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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 membership@ncpers.org for consideration.
Public Pension Industry Job Listings
American Samoa Government Employees' Retirement Fund
Executive Director
The American Samoa Government Employees' Retirement Fund (ASGERF or the “fund”) is searching for their next Executive Director. The Fund is a cost-sharing multiple-employer defined benefit pension plan. The Fund is financed by employee contributions, contributions from the employers and earnings from investments. As of September 30, 2023, the fund held assets of approximately $172.7 million.
The Executive Director (ED) will report to the Board of Trustees. The ED is responsible for the administration and management of ASGERF including coordinating daily operations, managing (hiring, terminating, supervising) all other ASGERF staff and managing relationships with various investment managers and other external service providers. The ED leads a staff of 12 and oversees an operating budget of approximately $2 million.
Click here to learn more.
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CalPERS
Division Chief of the Member Account Management Division
The Member Account Management Division (MAMD) administers the Service Credit Purchase & Elections (SCPE) Program. Services include assisting with requests and elections for purchasing service credit, providing refunds of member contributions, and conducting in-depth research and analysis of member accounts to address potential service credit accrual discrepancies. The division also provides a wide range of administrative support to six divisions in the Customer Services & Support (CSS) Branch. In this capacity, the Branch Administrative Services Section (BASS) coordinates human resources support for approximately 900 team members, oversight of the $121 million branch budget, and data collecting and reporting of CalPERS CSS Customer Service metrics.
Under the administrative direction of the Deputy Executive Officer (DEO), Customer Services and Support (CSS), the Chief, Member Account Management Division (MAMD), has full responsibility for the administration of MAMD; serving members and employers of state, public agencies and school districts that comprise the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
This is an incentive-eligible position. The incumbent will be eligible for an annual incentive award of up to 15% of salary.
Final File Date: 9/18/24
Please follow the link for more details.
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Attorney IV
The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), in seeking an Attorney IV to perform complex legal professional work to support the Legal Office and drive our CalPERS mission.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Executive Director
The American Samoa Government Employees' Retirement Fund (ASGERF or the “fund”) is searching for their next Executive Director. The Fund is a cost-sharing multiple-employer defined benefit pension plan. The Fund is financed by employee contributions, contributions from the employers and earnings from investments. As of September 30, 2023, the fund held assets of approximately $172.7 million.
The Executive Director (ED) will report to the Board of Trustees. The ED is responsible for the administration and management of ASGERF including coordinating daily operations, managing (hiring, terminating, supervising) all other ASGERF staff and managing relationships with various investment managers and other external service providers. The ED leads a staff of 12 and oversees an operating budget of approximately $2 million.
Click here to learn more.
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CalPERS
Division Chief of the Member Account Management Division
CalPERS, a $486B company, is seeking a talented, energetic leader to become the Division Chief of the Member Account Management Division. This is an incentive-eligible position. The incumbent will be eligible for an annual incentive award of up to 15% of salary.
The Member Account Management Division (MAMD) administers the Service Credit Purchase & Elections (SCPE) Program. Services include assisting with requests and elections for purchasing service credit, providing refunds of member contributions, and conducting in-depth research and analysis of member accounts to address potential service credit accrual discrepancies. The division also provides a wide range of administrative support to six divisions in the Customer Services & Support (CSS) Branch. In this capacity, the Branch Administrative Services Section (BASS) coordinates human resources support for approximately 900 team members, oversight of the $121 million branch budget, and data collecting and reporting of CalPERS CSS Customer Service metrics.
Under the administrative direction of the Deputy Executive Officer (DEO), Customer Services and Support (CSS), the Chief, Member Account Management Division (MAMD), has full responsibility for the administration of MAMD; serving members and employers of state, public agencies and school districts that comprise the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
This is an incentive-eligible position. The incumbent will be eligible for an annual incentive award of up to 15% of salary.
Final File Date: 9/18/24
Please follow the link for more details.
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Attorney IV
The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), in seeking an Attorney IV to perform complex legal professional work to support the Legal Office and drive our CalPERS mission.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Advising management and staff in the negotiation of investment-related contracts and complex and sensitive legal issues pertaining to requests for proposals.
- Working with/on CalPERS investment programs, including global equity, private equity, real assets, global fixed income, opportunistic strategies, securities litigation, compliance, and ethics-related matters.
