Description

CBIZ Talent Solutions is proud to assist the City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust (CEPERT) in finding their next Executive Director (ED). CEPERT is a single employer defined benefit pension plan managing ~$1 billion in assets for over 8,600 members.

 Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director serves as the chief executive, Board Secretary, and senior fiduciary for administration of the Trust. The leader will ensure excellent benefit administration, strong governance and policy execution, and disciplined investment oversight.  With direction from the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director leads a skilled team, cultivates an ethical, high-performance culture, and represents the Trust with credibility and transparency to members, the City, and the community.

 To Apply and learn more about the Responsibilities and Qualifications please view the position specifications link below: Apply by September 30th at 5pm MT. 

https://cdn.bfldr.com/52FHD6PA/as/ffjksbqsq9bw8js3j734jx3/El_Paso_Retirement_Trust__ED_PS_2 

Or email Tamara at tamara.wesely@cbiz.com

Requirements

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
Bachelor’s degree required  
Five plus years leadership experience with a pension system or other similar financial 
services organization 
Five plus years of fiduciary responsibility, investment strategy and oversight, actuarial 
concepts and methods, tax, finance or accounting experience, and governance experience 
required (preferably within pension/retirement benefits industry) 
Demonstrated success in leadership, staff development, and process improvement 
High emotional intelligence, superior communication, and relationship-building skills 
Proven track record of success with strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and 
stakeholder engagement 
Desirable credentials: JD, CPA and/or advanced degree in a related field, CFA 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE  
General Investments, accounting, taxation, pension administration, and payroll/benefit systems 
Actuarial valuations, PRB reporting, audits, budgeting, and contract compliance 
Ability to review and manage legal documents (e.g., contracts, QDROs) and coordinate with 
outside counsel 
Strong communication (written and verbal) with the ability to translate complex topics for 
diverse audiences 
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams, PowerPoint) and the ability 
to learn Trust systems 
Strong organization, problem-solving, independent judgment, and the ability to manage 
multiple priorities and deadlines 
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively; maintain confidentiality and data 
integrity 
Experience working with a board 
Ability to travel as needed