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NYCERS Executive Director salary range $285,000 - $293,038The New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS) is seeking a transformational and visionary Executive Director to lead one of the largest public employee retirement systems in the United States, serving approximately 430,000 active and retired members. This is a critical executive role for a seasoned leader with deep expertise in pension fund administration, strategic operations, and high-impact public service delivery.The Executive Director serves in alignment with NYCERS' values of excellence, respect, integrity and collaboration as the chief executive officer of NYCERS, reporting directly to the Board of Trustees. This individual will provide enterprise-wide leadership across a workforce of more than 560 employees and will be responsible for the strategic direction, operational execution, and fiduciary stewardship of the agency.

• Provide strategic, operational, and fiduciary leadership of NYCERS in alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and best governance practices
• Direct all facets of agency operations, ensuring integrity, transparency, and optimal service delivery to members and stakeholders
• Lead the organization through an ambitious, multi-year technology modernization effort, with a focus on business process transformation, data integration, and service innovation
• Oversee the agency's financial management, including budget development, forecasting, and reporting to the Board and other stakeholders
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, data-informed decision making, and measurable performance outcomes
• Cultivate strong working relationships with City agencies, labor unions, and elected officials while advancing NYCERS' strategic goals
• Anticipate and mitigate operational and cybersecurity risks through proactive enterprise risk management strategies
• Advance equity, inclusion, and organizational excellence through principled leadership and an engaged, mission-driven workforce

Direct Reports IncludeDeputy Executive DirectorChief Information OfficerChief of Staff & Chief Compliance OfficerAgency General CounselDirector of Internal AuditChief EEO OfficerExecutive Support TeamChief Information Security OfficerIdeal Candidate Profile

• Visionary and results-oriented executive with a track record of leading complex organizations through change
• Decisive and transparent leader who fosters accountability and cultivates trust
• Emotionally intelligent, ethical, and grounded in public service values
• Strategic communicator, capable of engaging abroad and diverse range of stakeholders
• Proven ability to drive innovation while ensuring operational excellence

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (NYC EMPLOY - 10188Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in the administration of an employees' retirement system of which two (2) years must have been in a responsible managerial or executive capacity; or
• A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. However, all candidates must have high school graduation or evidence of having passed an examination for a high school equivalency diploma and must possess at least two (2) years of experience in a responsible managerial or executive capacity.

Preferred SkillsEssential Experience: - Minimum of 10 years in senior executive leadership roles within a public pension system or similarly complex organization - Demonstrated success in overseeing pension administration, budgetary planning, service delivery operations, and performance management - Proven leadership of large-scale systems transformation, particularly in technology and data modernization - Experience managing multi-site operations with a strong emphasis on business continuity and compliance - Expertise in government relations, stakeholder engagement, and navigating complex governance environments Preferred Skills and Experience - Familiarity with New York City's operational, legal, and regulatory landscape - Experience working directly with or under the oversight of a Board or public governing body.Public Service Loan ForgivenessAs a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at Residency RequirementNew York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.Additional InformationThe City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy., $283,814.00 – $283,814.00

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• Seniority levelExecutive

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• Employment typeFull-time

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• Job functionBusiness Development and Sales
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