Pension Industry Careers: Job Listings, Hiring, and Retirement Announcements

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August 2023 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 company has news about its staff or is looking to hire, please send announcements to lizzy@ncpers.org for consideration. 

Public Pension Industry Job Listings

Baltimore City Fire and Police Employees' Retirement System

We are pleased to assist our client, the Baltimore City Fire and Police Employees' Retirement System (BCFPERS or the System) in finding their next Executive Director. BCFPERS is the administrator of a single employer defined benefit local government retirement plan. The System provides normal monthly retirement benefits as well as death and disability payments. BCFPERS is a component unit of the City of Baltimore. As of June 30, 2022, the System held assets under management of $2.96B.

The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer and reports directly to the Board. The Executive Director manages the day-to-day operations of the System, including administration of benefits. The role effectively manages all funds, makes sound investment decisions and collaborates with strategic partners, service providers, stakeholders. The Executive Director leads a current staff complement of 30, composed of 25 full-time employees and 5 contractors. 

Learn more about the responsibilities and preferred qualifications. To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.

CalPERS

CalPERS is currently seeking an Assistant Chief Counsel to perform professional legal work to support the Legal Office, Investments Advice Unit. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and reviews work of Attorneys and Senior Attorneys providing a broad range of legal services to the CalPERS Investment Office, and oversees investment-related litigation conducted by outside counsel in the areas of Private Equity, Real Estate, Fixed Income, and Global Public Equities.
• Independently provides expert advice and guidance to senior and executive management on the most complex and difficult investment-related matters specific to CalPERS.
• Advises executive management and senior staff in the drafting and negotiation of complex investment-related competitive solicitation documents, contractual agreements, and complex formal and/or informal investment-related legal opinions.
• Serves as a member of the Legal Office management team, correctly administering policies, and procedures established by CalHR, SPB, and CalPERS management.

Monthly Salary Range: $13,680-$16,003
Final Filing Date: 8/31/2023
Learn more and apply here. 

CalPERS seeks a Financial Accountant IV, Supervisor in the Financial Reporting and Accounting Services Division, Financial Reporting Unit.

Under the general direction of the Controller, the Financial Accountant (FA) IV Supervisor has management responsibility for highly specialized CalPERS professionals; plans, organizes the preparation of various monthly reports, quarterly full-accrual financial statements and the annual audited financial statements, State Controller Office GAAP and Legal Basis financial statements, and SCO Local Government Reporting System reports. Coordinates both mid-year and year-end audit activities for accounting with the external auditors; Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) compliant verification and examination services; and manages all accounting activities for public and private market investments. The incumbent will function as the principal advisor to the Controller in support of and administration of the division's operations and the establishment the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and other financial reports. Position also oversees the functional support team for the financial system. 

Monthly Salary Range: $10,600-$12,037
Final Filing Date: 9/02/2023
Learn more and apply here.

CalSTRS

The CalSTRS Financial Planning, Accounting & Reporting Division is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as an Accounting Analyst on the Budget Management Team. The Financial Planning, Accounting and Reporting Division is responsible for developing and maintaining the annual financial planning processes, preparing accounting records and managerial reports detailing cost and performance information, and coordinating and preparing the financial statements in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.   

The Budget Management Unit monitors the annual and continuous appropriations, and addresses organizational fiscal and budgetary issues. The team oversees the annual Budget Concept Request process, collaborates with the Budget Development and Reporting team on Budget Change Proposals, and works with other units within the Financial Services Branch to validate expenditures, transfer budget, and correct errors. Throughout the year requests from business areas for position and funding changes are reviewed and recommendations are routed to executive leadership. Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager I, within the Budget Management unit, the Accounting Analyst (AA) performs complex technical budgetary work, fiscal analyses, data analytics and research in support of the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) operating budget. The incumbent is responsible for analysis of expenditures, fiscal data research, and implementation of best practices for financial planning, budgetary reporting, and forecasting.

Monthly Salary Range: $3,895-$6,032
Final Filing Date: 8/31/2023
Learn more and apply here.