- Working closely with investment staff and outside counsel in the negotiation of investment transactions; advising system staff on legal issues relating to transactions.
- Coordinating and monitoring outside counsel's work and budgets regarding investment operations.
- Coordinating and conducting periodic competitive solicitations of outside counsel for engagement on investment matters, including preparation of solicitation documents, review of responses, and conducting interviews.
This position is eligible for hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.
Monthly Salary: $11,644 - $15,627
Final Filing Date: 9/6/2024 (In person interviews are anticipated to be held between September 23-27, 2024.)
Click here for more details and how to apply.
Monthly Salary: $11,644 - $15,627
Final Filing Date: 9/6/2024 (In person interviews are anticipated to be held between September 23-27, 2024.)
Click here for more details and how to apply.
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Investment Manager-Real Assets
The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), in seeking an Investment Manager-Real Assets. CalPERS is headquartered in Sacramento, CA and is the nation's largest defined benefit public pension fund with a total fiduciary net position in the Public Employees' Retirement Fund (PERF) of $503.59 billion as of July 2, 2024. CalPERS provides retirement benefit services to nearly 2.2 million members and health benefit services to over 1.5 million covered lives for state, school, and public employers.
The Investment Manager (IM) will assist in the management of the CalPERS RA portfolio in implementing RA's Strategic Plan. The RA unit is responsible for the management of CalPERS assets in various investment sectors including real estate, infrastructure, and forestland. The strategic objective of RA is to provide a stable long horizon income return, diversification to equity risk, and a partial inflation hedge. The IM works under the direction of the RA Investment Director (ID). The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and underwriting new investment opportunities, managing assigned portfolios, and ensuring appropriate processes, controls, systems, and risk management are in place within their area of responsibility to enable investment performance and assure control of operations.
Click here to learn more about Responsibilities, Qualifications and Benefits.
To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.
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CalSTRS
Annual Salary Range: $126,432 to $178,548
Legal and Ethics Accountability Attorney
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Financial Accountant I
The CalSTRS Accounting Division seeks a motivated individual to work as a Financial Accountant I in the Contributions Unit, part of the Operational Accounting Division.
Under the general supervision of the Contributions Manager, the Financial Accountant I (Supervisor) manages the increasingly complex operational controls and collection processes on contributions for CalSTRS that impact pension and investment accounting activities and decisions. The Supervisor assists the Contributions manager and Assistant Director of Receivables, Billings and Contributions with complex accounting activities, internal control analyses and contributions reconciliation that have substantial impacts to the organization.
Monthly Salary: $7,310.00 - $9,080.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 9/15/2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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The CalSTRS Service Retirement Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as a Pension Program Manager I on the Projects & Innovation Team.
Service Retirement is the largest benefit program within CalSTRS and is responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of benefits to retired California educators. The Projects & Innovation Team is responsible for the most complex cross-functional Service Retirement assignments for the support of the new pension system and related processes and procedures. The team independently organizes, plans and conducts the most complicated analyses regarding system ability to adopt program, legislative, and regulatory changes and systems development and deployment throughout CalSTRS.
CalSTRS offers a hybrid approach including in-office and remote work solutions with staff working on-site at our Headquarters in West Sacramento 2 days per week.
Monthly Salary: $7006-$8710
Final Filing Date: 9/17/2024
Click here to learn more and apply.
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Pension Benefit Administrator
Under administrative direction, the Pension Benefit Administrator is responsible for the supervision and management of the Pension Board Office, which includes calculating pension benefits for City employees requesting retirement, payment of pension benefits to retirees, and researching and compiling information for Pension Board action.
Yearly Salary: The salary starts at $52,800.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Fort Worth Employees' Retirement Fund
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The $2.9 billion Fort Worth Employees' Retirement Fund is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to plan, manage and direct all financial and accounting activities. The CFO establishes compliant and efficient processes to ensure timely and accurate accounting practices and internal controls; provides professional assistance and guidance in developing fiscal policies; directs and coordinates systems development; directs and coordinates the preparation of financial statements, accounting, tax and other financial reports, including the ACFR; facilitates annual financial statement audits; reviews investment manager and custodial reports; monitors cash position, asset allocation and departmental expenditures; is responsible for accounts payable, staff payroll, tax compliance, and GASB and GAAP compliance; develops long-term strategic planning to meet strategic objectives; and serves as a member of the Fund's senior management team.
