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Assistant CEO,External Operations ANNUAL SALARY: $194,578–$301,594 ORANGE COUNTY EMPLOYEESRETIREMENT SYSTEM (OCERS) The first review of applications will take place onJune 17, 2024

About Orange CountyHeadquartered in Orange County, CA, OCERS benefits from theregion's desirable climate, marked by sunny weather and proximityto beautiful parks and beaches. The county's strategic locationprovides convenient access to cultural amenities, recreationalactivities, and a lively social scene, ensuring a fulfilling professionaland personal experience for employees.

MISSION: Provide secure retirement anddisability benefits with the higheststandards of excellence.VISION: Be a trusted partner providingpremier pension administration,distinguished by consistent, qualitymember experiences and prudentfinancial stewardship.Established in 1945, the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS)provides retirement, death, disability, and cost-of-living benefits to retirees ofthe County of Orange and certain County districts. Serving approximately 52,000members, OCERS is governed by a ten-member Board of Retirement that isresponsible for managing a $22 billion dollar fund. OCERS VALUESOpen and TransparentCommitment to Superior ServiceEngaged and Dedicated WorkforceReliable and AccurateSecure and Sustainable

Executive Direction: Guide the strategic direction of OCERS External Operations. Providestrategic, technical, and operational leadership to achieve the goals and objectives outlinedin OCERS Strategic Plan, with the support of executive staff and leadership.Team Supervision: Oversee the enterprise-wide framework for operational and customerservice performance at OCERS, ensuring accountability, improvement, and transparency.Establish best-in-class performance measures and assume responsibility for achievingresults.Goal Setting and Management: Oversee labor and employer relations and ensure all teammembers and employers can collaborate to best serve our members. Provide leadership andmentorship to managers, team members, and various stakeholders in the recruitment anddevelopment of a diverse, high-performing, customer service-oriented workforce.Stakeholder Communication: Ensure reporting and information flow to stakeholders meetstheir needs in order to better collaborate with OCERS.The PositionFor More Information:careers@ocers.orgwww.ocers.orgThe Assistant CEO of External Operations is an at-willexecutive leadership position reporting directly to the CEO.This role oversees OCERS External Operations, including theMember Services, Disability, and Communicationsdepartments. The primary responsibility of this position isto ensure the accurate collection and retention ofemployment data and related contributions from thirteenparticipating plan employers and the timely and accuratepayment of retirement and disability benefits to ourmembers.Duties and Responsibilities:

APPLY TODAY!careers@ocers.orgwww.ocers.orgBudget Management: Prepare comprehensive cost projections, summaries, reports, andrecommendations. Manage annual divisional budget and operate within established funding levels.Policy Revisions: Provide the CEO with policy analysis and recommendations on all aspects of OCERSoperations. Propose policy revisions and develop changes in organization, staffing, workflows, andmanagement to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of OCERS. Develop administrative policyrecommendations relating to all facets of public pension plan administration to improve or expandmember services and to achieve business efficiencies.Monitor Best Practices: Monitor the pension industry to implement best practices and lead theorganization’s continuous improvement activities, capturing and identifying new strategies,technologies, and trends. Analyze the impact of changes in legislative or regulatory requirements.Establish and monitor procedures to implement necessary changes that may benefit OCERS.Staff Development: Ensure organizational continuity, including succession planning preparedness andcontinuous improvement. Ensure that strategic professional development is happening for staff at alllevels, including accessing outside training and planning for learning opportunities within teams andthroughout the organization. Partner with the CEO to build and nurture a positive work environmentand strong workplace culture. Boost employee morale, maximize performance, and consistently deliverthe highest level of internal and external customer service.

Strong Collaboration Skills: Exhibit exemplary interpersonal skills and exercise soundjudgment and professionalism in business matters. Work with all personality types andencourage a team approach to resolving problems. Exhibit strong public speaking skills andthe ability to present to a public board. Establish and maintain professional relationships withstakeholders.Leadership Excellence: Plan, organize, integrate, and manage OCERS External Operations.Prepare complex correspondence, reports, narratives, and fiscal and budget documents forthe Board of Retirement, executive staff, and managers and present them both orally and inwriting so they are understood by all audience levels. Manage and appropriately handlecomplex political issues involving several competing variables.Strategic Vision: Be forward-thinking, with the ability to formulate and articulate a strategicvision for External Operations.Adaptability: Adapt to change and navigate challenges while fostering a collaborative teamenvironment.Technical Proficiency: Understand methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis,and report presentation. Use relevant software applications.Ideal CandidateThe Orange County Employees Retirement System(OCERS) seeks a dynamic and driven executive forthe role of Assistant CEO, External Operations. Theideal candidate will guide the strategic direction ofOCERS, collaborating with top executives to shapeorganizational strategies and enhance service toover 52,000 members across 13 employers.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesFor More Information:careers@ocers.orgwww.ocers.org

The salary range for this position is $194,578 - $301,594. OCERS offers a flexible/hybrid work schedule plus a generousbenefits package that includes:Participation in OCERS Defined Benefit PlanOCERS 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan: OCERS contributesan amount equal to 3% of your bi-weekly salaryCounty of Orange 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan: OCERScontributes an amount equal to 4% of your bi-weekly salaryOptional voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan(consisting of voluntary contributions)Optional Benefit Plan (OBP) in the amount of $4,500 annuallyHealth coverage is available, with eligible dependent coverageNo cost PPO Dental and Vision for you and your dependentsNo cost short and long-term disability insurance plansNo cost Life Insurance of $125,000Option to join a Dependent Care Reimbursement Account(DCRA)Option to join a Health Care Reimbursement Account (HCRA)Tuition Reimbursement up to $10,000 annuallyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Annual Leave of 24.5 days per year, increases with longevityQualification RequirementsBachelor’s degree from an accredited institution AND seven years of progressive managementresponsibility, ultimately leading to a senior management position in a public pension fund,financial services organization, insurance company, or government agency.ORTen years of senior management experience overseeing budget, personnel, fiscal, andadministrative functions AND demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities required to workeffectively with public officials, organized groups, and the public at large.Compensation and Benefits SummaryApplication ProcessTo submit your application,please visit our career pageat www.ocers.org/careers-ocers, or scan the QR codebelow. For additional informationabout this position, pleasecontact us via email atcareers@ocers.org.