The CalSTRS Office of the General Counsel is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as an Attorney IV on the Office of Legal Ethics & Accountability Team. The Office of the General Counsel is comprised of multiple highly visible and complex business areas: Office of Legal Ethics & Accountability (OLEA), Enterprise Information Management & Legal Operations, Information Security Office, Legal Services, Investment Counsel, and Litigation Services.

The Office of Legal Ethics & Accountability (OLEA) monitors and maintains compliance functions at CalSTRS in accordance with applicable laws and policies. OLEA ensures organization compliance with the Political Reform Act of 1974 and other compliance requirements, including, but not limited to, Form 700, Form 600-H, Form 600-J and State-mandated Ethics Training. In addition, OLEA coordinates and responds to Public Records Act requests, Information Practices Act requests, Citizen Complaint Act requests and subpoenas with the assistance of associated business area(s). OLEA reviews, investigates, assists, and responds to Ethics Hotline reports and provides general guidance to the CalSTRS Board and staff members in an effort to avoid any actual, potential or perceived conflict of interest. Under general direction of the General Counsel, the Legal Ethics & Accountability Attorney is the subject-matter expert and has the autonomy to consult with and advise internal and external stakeholders and business partners with broad discretion concerning the more complex laws, regulations, standards, and guidelines associated with ethics and compliance.

Monthly Salary Range: $11,305-$14,518
Final Filing Date: 8/30/2023
Learn more and apply here.

The CalSTRS Receivables, Billings, Contributions & Reserves Division is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as a Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) on the Refunds Team. The Operational Accounting Division is comprised of three units: Billings and Collections, Disbursements and Taxes, and Contributions. These areas focus on accounting for CalSTRS “cash collection” cycle; “procure to pay” cycle, “disbursement” cycle (specifically timely distribution of retirement checks as well as issuing member refunds), as well as accounting for contribution activities. The Refunds Unit processes contribution and interest refund requests from members.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Receivable, Billings and Contributions, the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) will act as the Refunds manager and is responsible for managing the Refunds Unit functions. The incumbent serves as a liaison between the Refunds Unit and CalSTRS' leadership and members, beneficiaries, county/district personnel, other state agencies and the general public. The SSM I is responsible for directing, planning, organizing, and monitoring the work of professional staff of the unit. The incumbent must have a broad knowledge of departmental and accounting policies to manage unit processes and procedures, as well as knowledge of the Teachers' Retirement Laws (TRL) and regulations, State Law and Internal Revenue Code to respond to various types of questions for both internal and external entities and partners.  The incumbent will also manage all non-recurring project activities assigned to the business area and represent Accounting on other cross-functional projects.

Monthly Salary Range: $6,563-$8,153
Final Filing Date: 8/24/2023
Learn more and apply here.

The CalSTRS Accounting Division is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as an Administrative Accounts Payable Lead & Investment Liaison, (Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) on the Disbursements/Administration Accounts Payable Team. The Operational Accounting Division is comprised of three units: Billings and Collections, Disbursements and Taxes, and Contributions. These areas focus on accounting for CalSTRS “cash collection” cycle; “procure to pay” cycle, “disbursement” cycle (specifically timely distribution of retirement checks as well as issuing member refunds), as well as accounting for contribution activities. Administrative Accounts Payable Unit manages travel payments, vendor disbursements and employee advances. Also reconciles and posts inter-agencies charges.

Under the general direction of the Accounting Administrator I Supervisor, the Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) independently performs the more difficult accounting duties which require thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, understanding related laws, rules and regulations; governmental accounting, budgeting, principles of policy formulation, the uniform accounting system, and principles and/or business processes of business management within the Administrative Accounts Payable Unit (AAPU). The Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) must analyze complex general ledger payable accounts and expense accounts in the BusinessDirect (BD) (aka SAP) trial balances, as well as accounting/budgetary reports. In addition, the incumbent researches, recommends and implements appropriate accounting and business processes and treatments. Serves as the lead on payable operations and assist with training other, less seasoned accounting personnel. This position acts as the liaison for the Investments Branch to assure travel and disbursements are accurate and paid in a timely manner.