The CFO also manages the Fund's external (IT) providers and the Fund's property manager to ensure that the facilities are well-maintained, leased and operational. This is a supervisory position.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work per week.
Annual Salary: $162,610 – $231,051
Application Deadline: 9/30/2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Employees' Retirement System for the State of Hawaii
Deputy Executive Director
The Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaii is seeking to hire a Deputy Executive Director who will serve as a full partner with the Executive Director; assists in formulating, planning, developing, evaluating and implementing the goals, objectives, programs, policies and procedures of the ERS; coordinates and directs program planning, budgeting, reporting and other management functions; and serves as acting Executive Director in the absence of the Executive Director.
Recruitment Number: 24-0130
Monthly Salary: $9,726 to $15,565
Click here to learn more and apply.
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Hawaii Retirement Savings Program
Retirement Savings Executive Director
The Hawaii Retirement Savings Program is searching for a Retirement Savings Executive Director. The primary purpose of this position is to provide executive leadership and technical guidance and assistance to the Hawaii Retirement Savings Program within the approved budget and in a manner consistent with the Hawaii Retirement Savings law.
Major duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:
A. Administrative Activities and Division Support
Investment Manager-Real Assets
The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), in seeking an Investment Manager-Real Assets. CalPERS is headquartered in Sacramento, CA and is the nation's largest defined benefit public pension fund with a total fiduciary net position in the Public Employees' Retirement Fund (PERF) of $503.59 billion as of July 2, 2024. CalPERS provides retirement benefit services to nearly 2.2 million members and health benefit services to over 1.5 million covered lives for state, school, and public employers.
The Investment Manager (IM) will assist in the management of the CalPERS RA portfolio in implementing RA's Strategic Plan. The RA unit is responsible for the management of CalPERS assets in various investment sectors including real estate, infrastructure, and forestland. The strategic objective of RA is to provide a stable long horizon income return, diversification to equity risk, and a partial inflation hedge. The IM works under the direction of the RA Investment Director (ID). The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and underwriting new investment opportunities, managing assigned portfolios, and ensuring appropriate processes, controls, systems, and risk management are in place within their area of responsibility to enable investment performance and assure control of operations.
Click here to learn more about Responsibilities, Qualifications and Benefits.
To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.
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CalSTRS
Accountant Trainee
This position is being re-advertised. Those who have previously applied are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
The CalSTRS Accounting Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as an Accountant Trainee (AT) on the Pension Accounts Payable Team.
Under the close supervision of the Accounting Administrator II, the AT is responsible for entry-level daily operations for the Pension Accounts Payable unit including: reviewing returned paper warrants and rejected Electronic Fund Transfers (EFT) payments, collecting lost warrant affidavits, submitting stop payment and/or re-issue requests and monitoring warrant status with State Controller's Office (SCO). Acts as the primary liaison between CalSTRS, SCO and the EFT contract bank. Monitors the Pension Accounts Payable email box and responds to inquiries regarding member payments from Customer Services, Ombudsman's office, and Benefits & Services. Assists in processing member payments and preparing and submitting claim schedules to the SCO.
Monthly Salary: $4,313.00 - $5,296.00
This is a full-time, hybrid position in Yolo County.
Filing Date: 9/29/2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Attorney III
The CalSTRS Office of the General Counsel is seeking a motivated individual to work as an Attorney III in the Litigation Services Unit. Under the direction of the Teachers' Retirement Board and the administrative direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Office of the General Counsel provides advice on legal issues as they affect the overall programs and policies of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), manages CalSTRS legal program, and represents the System in litigation, appeals, and other legal matters.
The CalSTRS Office of the General Counsel is seeking a motivated individual to work as an Attorney III in the Litigation Services Unit. Under the direction of the Teachers' Retirement Board and the administrative direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Office of the General Counsel provides advice on legal issues as they affect the overall programs and policies of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), manages CalSTRS legal program, and represents the System in litigation, appeals, and other legal matters.
Annual Salary Range: $126,432 to $178,548
Final filing date: 09/23/2024
Follow this link for more details and to apply.
