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
Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS)
The Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System is seeking their next Administrator. PSPRS was established in 1968 and delivers unparalleled service in providing retirement benefits to Arizona's community of police officers, firefighters, corrections officers, judicial and elected officials. PSPRS serves approximately 60,000 active and retired public employees. PSPRS currently manages over $26 billion in assets and is nationally recognized for its administrative and pension management excellence.
The Administrator is appointed by the 9-member Board of Trustees and maintains a staff of 111 full-time employees, supplemented by contract professionals, including investment advisors, legislative consultants, and actuaries. The Administrator is charged with the oversight of administration and pension management operations to ensure, with the Board's direction, alignment with the mission and goals of PSPRS consistent with state statute. To meet this challenge, the Administrator manages a team of division leaders to prioritize initiatives and lead the forward progress of the organization to maintain a strong and stable pension fund.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
Position Open Until Filled.
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District of Columbia Retirement Board (DCRB)
Quality, Compliance & Project Analyst
The Quality, Compliance, & Projects Analyst performs duties that require competency and experience in the areas of risk management, business and operational processes, internal control design and implementation, internal/external auditing of both process and data, reporting, and regulatory compliance. This position is responsible for both creating an effective structure to monitor Benefits Department processes, as well as the tools used by the Quality, Compliance, & Projects Unit. In addition, this position will deliver training on business-process execution and will develop and monitor measurements for other units within the Benefits Department, while managing all projects that touch Benefits processes. This position is responsible for proposing and assisting in the creation and implementation of policies that comply with DC and Federal regulatory information.
DCRB is responsible for the investment of funds and administration of retirement benefits for approximately 15,000 retirees and 10,000 members of the District of Columbia Teachers' Retirement Plan and the District of Columbia Police Officers and Firefighters' Retirement Plan.
Salary Range: $81,941-- $130,852 (Grade 08)
Closing Date: Until Filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Controller
This District of Columbia Retirement Board is seeking a Controller to collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer in administering the financial affairs and accounting operations of DCRB. This position manages the day-to-day accounting operations, manages the activities of a small accounting staff, and reports directly to the CFO.
DCRB is responsible for the investment of funds and administration of retirement benefits for approximately 15,000 retirees and 10,000 members of the District of Columbia Teachers' Retirement Plan and the District of Columbia Police Officers and Firefighters' Retirement Plan.
The annualized full-time salary range for this position is $144,505 - $230,760 (DCRB Grade 11)
Posting will remain open until filled.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Houston Police Officers’ Pension System
Retirement Benefits Specialist
We are a small organization seeking a personable, detail-oriented individual to join our team in the downtown Houston area as a full-time Benefits Specialist. This position is responsible for the calculation, processing, and communication of retirement benefits for members of a governmental, defined benefit pension plan. Primary duties include assisting members with benefit-related questions, meeting one-on-one with retiring members, and processing benefit and disability payments. Additional duties include maintaining databases, creating/updating spreadsheets and documents, and assisting with special projects as needed. There are minimal remote-work opportunities with this position.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in retirement plan administration.
- Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team player.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and Word.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong ethics and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
If you are passionate about retirement plan administration and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to join our dynamic team. Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
We offer a competitive salary, paid vacation, sick leave, medical and dental insurance, 457 and SEP plans.
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to mailbox@hpops.org.
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State Universities Retirement System (SURS)
Manager of Disability & Survivor Benefits
SURS is hiring for a Manager of Disability & Survivor Benefits. If you’ve led or supported disability, medical, insurance, or workers’ compensation claims processing, this role lets you apply that expertise at a higher level—managing people, improving processes, and ensuring accurate, timely benefit payments that truly matter to members and their families. You’ll work in a mission-driven public organization with strong benefits, work-life balance, and long-term stability.
Annual Salary: $80,031 to $98,038
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
State Program Administrator Supervisor Senior - Document Management Services Supervisor
PERA is currently seeking a Document Management Services Supervisor in the Account Information Management division. This position exists to administer and coordinate daily operations of PERA’s document management and benefit application processing activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Plan, direct and supervise employees, program activities, projects, and business functions which review and maintain the data integrity and security of member, employer and agency records.
- Develop and implement strategic vision and action plans for data management and benefit application operations to ensure that division staff, members, and participating governmental entities comply with legal and administrative requirements.
- Coordinate continuity of operations for the team and serve as designated PERA liaison for the Retirement Services Building (RSB).
This position is not telework eligible and is expected to work full-time in PERA's St Paul office.
Closing Date: 02/04/2026
Follow this link and search for Job ID 91626 for more details and how to apply.
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Municipal Employees' Retirement Systems of Michigan (MERS)
Deputy General Counsel
MERS of Michigan is hiring a Deputy General Counsel. This position provides legal and policy advice to the Retirement Board and MERS staff. The Deputy General Counsel represents MERS in various legal matters and performs research and analysis required for the solution of complex legal issues that have significant ramifications for the operations and customers of MERS. The Deputy General Counsel works as part of a cohesive Legal Team under the direction and supervision of the General Counsel.
In this pivotal role, you’ll:
• Advise the Retirement Board and staff on complex legal and policy matters
• Ensure compliance with IRS, state, and federal regulations
• Lead litigation management, including supervising outside counsel
• Support all areas of MERS administration and our strategic plan
• Draft and present legal reports, memoranda and policies
• Draft and negotiate vendor and other contracts
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Montgomery County Employee Retirement Plans
Executive Director/Chief Investment Officer
Montgomery County Employee Retirement Plans (Retirement Plans), located in Rockville, MD, is searching for an experienced investment executive to lead the County's retirement investment programs with assets of nearly $10 billion. The Retirement Plans are offered to County employees, as well as participating agencies, and provide retirement, disability, and death benefits to eligible participants. The Retirement Plans include Employees' Retirement System, a defined benefit pension plan; Guaranteed Retirement Income Plan, a cash balance plan that is part of the ERS; Retirement Savings Plan, a defined contribution plan; Deferred Compensation Plan, a section 457 plan; and Deferred Retirement Options Plans.
The ED/CIO, leading a team of nine, is responsible and accountable for overseeing the above County's retirement investment programs as well as the Consolidated Retiree Health Benefits Trust (Health Benefits Trust) investment program.
Annual Salary: $200,000 to $223,880
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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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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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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Orange County Employee Retirement System (OCERS)
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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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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Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Investment Attorney-Private Markets
The Investment Attorney - Private Markets reports to the Chief Legal Officer and provides legal advice to TMRS staff. The attorney will represent TMRS on complex fund investments and bring significant transactional experience and negotiating skills. You will work with highly motivated, experienced legal and investment professionals.
Salary: $225,000 + based on experience
Closing Date: Open Until filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.