Monthly Salary Range: $5,518-$6,907
Final Filing Date: 9/11/2023
Learn more and apply here.

The CalSTRS Accounting Division is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as an Assistant Director of Disbursements, (Financial Accountant IV) on the Disbursements Team. The Operational Accounting Division is comprised of three units: Billings and Collections, Disbursements and Taxes, and Contributions. These areas focus on accounting for CalSTRS “cash collection” cycle; “procure to pay” cycle, “disbursement” cycle (specifically timely distribution of retirement checks as well as issuing member refunds), as well as accounting for contribution activities. The Disbursements Unit is responsible for pension benefits payroll and administrative expense disbursements and prepares tax reporting and remittances for beneficiaries and vendors.

Under the general direction of the Director of Accounting, the Assistant Director of Disbursements (ADOD) leads and manages three critical functions supporting the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) organization: 1) Administrative Accounts Payable, 2) Pension Accounts Payable, and 3) Tax Research and Reporting. The ADOD is fully responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring the work of approximately 15-21 employees, which includes 12-17 professional staff and 3-4 supervisors.

Monthly Salary Range: $10,600-$12,037
Final Filing Date: 9/13/2023
Learn more and apply here.

The CalSTRS Office of the General Counsel is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as a Legal Compliance Analyst, (Associate Governmental Program Analyst) on the Enterprise Information Management & Operations Team.

The Office of the General Counsel is comprised of multiple highly visible and complex business areas: Office of Legal Ethics & Accountability (OLEA), Enterprise Information Management & Legal Operations, Information Security Office, Legal Services, Investment Counsel, and Litigation Services. The Enterprise Information Management Unit is responsible for implementing an information governance framework enterprise wide.  Record retention management throughout its lifecycle, developing an information governance structure, including the creation of policies around information governance structure policy development supporting compliance programs and enforcing internal controls; enabling information access, and making it easier for members, stakeholders, and staff to receive the correct information in a timely manner.

Under direction of the Director of Enterprise Information Management & Legal Operations, and under the administrative direction from the Staff Services Manager I (Spec), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) performs the more responsible, varied, and complex technical analytical research to support the Office of Legal Ethics and Accountability.

Monthly Salary Range: $5,518-$6,907
Final Filing Date: 9/22/2023
Learn more and apply here.

City of San Diego

The Chief Investment Officer reports to the City Treasurer and is responsible for overseeing the Investments Division for the Department.  The Investments Division is responsible for the management of the City's pooled investment fund of approximately $2.8 billion in accordance with the City Treasurer's Investment Policy.  The investment portfolios are comprised of fixed-income investment vehicles and are managed to meet near-term cash flow needs; the Division also separately manages the investment of bond proceeds in accordance with the respective indenture agreements.

The annual salary range for this position is $173,176.00 annually. Learn more and apply here.

District of Columbia Retirement Board

The District of Columbia Retirement Board (“DCRB”) seeks to fill a Senior Counsel and Staff Attorney vacancy. We ask that interested applicants be members of the District of Columbia Bar. However, in the event an interested applicant is not a DC Bar member, the applicant must be sworn into the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of his/her initial appointment with the District of Columbia Retirement Board.

The Senior Counsel will provide legal support to all DCRB departments and staff, emphasizing support for DCRB's benefits administration function. This responsibility includes ensuring legal compliance with all governing authorities that impact agency operations, Board governance, benefits administration, and investment management. More details (including application instructions) can be found in the full position description. Learn more and apply here. 

The Staff Attorney will provide legal support to the DCRB benefits, contracts, human resources, and procurement, among other matters and other departments' needs, as requested by the General Counsel. This includes but is not limited to monitoring for and analyzing legal compliance with applicable Police Officers and Firefighters' and Teachers' Retirement Plan statutes, and applicable governing authorities. Learn more and apply here. 