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Legal and Ethics Accountability Attorney
CalSTRS is recruiting for a new Attorney position. Under the direction of the Teachers' Retirement Board and the administrative direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Office of the General Counsel provides advice on legal issues as they affect the overall programs and policies of the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), manages CalSTRS legal program, and represents the System in litigation, appeals, and other legal matters.
Annual Salary Range: $92,844 to $140,112
Final filing date: 09/16/2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
Annual Salary Range: $92,844 to $140,112
Final filing date: 09/16/2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Financial Accountant I
The CalSTRS Accounting Division seeks a motivated individual to work as a Financial Accountant I in the Contributions Unit, part of the Operational Accounting Division.
Under the general supervision of the Contributions Manager, the Financial Accountant I (Supervisor) manages the increasingly complex operational controls and collection processes on contributions for CalSTRS that impact pension and investment accounting activities and decisions. The Supervisor assists the Contributions manager and Assistant Director of Receivables, Billings and Contributions with complex accounting activities, internal control analyses and contributions reconciliation that have substantial impacts to the organization.
Monthly Salary: $7,310.00 - $9,080.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 9/15/2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Financial Accountant II
The CalSTRS Financial Services Branch is seeking a motivated individual to work as a Financial Accountant II on the Enterprise Risk Management & Quality Assurance Team.
The Financial Services Branch provides financial and business process planning; financial, cost and operational accounting; and budget, performance and operational financial results reporting. The Enterprise Risk Management & Quality Assurance team coordinates enterprise risk management activities; testing of branch policies, procedures and other internal controls. Under the general supervision of the ERM Risk Manager, the Financial Accountant II (FA II) performs technical and professional accounting and analytical activities related to the continuous development and maintenance of the ERM framework.
Monthly Salary: $8,406.00 - $10,445.00
Final Filing Date: September 17, 2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Pension Program Manager I The CalSTRS Financial Services Branch is seeking a motivated individual to work as a Financial Accountant II on the Enterprise Risk Management & Quality Assurance Team.
The Financial Services Branch provides financial and business process planning; financial, cost and operational accounting; and budget, performance and operational financial results reporting. The Enterprise Risk Management & Quality Assurance team coordinates enterprise risk management activities; testing of branch policies, procedures and other internal controls. Under the general supervision of the ERM Risk Manager, the Financial Accountant II (FA II) performs technical and professional accounting and analytical activities related to the continuous development and maintenance of the ERM framework.
Monthly Salary: $8,406.00 - $10,445.00
Final Filing Date: September 17, 2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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The CalSTRS Service Retirement Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as a Pension Program Manager I on the Projects & Innovation Team.
Service Retirement is the largest benefit program within CalSTRS and is responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of benefits to retired California educators. The Projects & Innovation Team is responsible for the most complex cross-functional Service Retirement assignments for the support of the new pension system and related processes and procedures. The team independently organizes, plans and conducts the most complicated analyses regarding system ability to adopt program, legislative, and regulatory changes and systems development and deployment throughout CalSTRS.
CalSTRS offers a hybrid approach including in-office and remote work solutions with staff working on-site at our Headquarters in West Sacramento 2 days per week.
Monthly Salary: $7006-$8710
Final Filing Date: 9/17/2024
Click here to learn more and apply.
City of Grand Rapids General Retirement System and Police & Fire Retirement System
Executive Director
Salary range $110,908- $145,796
City of Knoxville Pension SystemThe Boards of Trustees of the City of Grand Rapids General Retirement System and the City of Grand Rapids Police & Fire Retirement System are seeking qualified candidates to interview for the position of Executive Director, due to the current Executive Director's upcoming retirement. This position requires responsible administrative and professional leadership and work input in directing the activities of the Grand Rapids General Retirement System and the Grand Rapids Police & Fire Retirement System.
The General Retirement System is closed to new members. It consists of 270 active members, 1213 retirees, and 92 vested deferred, and is 76.2% funded as of June 20, 2023. The Police & Fire Retirement System is open to new members. It consists of 457 active members, 777 retirees, 12 vested deferred, and is 75.4% funded as of December 31, 2023.
