Intermediate Investment Professional PSERS
Apply NowCompany: State of Pennsylvania
Location: Dauphin, PA 17018
Description:
Salary: $74,602.00 - $113,839.00 Annually
Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2025-19717
Department: Public School Employees' Retirement System
Division: PS Invmt Off
Opening Date: 03/25/2025
Closing Date: 4/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: P7202
Position Number: 50593765
Union: Non Union
Bargaining Unit: A3
Pay Group: IP02
Bureau / Division Code: 00721630
Bureau / Division: PS Investment Office
Worksite Address: 5 North 5th Street
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17101
Contact Name: Doris Coomes
Contact Phone: 717.720.4738
Contact Email: dcoomes@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Are you seeking foundational level, yet highly impactful, investment operations management work primarily in a vendor management and governance capacity? Do you have the experience, knowledge, and ability to perform investment compliance, regulatory requirements administration, and contract management? If so, then look no further! We are looking for a self-motivated, highly organized, collaborative professional carry out related duties through communications with both internal management and external stakeholders. A successful candidate for this position should possess: the ability to multi-task; solid time management skills; strong attention to detail/technical acumen; excellent analytical and communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and a collaborative work ethic.
The Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS, ), is an agency in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that administers the pension plan for Pennsylvania's public school employees. The mission of PSERS is to maintain a financially sound System that supports over a half million members with a current pension fund of approximately $80+ billion. This position will play a contributing part in ensuring PSERS fulfills its mission and values.
PSERS is located in Harrisburg, PA, a mid-size city situated along the Susquehanna River. The Harrisburg area is affordable and near many attractions including Hershey, and it is only two hours from major cities and airports like Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a direct report to the operations manager of the investment office, this position facilitates and performs a myriad of duties including investment vendor management and governance duties across both inter and intra-departmental organizations. The primary functions include end-to-end reviews and deep dives across operational processes along with research, recommendation, and implementation of vendor related and governance processes.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Additional Requirement:
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
How to Apply:
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
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*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a PSERS' Junior Investment Professional for one or more years full-time?
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time experience performing relevant investment operations or investment risk work do you possess?
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much college coursework have you completed in any field?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
06
Have you successfully completed any of the following professional accreditations: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA); Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA); Financial Risk Manager (FRM); or Professional Risk Manager (PRM)?
07
If you answered Yes, please provide the accreditation name, accreditation number, and expiration date, in addition to the levels of the accreditation you have completed, if applicable. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.
08
Preferred Qualification: Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration or supply chain management?
09
Preferred Qualification: Do you possess one or more years of experience in investment compliance?
10
Preferred Qualification: Do you possess one or more years of experience in investments regulatory requirements administration?
11
Preferred Qualification: Do you possess one or more years of experience in contract management?
Required Question
Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2025-19717
Department: Public School Employees' Retirement System
Division: PS Invmt Off
Opening Date: 03/25/2025
Closing Date: 4/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: P7202
Position Number: 50593765
Union: Non Union
Bargaining Unit: A3
Pay Group: IP02
Bureau / Division Code: 00721630
Bureau / Division: PS Investment Office
Worksite Address: 5 North 5th Street
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17101
Contact Name: Doris Coomes
Contact Phone: 717.720.4738
Contact Email: dcoomes@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Are you seeking foundational level, yet highly impactful, investment operations management work primarily in a vendor management and governance capacity? Do you have the experience, knowledge, and ability to perform investment compliance, regulatory requirements administration, and contract management? If so, then look no further! We are looking for a self-motivated, highly organized, collaborative professional carry out related duties through communications with both internal management and external stakeholders. A successful candidate for this position should possess: the ability to multi-task; solid time management skills; strong attention to detail/technical acumen; excellent analytical and communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and a collaborative work ethic.
The Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS, ), is an agency in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that administers the pension plan for Pennsylvania's public school employees. The mission of PSERS is to maintain a financially sound System that supports over a half million members with a current pension fund of approximately $80+ billion. This position will play a contributing part in ensuring PSERS fulfills its mission and values.
PSERS is located in Harrisburg, PA, a mid-size city situated along the Susquehanna River. The Harrisburg area is affordable and near many attractions including Hershey, and it is only two hours from major cities and airports like Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a direct report to the operations manager of the investment office, this position facilitates and performs a myriad of duties including investment vendor management and governance duties across both inter and intra-departmental organizations. The primary functions include end-to-end reviews and deep dives across operational processes along with research, recommendation, and implementation of vendor related and governance processes.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
- Work hours are negotiable.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as a PSERS' Junior Investment Professional (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Five years performing relevant investment operations or investment risk work; or
- A Bachelor's degree and one year performing relevant investment operations or investment risk work; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Successful completion of any of the following professional accreditations may be substituted for relevant work experience:
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA): 1 year per level passed
- Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA): 1 year
- Financial Risk Manager (FRM): 1 year per level passed
- Professional Risk Manager (PRM): 1 year
- Certified Securities Operations Professional (CSOP): 1 year (only applicable to Operations positions)
- Certified Treasury Professional (CTP): 1 year (only applicable to Operations positions)
Additional Requirement:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration or supply chain management
- One or more years of experience in investment compliance
- One or more years of experience in investments regulatory requirements administration
- One or more years of experience in contract management
How to Apply:
- You must attach a cover letter and resume to your application for review by the hiring manager. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short !
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a PSERS' Junior Investment Professional for one or more years full-time?
- Yes
- No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time experience performing relevant investment operations or investment risk work do you possess?
- 5 years or more
- 4 to less than 5 years
- 3 to less than 4 years
- 2 to less than 3 years
- 1 to less than 2 years
- Less than 1 year
- None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much college coursework have you completed in any field?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
- 120 credits or more
- 90 but less than 120 credits
- 60 but less than 90 credits
- 30 but less than 60 credits
- Less than 30 credits
- None
06
Have you successfully completed any of the following professional accreditations: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA); Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA); Financial Risk Manager (FRM); or Professional Risk Manager (PRM)?
- Yes
- No
07
If you answered Yes, please provide the accreditation name, accreditation number, and expiration date, in addition to the levels of the accreditation you have completed, if applicable. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.
08
Preferred Qualification: Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration or supply chain management?
- Yes
- No
09
Preferred Qualification: Do you possess one or more years of experience in investment compliance?
- Yes
- No
10
Preferred Qualification: Do you possess one or more years of experience in investments regulatory requirements administration?
- Yes
- No
11
Preferred Qualification: Do you possess one or more years of experience in contract management?
- Yes
- No
Required Question