Educational Employees' Supplementary Retirement System of Fairfax County

The Educational Employees' Supplementary Retirement System of Fairfax County (ERFC) is hiring for several positions:
Project Manager, Information Technology
Oversees and manages multiple technology projects impacting cross-organizational departments to ensure deliverables are coordinated to support successful implementations using multiple types of project management frameworks and methodologies (such as Agile, Scrum or Kanban); serves as the primary liaison between technology staff, product owners, and business sponsors to fully define the requirements and software specifications to ensure the desired outcome and value for all technology deliverables; collaborates with project teams and technical teams to support continued improvement and delivery through service and product lifecycles.

For additional information about qualifications and to apply, please click here.

Process Improvement Analyst
Performs the full range of professional duties required to support operational excellence with a high quality of client service for the assigned office or department, including the performance of complex and/or sensitive activities; documents and maintains workflow diagrams using Six Sigma methodology; analyzes process, policy, strategy, and systems to continually develop business performance and increase customer satisfaction; establishes key metrics for initiatives; provides qualitative and quantitative analytics on improvement results; collaborates to document cross-functional systems requirements and recommend new systems functionality; may manage a large-scale, long-term project.

For additional information about qualifications and to apply, please click here.

Senior Retirement Communications Specialist – One Year Only
Manages a team and program that provide a full range of marketing and communications services aimed at meeting ERFC goals and objectives; develops and delivers cross-channel communications content to provide outreach programs and inform; provides project management for ERFC communications.

For additional information about qualifications and to apply, please click here.

Illinois State Board of Investment

The Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of the Illinois State Board of Investment (“ISBI”) is conducting a search to hire its Executive Director & Chief Investment Officer (“CIO”). The Board is seeking an Executive Director/CIO with a unique blend of strategic leadership skills, investment expertise, and administrative acumen to lead ISBI. This individual will report directly to the Board and have general oversight of approximately 12 employees in Chicago, Illinois. Learn more about this role.

The position offers a competitive salary range depending on experience and qualifications. The position also includes a competitive benefits package. More information regarding ISBI can be viewed at www.isbinvestment.com.

Qualified candidates should submit resumes to rsalgado@bbp-chicago.com by 5.00 p.m. Central Standard Time on August 14, 2023.

Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA)

The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) is excited to share that we are recruiting for three (3) Division Manager positions! One in each of the following major functional areas: Administrative Services, Benefits, and Member Services.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for either administrative operations or the administration of retirement benefits, both of which have a direct and substantial impact on LACERA's ability to accomplish its Mission. If you have a background in public administration, benefits administration, or serving members, consider applying.
Annual Salary:  $135,700.68 - $205,394.04

For more information and to apply, please view the informational brochure, job bulletin, and/or visit LACERA's website at www.lacera.com, Careers then click “current job opportunities”. 

LACERA is pleased to announce the Resume Canvass for Staff Counsel Benefits as conducted by Major, Lindsey, & Africa. The Staff Counsel (Benefits) position reports to LACERA's Senior Staff Counsel for Benefits and Chief Counsel. The position will provide Staff, Management and the Board of Retirement and Investments advice concerning 1937 California Employees Retirement Law (CERL) and Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) benefit eligibility other than disability.

Annual Salary: $135,700.80 -$205,393.92

If you wish to be considered for the position, please submit your resume along with a letter of interest which details your experience to:
Merle Vaughn
Major, Lindsey & Africa
mvaughn@mlaglobal.com

LACERA is pleased to announce the Resume Canvass for Staff Counsel Investments as conducted by Major, Lindsey, & Africa. The Staff Counsel (Investments) position reports to LACERA's Senior Staff Counsel for Investments and Chief Counsel. The role of Staff Counsel includes: 

• Providing investment professionals with legal advice relating to investment transactions
• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating documentation for various investment transactions, including private equity, hedge funds, co-investment transactions, real estate, and public markets, Supervising outside counsel on investment transactions, Legal support on a wide range of transactional matters, Drafting memos, policies, and procedures to the Board of Investments 
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts relating to investments.