Salary range $110,908- $145,796
Candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to jobs@gmensions.org by 5:00 p.m. on 9/25/2024
Additional information about the retirement systems can be found at https://grpensions.org.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Additional information about the retirement systems can be found at https://grpensions.org.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Pension Benefit Administrator
Under administrative direction, the Pension Benefit Administrator is responsible for the supervision and management of the Pension Board Office, which includes calculating pension benefits for City employees requesting retirement, payment of pension benefits to retirees, and researching and compiling information for Pension Board action.
Yearly Salary: The salary starts at $52,800.
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Fort Worth Employees' Retirement Fund
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The $2.9 billion Fort Worth Employees' Retirement Fund is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to plan, manage and direct all financial and accounting activities. The CFO establishes compliant and efficient processes to ensure timely and accurate accounting practices and internal controls; provides professional assistance and guidance in developing fiscal policies; directs and coordinates systems development; directs and coordinates the preparation of financial statements, accounting, tax and other financial reports, including the ACFR; facilitates annual financial statement audits; reviews investment manager and custodial reports; monitors cash position, asset allocation and departmental expenditures; is responsible for accounts payable, staff payroll, tax compliance, and GASB and GAAP compliance; develops long-term strategic planning to meet strategic objectives; and serves as a member of the Fund's senior management team.
The CFO also manages the Fund's external (IT) providers and the Fund's property manager to ensure that the facilities are well-maintained, leased and operational. This is a supervisory position.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work per week.
Annual Salary: $162,610 – $231,051
Application Deadline: 9/30/2024
Follow this link for more details and how to apply.
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Employees' Retirement System for the State of Hawaii
Deputy Executive Director
The Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaii is seeking to hire a Deputy Executive Director who will serve as a full partner with the Executive Director; assists in formulating, planning, developing, evaluating and implementing the goals, objectives, programs, policies and procedures of the ERS; coordinates and directs program planning, budgeting, reporting and other management functions; and serves as acting Executive Director in the absence of the Executive Director.
Recruitment Number: 24-0130
Monthly Salary: $9,726 to $15,565
Click here to learn more and apply.
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Hawaii Retirement Savings Program
Retirement Savings Executive Director
The Hawaii Retirement Savings Program is searching for a Retirement Savings Executive Director. The primary purpose of this position is to provide executive leadership and technical guidance and assistance to the Hawaii Retirement Savings Program within the approved budget and in a manner consistent with the Hawaii Retirement Savings law.
Major duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:
A. Administrative Activities and Division Support
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Serves as the department's executive director and liaison to the Hawaii Retirement Savings Board and keeps the Director abreast of all activities related to the Hawaii Retirement Savings Program.
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Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates day-to-day operational activities of the program by providing general direction and guidance in handling issues.
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Provides leadership in planning, developing, and implementing both short-term and long-term goals through strategic planning, information sessions, and meetings.
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Develops and articulates a vision and mission and identifies strategic responses to the retirement savings program issues.
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Oversees the requests for proposals (RFP) process for vendor selection for the board by drafting, analyzing, and procuring contracts for program activities, such as the comprehensive actuarial study that will analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations on aspects of the program with the approval of the Director.
B. Supervisory Duties
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Supervise subordinates to accomplish established goals and objectives of their respective unit.
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Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of the staff.
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Discusses with staff potential impact on the operations of their work units in the implementation of new laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
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Makes the appropriate changes on work assignments and procedures to meet the new and changing requirements.
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Establishes job performance standards for positions under immediate supervision.
This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Director's Office. The position is located in Downtown, Oahu.
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Click here to learn more and apply.
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Illinois State Board of Investment (ISBI)
Assistant Investment Officer
The Illinois State Board of Investment (ISBI) seeks an Assistant Investment Officer to provide support to the Executive Director/Chief Investment Officer and investment staff with overseeing ISBI's investment portfolio. The Assistant Investment Officer helps monitor ISBI's portfolio, managers, and investment risk, provides support and analysis on a range of investment projects, maintains investment records and documents, and compiles data and materials to support Board meetings and fulfill various reporting requirements, among other duties. This is a generalist role within the investment team, with the opportunity to work on all aspects of running an investment portfolio for both a defined benefit and deferred compensation plan. A successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, self-motivation, strong written and verbal communication skills, an attention to detail, an ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects, and interest in investments.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably with courses in finance, economics or investments.
• Between 1-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Application deadline is Tuesday, September 3rd.
