly a decade, bringing extensive experience in pension administration, governance, and member service.
“Gail has earned the trust of this Board, our members, and our staff,” said SAFPPF Board Chairman Shawn Griffin. “She is exceptionally well‑prepared to guide the Fund into its next chapter.”
Jensen shared her appreciation for the opportunity to serve:
“It is an honor to support the men and women who protect our city. Warren leaves behind a legacy of strength and stability, and I look forward to building on that foundation while continuing to modernize our operations and serve our members with excellence.”
Please join us in congratulating Gail on her new role and in thanking Warren for his decades of dedicated service.
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New Mexico State Investment Council Announces New Chief Investment Officer
Kristin Varela returns to New Mexico from Hawaiʻi to lead the state’s sovereign wealth fund.
The New Mexico State Investment Council (SIC) is proud to announce the appointment of its new Chief Investment Officer (CIO), Kristin Varela. Kristin is a seasoned leader and brings nearly two decades of experience in financial markets and public pension asset management.
As CIO, Kristin will oversee all aspects of the Council’s investment activities, from portfolio construction and risk management to performance measurement and compliance. She will collaborate closely with the Council’s executive team, staff, and external advisors to ensure that investment decisions are aligned with the organization’s core mission, values, and fiduciary responsibilities. Kristin will work to optimize returns, safeguard assets, and deliver sustained value to the people and communities of New Mexico.
"New Mexico shaped who I am, and I’m proud to return home and take on this role. I look forward engaging with policymakers, stakeholders, and community members to advance the Council’s strategic priorities and contribute to the prosperity and financial well-being of New Mexico," Chief Investment Officer Kristin Varela said.
“We are glad to welcome Kristin back to New Mexico. Our team is confident that this appointment will further strengthen the SIC’s ability to serve as a trusted steward of public resources and foster innovation in public sector investment management,” State Investment Officer Jon Clark said.
he SIC’s CIO search was led by Dr. Ashby Monk, Executive Director of the Stanford Research Initiative on Long-Term Investing, in partnership with Madison Gesser, Founder of Fram Partners, an executive search firm focused exclusively on institutional asset owners. Ashby and Madison conducted a comprehensive, global search process, evaluating hundreds of candidates from leading asset owners, including internationally recognized sovereign wealth funds, public pensions, endowments, foundations, and other institutional investors.
Kristin Varela previously served as Chief Investment Officer of the Employees’ Retirement System of the State of Hawaiʻi, where she led the investment program for the system’s approximately $26 billion pension portfolio. There, she worked closely with the organization's Board of Trustees on long term investment strategy, asset allocation, and risk oversight across public and private markets.
Before joining ERS, she spent eight years with the Public Employees’ Retirement Association of New Mexico, where she served in several progressive leadership roles, including Interim Chief Investment Officer. In that role she oversaw a $17 billion pension fund and an $850 million deferred compensation plan during a period of leadership transition, working closely with the Board and executive leadership to stabilize the investment program and strengthen governance and reporting practices.
Kristin is a multi-generational New Mexican with deep roots across the state. She comes from a family of ranchers, where hard work, stewardship of the land, and service to others were part of daily life. Kristin is a graduate of Pecos High School and earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from New Mexico Highlands University. She has been recognized within the institutional investment industry as a member of Markets Group’s Elite 100 Institutional Investors list in 2024 and 2026 and as a three-time finalist for Chief Investment Officer’s Industry Innovation Awards. Kristin is also among the youngest and one of the few Latina chief investment officers currently serving in the U.S. public pension system