Annual Salary: $135,700.80 -$205,393.92

If you wish to be considered for the position, please submit your resume along with a letter of interest which details your experience to:

Merle Vaughn
Major, Lindsey & Africa
mvaughn@mlaglobal.com
 

LACERA is pleased to announce the Resume Canvass for Senior Benefits Staff Counsel as conducted by Major, Lindsey, & Africa. The Senior Benefits Staff Counsel position reports to LACERA's Chief Counsel and provides legal support to the Board of Retirement and Board of Investments, the Executive Office, the Member Operations Group, and other LACERA Divisions as needed on a wide range of benefits matters, including benefits eligibility (other than disability), the interpretation and application of the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 (CERL), the Public Employees' Pension Reform Law of 2013 (PEPRA), and other relevant state and federal laws. The incumbent works closely with Chief Counsel on complex and sensitive benefits, ethical and fiduciary matters and advises senior leadership on significant and challenging benefits legal issues. They will prepare memos and present to the Board of Retirement for action or counseling on benefits issues and topics in open and closed session.

Annual Salary: $181,224.00 - $274,297.20

If you wish to be considered for the position, please submit your resume along with a letter of interest which details your experience to:
Merle Vaughn
Major, Lindsey & Africa
mvaughn@mlaglobal.com

LACERA is pleased to announce the Resume Canvass for Senior Investments Staff Counsel as conducted by Major, Lindsey, & Africa. The Senior Investments Staff Counsel position reports to LACERA's Chief Counsel. The role of Senior Staff Counsel includes:

• Providing investment professionals with practical legal advice relating to investment transactions
• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating documentation for various investment transactions, including private equity, hedge funds, co-investment transactions, real estate, and public markets
• Hiring and supervising internal staff and outside counsel on investment transactions
• Legal support on a wide range of transactional matters
• Drafting memos, policies, and procedures to the Board of Investments
• Presenting to the Board of Investments
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts relating to investments.

Annual Salary: $181,224.00 - $274,297.20

If you wish to be considered for the position, please submit your resume along with a letter of interest which details your experience to:
Merle Vaughn
Major, Lindsey & Africa
mvaughn@mlaglobal.com

North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System (NDPERS)

At North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System (NDPERS), we are driven by our mission to administer an employee benefits program that is among the best available from public and private employers in the upper Midwest. We are only a handful of state agencies across the country that administers retirement plans (ten retirement plans) and insurance plans (health, life, dental, and more) for the benefit of state and political subdivision team members. As an agency, we serve over 60,000 members and 450 employers across the state of North Dakota.

We are seeking a Defined Contribution Retirement Programs Manager to join our high-performing and dedicated team. With the passage of HB 1040 during the 68th legislative assembly, NDPERS will be offering a 401(a) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan to new team members of the state of North Dakota and it's participating political subdivisions.

As the Defined Contribution Retirement Programs Manager, you will be responsible for the management and administration of the state of North Dakota's 401(a) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan and Section 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Plan.  In this role, you will ensure that strategic objectives and performance goals of the plans are met. This role reports to the Chief Benefits Officer. You will lead a high-performing, customer-centric Retirement Counselor and Education team and ensure best practices for plan governance, plan document oversight, and record keeping are met in accordance with various IRS and state regulations. You will oversee Defined Contribution and 457 Deferred Compensation plan vendors to ensure optimal performance. This includes effective collaboration with internal partners (e.g., Accounting, IT, etc.) to ensure accurate configuration and processing in the PERSlink system.

You will thrive in this position if you are passionate about making a positive impact on the financial wellbeing of members and beneficiaries of the North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System, are a strong communicator and able to clearly explain retirement plan concepts and practices, able to manage your time and priorities effectively, and have proven experience in leading a team. You will be skilled in working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.

Salary Range: $7,146 to $8,000 per month ($85,752 - $96,000/year) depending on experience. 
Closing Date: 9/10/2023
Learn more and apply here.

Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota

The Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota is seeking to hire its next Accounting Officer Principal. This position exists to assist in preparing, analyzing, and monitoring the financial status of the organization including maintaining the agency's general ledger records. In addition, this position provides PERA management with accurate and timely information, prepares the monthly financial statements, identifies and implements new accounting standards, coordinates the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and prepares GASB 68 reports for employers. 

As a principal accountant in a small team of accountants, this position does general accounting of the highest degree of complexity and importance for the Agency. This position requires effective verbal and written communications with PERA Staff and with personnel from other state agencies and local units of government.  

This position will primarily be telework with the occasional need to be on site and in office as scheduled. Office is located in St. Paul, MN.This posting closes on August 14, 2023.

How to Apply: For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers and search for Job ID 68099. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or e-mail careers@state.mn.us. Contact Robin Gilmer at robin.gilmer@mnpera.org or 651-201-2679 if you have questions about the position or how to apply.

The Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota is seeking to hire its next Retirement Services Supervisor. This position is responsible for the administration of benefits payments and specialty plans. The incumbent will supervise staff responsible for preparing retirement, disability, and survivor benefit payments. The incumbent will provide guidance and direction for staff responsible for payments-related functions.  Working closely with the PERA Training team, they will coordinate training and documentation necessary to ensure all payment-related tasks are correctly calculated in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. They will work closely with the Estimates Supervisor to monitor and direct workflow and make adjustments to staffing assignments as necessary to meet set priorities and goals. The supervisor will also be responsible for QA audits and writing and conducting the estimates team member performance reviews.

This supervisor is expected to maintain knowledge expertize for all PERA specialty plans, including but not limited to SVF, Relief Associations and MERF, in order to effectively coordinate and administer the plans. Through policy review and research, they will ensure that all policies and procedures are administered according to best practices and governing laws, statutes, rules and board policies. The incumbent must work collaboratively and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders to identify, suggest and implement legislative changes. This position also serves to provide innovative ideas and expert knowledge in the area of technology modernization and enhancement.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule which includes telework days and in office days at the PERA office building in St. Paul. This posting closes on August 25, 2023.

How to Apply: For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers and search for Job ID 68405. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or e-mail careers@state.mn.us. Contact Robin Gilmer at robin.gilmer@mnpera.org or 651-201-2679 if you have questions about the position or how to apply.

The Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota is seeking to hire its next PERA Division Manager, Pension Services Division Manager. This position is part of the PERA leadership team and participates in making recommendations and implementing strategic plan initiatives to further the mission and vision of the Association. This position is required to collaborate with the executive leadership team to bring forward “best practices” in benefit plan administration and service models, determining project selection and priorities and managing resources.

The incumbent in this position oversees the Pension Services division whose work consists of:

• The distribution of benefits, both as lump sums and periodic payments
• Maintenance of benefit recipients' payment records, including, but not limited to tax withholding and annual tax reporting
• Ongoing development and enhancements of the systems and software specifically designed for calculating all benefits paid by PERA's plans
• Member inquiries and information delivery through contact center and other service channels
• Directing the training and development of all personnel who are responsible for information delivery, calculations and claims administration of PERA's benefit plans

This position will primarily be telework with the need to be on site and in office as workload and initiatives dictate. Office is located in St. Paul, MN. This posting closes on August 28, 2023.

How to Apply - For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers  and search for Job ID 68358. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or e-mail careers@state.mn.us. Contact Robin Gilmer at robin.gilmer@mnpera.org or 651-201-2679 if you have questions about the position or how to apply.

San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust

The San Luis Obispo Pension Trust is seeking to hire its next Executive Director. The San Luis Obispo Pension Trust is an independent trust that administers a defined benefits pension plan for 6,900 members. It has $1.7 billion in assets and is 64% funded. The Executive Director is responsible for administering the retirement plan and the deferred compensation plan, managing day-to-day operations, funding, investments, debt issuance oversight, and other duties. 

