Remote Retired Executive Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference? Would you like to be part of a culture that promotes learning and collaboration while helping employees with what they need to succeed and thrive? If so, Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) is looking for talented people who will help us achieve our goal of honoring the contributions and sacrifices of Arizona's public safety employees by providing outstanding service to those who protect and govern our state. At PSPRS we understand that it begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you. Join our diverse and inclusive team where you'll feel valued and inspired to contribute your unique skills and experience.
The mission of Public Safety Personnel Retirement System is to deliver unparalleled service in providing retirement benefits to Arizona's community of police officers, firefighters, corrections officers, judicial and elected officials. PSPRS serves approximately 60,000 active and retired public employees. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits to those eager to serve our membership and mission. Interested applicants can visit www.psprs.com to learn more about our agency.
JOB SUMMARY:

***Please note that this position will work in a hybrid environment.***

The Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Executive Consultant. The Senior Executive Consultant, working closely with the other Senior Executive Consultant, is responsible for providing expertise on PSPRS financial processes and has responsibility for leading large complex financial projects that may involve interacting directly with PSPRS employers. Additionally, this position acts as a technical expert and advisor, both internally and externally, in areas such as actuarial valuations, debt financing, and section 115 trusts and routinely represents the agency in meetings with stakeholders providing guidance and direction on issues related to pension liabilities and funding.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Represents PSPRS in interacting with employers and stakeholders.
• Provides expertise on financial matters including section 115 trusts and city/county debt financing.
• Works closely with the Administrator, Deputy Administrator, CFO, and outside actuaries on pension funding issues.
• Conducts analysis of complex programs, procedures, systems, and practices for the purpose of improving the effectiveness and efficiency of administrative and financial operations.
• Makes recommendations for improvements and takes a leading role in implementation.
• Contributes to and completes reconciliations of complex financial data and summarize data for completion of financial statements, including work papers and research to be used in the completion of the CAFR.
• Works with PSPRS leadership on program and policy issues providing support to strategic projects and initiatives which includes gathering data and making recommendations.
  

Knowledge of:

• Governmental debt financing instruments, issuance, and accounting processes.
• State laws, rules, and regulations.
• Principles of state and local government management.
• Actuarial principles.
• PSPRS pension system and associated plans.

Skill in:

• Advanced interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with customers, internal employees, managers, and external stakeholders.
• Leadership and consensus building.
• Project Management. Strong project management skills.
• Presenting to elected officials, boards, councils and large groups.

Ability to:

• Analyze complex systems and make appropriate recommendations.
• Present to PSPRS employers and other stakeholders on financial and pension issues.
  

• Degree from an accredited college or university in finance, actuarial science, or related field.
• Preference for individuals with a CPA, CGFM, or other related professional certifications.
• The ideal candidate would have senior experience in finance, accounting, and government management along with an understanding of pension concepts and management.
  

• Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation to include credit and criminal history.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

At PSPRS, we promote the importance of work/life balance by offering workplace flexibility, a learning environment and a team-oriented culture. Among the many benefits of a career with PSPRS, are 10 paid holidays per year, accrual of sick and annual leave, affordable medical benefits, participation in the Arizona State Retirement Plan (after 6 months of employment), optional participation in a 457 deferred compensation program, and employer matching on employee deferrals in the 457 plan (limited to a matching of 6% of salary on a per pay period basis).

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note that enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Andrew Goodwin at agoodwin@psprs.com or 602-296-3738 for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.