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)
Division Chief, Financial Planning, Policy & Budgeting Division
California Public Employees' Retirement System's (CalPERS) Financial Office (FINO), Financial Planning, Policy & Budgeting (FPPB) provides control and direction for financial planning, budgeting, policies, administrative, operational, and project support. The division coordinates the funding for the administration of all CalPERS' programs, and provides support for management systems to assist CalPERS in improving operational efficiency and effectiveness. The division is the primary point of contact with the California Department of Finance.
Under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Chief of Financial Planning, Policy & Budgeting Division (FPPB) manages all aspects of the division and has full responsibility for administering the CalPERS formal and informal budget processes, financial planning, and policy for the Financial Office. Manages and oversees the $3.45 billion budget for the Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF) and twelve affiliate funds.
Salary: $12,131 - $14,453 per Month
Closing date: June 7, 2026
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS)
Senior Investment Accounting Manager - Financial Accountant IV
The CalSTRS Financial Planning, Accounting & Reporting Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as a Financial Accountant IV in the Investment Accounting Unit.
Under the general direction of the Assistant Director, Financial Reporting & Investment Accounting (CEA B), the Financial Accountant IV (FA IV) plans, organizes and directs the work of technical and professional staff performing the most critically sensitive and complex financial and investment accounting activities. The FA IV oversees staff in the accounting and financial reporting of investment transactions and activities for CalSTRS’ highly complex and diversified multi-billiondollar investment portfolio (approximately $417.5 billion investment assets as of June 30, 2025), including complex research, internal control and compliance with accounting standards mandated by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and the Government Finance Officers' Association (GFOA).
Salary: $11,583 - $13,153 per month
Closing date: June 14, 2026
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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City of Alexandria, Virginia
The City of Alexandria’s Finance Department is looking for a personable, collaborative, detail-oriented Retirement Specialists to join our team. As a member of the Pension Administration Division, the Retirement Specialist performs professional and administrative work in assisting employees, their beneficiaries, and retirees with benefit information. The employee in this class counsels employees, researches information on service credit and other eligibility issues, including calculations of various retirement estimates, prepares documents for submission to the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) and the City’s retirement plans, and provides staff support to the various retirement boards. This work is performed under the general supervision of the Retirement Administrator.
Salary Range: $63,346.40 - $84,855.16
Closing Date: June 4, 2026
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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City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust (CEPERT)
CBIZ Talent Solutions is proud to assist the City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust (CEPERT) in finding their next Executive Director (ED). CEPERT is a single employer defined benefit pension plan managing ~$1 billion in assets for over 8,600 members.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director serves as the chief executive, Board Secretary, and senior fiduciary for administration of the Trust. The leader will ensure excellent benefit administration, strong governance and policy execution, and disciplined investment oversight. With direction from the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director leads a skilled team, cultivates an ethical, high-performance culture, and represents the Trust with credibility and transparency to members, the City, and the community.
Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Closing Date: Until Filled
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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Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
The Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) is seeking a new Executive Director. Reporting to the IMRF Board of Trustees, the Executive Director is the chief executive officer and lead fiduciary for all management and operations of the Fund. Through 9 direct reports overseeing a team of 257 highly dedicated team members, the Executive
Director will drive the Fund’s commitment to financial strength, operational excellence, exceptional customer service, strong internal controls, and Board, employee, and stakeholder engagement.
Salary Range: $300,000 - $400,000
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
Executive Director
Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) seeks an Executive Director to lead one of the nation’s most respected statewide public retirement systems. PERA administers retirement benefits for Minnesota’s local public employees. Reporting to an 11‑member Board of Trustees, the Executive Director is accountable for the strategic leadership, operational excellence, and fiduciary stewardship of PERA’s multi‑plan system. The role spans internal operations (benefit administration, modernization, risk and compliance) and external leadership (legislative engagement, stakeholder relations), with a focus on sustaining strong funding, service quality, and trust with members, employers, and policymakers.
Salary range: $164,555 - $234,691
Closing Date: Until filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Missouri State Employees' Retirement System (MOSERS)
Chief Communications Officer
The Missouri State Employees' Retirement System (MOSERS) is looking for a new Chief Communications Officer. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the desired individual for this position is highly responsible for overseeing a comprehensive communications and engagement strategy for MOSERS. This role is critical to maintaining public trust, supporting fiduciary responsibility, and ensuring clear, accurate and transparent communication with members, retirees, employers and the media. The individual in this position has administrative and supervisory responsibility for planning, directing, and evaluating the development and distribution of all aspects of MOSERS defined benefit communication and education programs.
Salary range: $130,824 - $189,695
Closing Date: June 15, 2026
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS)
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 - $137,069
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Investment Officer (Real Assets)
The Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) is now accepting on-line applications to fill the position of Investment Officer (Real Assets).
The Investment Officer (IO) is an investment professional responsible for supporting asset class strategy and execution through rigorous research, analysis, and portfolio monitoring. Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the Senior Investment Officer, the IO contributes to manager evaluation, due diligence, and portfolio analytics. This role is designed as a key development position, building the skills and experience required to progress to more senior investment responsibilities over time. The IO will also support the organization’s transition toward a data- and technology-enabled investment platform, utilizing analytical tools and systems to enhance investment processes and insights.
Salary Range: $145,890 - $226,129
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 - $168,667
Closing Date: Until filled
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Fund (ETF)
The Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) is seeking an experienced leader with at least 5 years of formal supervisory experience in a financial environment to serve as Administrator of the Division of Finance and ETF's Chief Trust Finance Officer. A current Certified Public Accountant license and ten or more years of experience in professional accounting, auditing, economics or financial analysis is preferred.
As the Chief Trust Finance Officer (CTFO), this position serves as the Administrator of the Division of Trust Finance (DTF) and is responsible for the planning and direction of financial activities related to public sector multi-employer benefit programs, policies, objectives, and initiatives including the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and other programs impacting over 700,000 individual members, and over 1,600 state and local units of government in Wisconsin.
Salary: $156,000
Closing date: June 17, 2026
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