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, fiscally responsible leader with excellent verbal and written communication skills; a hands-on problem solver with strong organizational, administrative, and analytical skills; a person who possesses in-depth knowledge of pension benefits administration, the disability claims process, and investing; one who builds positive relationships with their peers, stays abreast of emerging issues, and provides education and training to trustees, members, staff and other stakeholders. The best qualified candidate has prior experience leading a public, defined benefit pension system AND working with investment advisors, actuaries, auditors, and other professionals. Prior involvement developing budgets and preparing public financial statements/Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFRs) is an asset. 

Salary: $158,600 - $202,363 /year, DOQ + benefits. 

Learn more and apply online here by August 7, 2023. For questions and inquiries, contact Cindy Krebs or Sherrill Uyeda at (562) 901-0769.

State Universities Retirement System of Illinois – Champaign, Illinois
SURS' Chief Investment Officer (CIO) is an executive leadership position that reports directly to the Executive Director with a dotted line report to the SURS Board of Trustees. As the System's strategic investment leader, the CIO is responsible for directing the management of SURS' investment portfolio within the goals established by the board and will have the board organizational responsibilities that generally accompany the position of the senior investment leader. The CIO is responsible for the development of an innovative, long-range, and comprehensive investment vision and strategy. The CIO will primarily be held accountable for and measured by investment performance and generating returns in excess of appropriate benchmarks, while appropriately managing risks. The CIO should be a strong leader that exhibits the values of SURS such as being honest, ethical, trustworthy, collaborative, inclusive and professional. The position serves on the Executive Leadership Team and supervises the Deputy Chief Investment Officer.

Learn more and apply here. 

Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana
The Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL or the System) is searching for their next Investment Director of Public Markets. This role is based in Baton Rouge. TRSL is the largest public retirement system in the state serving an active and retired membership of over 180,000. The System is governed by a Board of Trustees whose primary responsibility is to manage and safeguard assets held in trust for the membership. As of June 30, 2022, the System's total assets under management were $24.5 billion.

The Investment Director of Public Markets reports to the Deputy Chief Investment Officer (DCIO) and has primary responsibility for developing and implementing a public markets investment program strategy within the goals established by the TRSL Investment Policy. This role will manage the activities of the external managers, including analysis and due diligence reviews, assisting in negotiating terms and conditions of agreements, furnishing appropriate reports on all investment activity, and attending meetings to present reports to the TRSL Board of Trustees Investment Committee. This role will also be responsible for providing expert consultation and advice to the Chief Investment Officer, Deputy Chief Investment Officer, Director, and Board Investment Committee.

To learn more about the Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications please click here.

To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.

Teamsters Local Union No. 731 Benefit Funds

Teamsters Local Union No. 731 Benefit Funds is searching for their next Fund Administrator. This role is based in the Chicago suburb of Burr Ridge and will oversee the administration of four distinct health/welfare and pension funds, plus a scholarship fund. The four Funds are comprised of: Non-Excavators Pension Fund, Non-Excavators Welfare Fund, Excavators Pension Fund and Excavators Welfare Fund. 

The Fund Administrator, under the general direction of the Boards of Trustees of the Funds, is responsible for overseeing all aspects related to the administration of the retirement, disability, and health/welfare benefits on behalf of the members. The Fund Administrator has primary responsibility for all fund operations, administration and compliance including developing and implementing the strategic business, financial and technology initiatives of the Funds. The Fund Administrator must effectively set goals for, direct and motivate the Funds staff, and interact collaboratively with the Boards of Trustees, Unions, Employers, professional advisors, and colleagues at all levels both inside and outside the organization. The Fund Administrator leads a staff of 18 through five direct reports: Comptroller, Office Manager, Special Projects Manager, Manager-Claims & Customer Service, and an Administrative Assistant/IT Manager. The total administrative budget oversight is in excess of $ 4.7 million. The staff is experienced and has significant tenure with the Funds.Learn more about the responsibilities and preferred qualifications.

To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.