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Technical Architect 3

Columbus, OH ยท Hybrid

$125K - $156K/yr

As a Technical Architect 3 at OPERS, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant contribution to our success. What you'll do:

Lead Data Engineer

Columbus, OH ยท Hybrid

$111K - $139K/yr

As a Lead Data Engineer at OPERS, you will play a pivotal role designing and building pathways to transport raw data to the data warehouse. You will also be instrumental in cleaning, structuring, and ...

AI Solutions Analyst

Columbus, OH ยท Hybrid

$89K - $111K/yr

In this role you will have a chance to directly influence and help shape OPERS' long-term AI strategy, standards, and responsible AI practices. Click here for job details What Y ou'll B ring * At ...

Knowledge of OSHA policies, lockout and tagout procedures preferred What OPERS offers * A collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere with team members who are very knowledgeable and want to see you ...

Lead - Financial Systems

Columbus, OH ยท Hybrid

$111K - $139K/yr

What OPERS offers * A collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere with team members who are very knowledgeable and want to see you succeed * A rewarding career with a stable organization * A ...

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The Pckers, Warmer Opers, Material Handlers play a vital role in ensuring efficient warehouse operations by handling packing, material management, and order fulfillment tasks. This position requires ...

The Contractor shall comply with OPERS contractual deliverable review and approval processes by working with OPERS Quality Assurance in utilizing the Quality Checkpoint process attached to this SOW ...

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The Experienced Pole/LTO/Squeeze Operator plays a critical role in managing and executing specialized operational tasks including pole operation, LTO handling, and squeeze maneuvers. This position ...

Park Police Officer

Sunbury, OH ยท On-site

$29 - $37.81/hr

OPERS Law Enforcement Retirement, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, preventative health program, paid vacation (determined by years in OPERS), personal time, sick leave, and 11 holidays.

EEA Strategy Director

Miami, FL ยท On-site

$174K - $197K/yr

Direct daily opers. of Oracle Cloud implement. projects in Supply Chain Mgmt. Est. priorities & develop standard business processes as well as set deadlines for project activities. Work as SME in ...

EEA Strategy Director

Miami, FL ยท On-site

$174K - $197K/yr

Direct daily opers. of Oracle Cloud implement. projects in Supply Chain Mgmt. Est priorities & develop standard business processes as well as set deadlines for project activities. Work as SME in ...

Automation Test Engineer

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$44.50 - $58.75/hr

The Engineer will assist in training other OPERS team members in Katalon script creation. * During the Software Testing Life Cycle, a sampling of the required deliverables to be completed/maintained ...

Park Police Officer

Sunbury, OH ยท On-site

$29 - $37.81/hr

OPERS Law Enforcement Retirement, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, preventative health program, paid vacation (determined by years in OPERS), personal time, sick leave, and 11 holidays.

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How much do opers jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for opers in the United States is $60,389.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working in an Operations Specialist role?

As an Operations Specialist, your daily responsibilities often include monitoring workflow efficiency, coordinating with different departments to meet deadlines, updating process documentation, and resolving operational issues as they arise. You may also generate reports, analyze performance metrics, and suggest process improvements to enhance productivity. Collaboration is frequent, as you'll work closely with colleagues from logistics, finance, customer service, and management. This dynamic environment makes strong communication and adaptability essential as daily tasks can change in response to shifting business needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Opers position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operations Specialist (commonly referred to as 'Opers'), you need strong analytical skills, a keen attention to detail, and relevant industry experience, usually supported by a degree in business, operations management, or a related field. Proficiency with operations management software, data analysis tools, and workflow automation systems is typically required. Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills further set top candidates apart. These capabilities are critical to ensuring efficient processes, minimizing errors, and supporting organizational goals.

What is an Opers job?

An Opers job typically refers to an operations role, which involves overseeing and managing daily business processes to ensure efficiency and productivity. Responsibilities may include coordinating workflows, optimizing procedures, and supporting various departments to meet organizational goals. Depending on the industry, Opers roles can range from logistics and supply chain management to IT and customer service operations. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask are often essential in this position.

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Infographic showing various Opers job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 44% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $60,389 per year, or $29 per hour.

Technical Architect 3

OPERS

Columbus, OH โ€ข Hybrid

$125K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 3 days ago


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Description

Technical Architect 3 โ€“ Downtown Columbus, Ohio (hybrid)

The Ohio Public Employees Retirement System is one of the top pension systems in the United States. We are passionate about creating technical solutions that solve complex problems and drive real-world impact. As a Technical Architect 3 at OPERS, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant contribution to our success.

What youโ€™ll do:

This role is responsible for defining the principles that guide technical architecture for OPERS IT systems and overseeing programs to ensure the proper architecture is implemented. The Technical Architect 3 position is responsible for translating complex products and project requirements into innovative technical solutions that can be implemented by the organization. If you are highly skilled, motivated and want a career where what you do every single day matters, apply today!

Clickย hereย for full job details!

What youโ€™ll bring:

  • A passion for delivering high quality work
  • A strong understanding ofย Automated Unit Testing, modern secured systems development and deployment architecture, REST APT Design & Development, and Relational databases
  • At least 8 years of overall IT experience
  • At least 6 years of experience in product architecture, object oriented, functional and reactive design or development.
  • Ability to conduct proof of concepts and provide thought leadership for new technology adoption.
  • Experience with Microsoft AI ecosystem including Copilot Studio, GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Foundry preferred
  • Experience with Kong API Gateway, Developer Portal and Insomnia for API design preferred
  • Experience with modern IAM solutions like Okta and Entra preferred

What we offer:

  • A rewarding career with a stable organization
  • A comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary range of $125,236.80 - $156,520.00, with room to grow!
  • Excellentย benefits and programsย designed to support your well-being
  • Professional growth through development opportunities and continuing education
  • Pension planย plus 457(b) retirement account with company match opportunity
  • Onsite fitness center, cafeteria, and free onsite, covered parking garage
  • Generous time off and sick leave policy as well as 12 paid holidays each year
  • OPERS provides a hybrid work environment that includes the ability to work remotely up to 3 days per weekย 
    • Must be able to live within commuting distance of Columbus, OH

Who we are

Since 1935, the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) has meant security and peace of mind to millions of Ohioโ€™s retired public workers and their families. OPERS provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefit programs for public employees throughout the state who are not covered by another state or local retirement system.

Our office is located in downtown Columbus, minutes from the historic German Village neighborhood and the bustling Short North District. Columbus is a city that never stops innovating, thriving, or shaping tomorrow and those attributes align perfectly with our core values. At OPERS, we never stop working for our members and investing in their futures.

As OPERS associates, we make a difference in our members' lives from the moment they join the Plan, throughout their careers and well into retirement. When you join the OPERS family, you become part of a dynamic, diverse community that shares a passion for serving others. And you'll become a member too - the work we do as OPERS associates directly impacts our own futures.

Build your career by joining the largest state pension fund in Ohio. Benefit from a competitive Total Rewards Package that includes access to financial and personal wellness tools and resources. Apply today to join our team!

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