For a complete job description and to apply, please visit: https://www.isbinvestment.com/employment/
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Kansas City Public School Retirement System (KCPSRS)
Executive Director
The Kansas City Public School Retirement System (KCPSRS or the “System”) is searching for their next Executive Director. The System is a cost-sharing multiple-employer defined benefit pension plan which was established by the General Assembly of the State of Missouri. KCPSRS is designed for employees of the School District of Kansas City, Missouri, the Kansas City Public Library, charter schools within the boundaries of the Kansas City, Missouri School District, and KCPSRS itself. The System is financed by employee contributions, contributions from the employers (School District, Public Library, charter schools and KCPSRS) and earnings from investments. As of December 31, 2022, the System held assets of approximately $626.7 million.
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Click here to learn more and apply.
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Illinois State Board of Investment (ISBI)
Assistant Investment Officer
The Illinois State Board of Investment (ISBI) seeks an Assistant Investment Officer to provide support to the Executive Director/Chief Investment Officer and investment staff with overseeing ISBI's investment portfolio. The Assistant Investment Officer helps monitor ISBI's portfolio, managers, and investment risk, provides support and analysis on a range of investment projects, maintains investment records and documents, and compiles data and materials to support Board meetings and fulfill various reporting requirements, among other duties. This is a generalist role within the investment team, with the opportunity to work on all aspects of running an investment portfolio for both a defined benefit and deferred compensation plan. A successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, self-motivation, strong written and verbal communication skills, an attention to detail, an ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects, and interest in investments.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably with courses in finance, economics or investments.
• Between 1-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Application deadline is Tuesday, September 3rd.
For a complete job description and to apply, please visit: https://www.isbinvestment.com/employment/
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Kansas City Public School Retirement System (KCPSRS)
Executive Director
The Kansas City Public School Retirement System (KCPSRS or the “System”) is searching for their next Executive Director. The System is a cost-sharing multiple-employer defined benefit pension plan which was established by the General Assembly of the State of Missouri. KCPSRS is designed for employees of the School District of Kansas City, Missouri, the Kansas City Public Library, charter schools within the boundaries of the Kansas City, Missouri School District, and KCPSRS itself. The System is financed by employee contributions, contributions from the employers (School District, Public Library, charter schools and KCPSRS) and earnings from investments. As of December 31, 2022, the System held assets of approximately $626.7 million.
The Executive Director (ED) will report to the Board of Trustees. The ED is responsible for the administration and management of KCPSRS including coordinating daily operations, managing (hiring, terminating, supervising) all other KCPSRS staff and managing relationships with various investment managers and other external service providers. The ED leads a staff of 5 and oversees a $2.2M operating budget.
Click here to learn more.
To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.
Kansas Public Employees Retirement System
Chief Benefits Officer
The Kansas Public Employees Retirement System is looking to hire a Chief Benefits Officer. The Chief Benefits Officer is responsible for the overall management of the Benefits and Member Services Division of the System to ensure that members receive accurate and timely benefit services and payments. The team accomplishments for Fiscal Year 2024, included:
• Distributing more than 1.4 million retirement benefit payments totaling $2 billion.
• Processing 5,100 new pension inceptions for new retirees.
• Coordinating distribution of almost $33.8 million in life insurance benefits.
• Processing nearly 10,800 payments to members withdrawing account balances with
total payments of about $65.4 million.
• Assisting employers with enrolling 23,400 new members, transferring about 8,900
members from one participating employer to another, and returning 5,800 members
to KPERS-covered employment.
Compensation will include a competitive base salary based on experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. The successful candidate will also participate in KPERS' excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance coverages; flexible spending account/health savings account; tuition assistance and professional development opportunities; and participation in KPERS' retirement plans.
Click here to learn more about this position. To apply, send your resume to Tamara Wesley at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.
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Investment Officer for Private Markets
The Kansas Public Employees Retirement System is looking for candidates with private markets experience to help build and manage a growing real assets portfolio. If you have private markets experience, apply for our Investment Officer for Private Markets role. You will work closely with the Deputy CIO for Private Markets, CIO, and external consultant to construct and oversee private real assets such as real estate, timber, and infrastructure.
To learn more about the Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications please click this link: Position Specifications
To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.
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New York City Employees Retirement System (NYCERS)
General Counsel.
The New York City Employees' Retirement System seeks a General Counsel. Under the direction of the Executive Director, with wide latitude to exercise independent judgment, the General Counsel will serve as the key advisor on legal, policy, operational and administrative issues impacting the System, formulating policy on many complex and sensitive legal issues and procedures. The General Counsel reviews proposed and enacted legislation, providing advice on the impact of legislation on the System and provides legislative updates to NYCERS Board of Trustees. They will also serve as a liaison to other Federal, State, and local government agencies, including the New York City Law Department, NYC Department of Investigation, Office of the Actuary and other pension system general counsels.
The successful candidate for this position will lead and oversee a dynamic team of nine attorneys and four support staff. Their direct responsibilities will be to independently and efficiently run the day-to-day operations of the Legal Division and set performance goals, objectives, and priorities for Division staff. Other responsibilities of the position include researching and utilizing applicable laws including, but not limited to, New York City Administrative Code, New York State Retirement and Social Security Law, New York State Civil Service Law, New York State Open Meetings Law, and New York State General Municipal Law. The position will also be responsible for planning, directing and supervising disciplinary investigations utilizing agency standards of conduct, and other agency and city policies related to discipline. This position requires collaboration with NYCERS' business units to analyze questions and problem solve. The General Counsel must develop a sense for when issues are escalated to the Executive Director and when they can independently resolve them based on existing law, policies or procedures.
Minimum Qualification Requirements: Admission to the New York State Bar and four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work.
Note: New York City Residency is not required for this position
Annual Salary: $175,000-$235,000
This posting will remain open until filled.
Click here for more information.
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School Employees Retirement System of Ohio
Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
SERS, with approximately $18 billion in assets, located in Columbus, Ohio, is searching for a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to join this highly regarded public retirement system. Serving over 240,000 members and more than 1,000 employers, SERS is a statewide, cost sharing, multiemployer defined benefit retirement system for non-teaching persons. The position is open as a result of the CRO's retirement.
In early 2020, SERS started their Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Program. The program, built by adopting best practices from various frameworks, focuses on risks associated with information security, cyber risk, and insurance; vendor management; business continuity, disaster recovery and incident response; investment compliance; and artificial intelligence.
Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director, the CRO is responsible for overseeing and directing the ERM program. The CRO is a member of the senior leadership team and leads a team of three. The successful candidate will be a confident leader who possesses an ability to communicate effectively and establish collaborative working relationships with many people across the organization.
SERS seeks a strategic risk and/or audit executive with extensive experience in operational risk. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and at least seven years of relevant and transferable experience in enterprise risk management, auditing, strategic planning, business continuity, information security, or related fields.
Compensation includes a base salary, retirement benefits (24% contribution – 14% employer paid, and 10% employee paid, SERS does not participate in Social Security), and attractive benefits package, including reimbursement for education and professional training. SERS also provides relocation assistance.
For additional information or to apply, please contact Hudepohl & Associates, info@hudepohl.com or (614) 854-7300.
SERS, with approximately $18 billion in assets, located in Columbus, Ohio, is searching for a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to join this highly regarded public retirement system. Serving over 240,000 members and more than 1,000 employers, SERS is a statewide, cost sharing, multiemployer defined benefit retirement system for non-teaching persons. The position is open as a result of the CRO's retirement.
In early 2020, SERS started their Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Program. The program, built by adopting best practices from various frameworks, focuses on risks associated with information security, cyber risk, and insurance; vendor management; business continuity, disaster recovery and incident response; investment compliance; and artificial intelligence.
Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director, the CRO is responsible for overseeing and directing the ERM program. The CRO is a member of the senior leadership team and leads a team of three. The successful candidate will be a confident leader who possesses an ability to communicate effectively and establish collaborative working relationships with many people across the organization.
SERS seeks a strategic risk and/or audit executive with extensive experience in operational risk. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and at least seven years of relevant and transferable experience in enterprise risk management, auditing, strategic planning, business continuity, information security, or related fields.
Compensation includes a base salary, retirement benefits (24% contribution – 14% employer paid, and 10% employee paid, SERS does not participate in Social Security), and attractive benefits package, including reimbursement for education and professional training. SERS also provides relocation assistance.
For additional information or to apply, please contact Hudepohl & Associates, info@hudepohl.com or (614) 854-7300.
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