Position Information

Executive Director
The Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program is seeking an Executive Director. This Program was established by the legislature to encourage saving for retirement by employees working for employers who don’t offer a workplace retirement plan.  To achieve that goal, legislation was passed mandating employers with five or more employees to participate in the Program. Contributions will be invested at the direction of the employee into investment funds offered with the oversight of the Minnesota State Board of Investment.  
The Executive Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program, providing leadership and vision as directed by the Secure Choice Board of Directors. This position is responsible for developing, launching, and managing this new state-sponsored retirement savings program designed to provide access to retirement savings for workers without employer-sponsored plans. The Executive Director will establish the program infrastructure, manage operations, and build strategic partnerships to ensure successful implementation of this important retirement security initiative. The position is located in St. Paul, Minnesota with a $5 million appropriated budget to establish program operations.
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Position Specifications
 
To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@cbiz.com
Position: Executive Director
Organization: Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program
Location: St. Paul,  MN 
United States
Salary:
Posting Start Date: 6/2/2025
Date Posted: 6/2/2025
Requirements EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
• Senior leadership experience within a retirement system • Five years of relevant experience, including at least three in a leadership role • Experience, knowledge and understanding of retirement savings plans and investments • Experience working with Boards and Committees • Experience with the legislative process and interacting with and presenting to legislative and administrative bodies • Demonstrated experience communicating • Bachelor's or graduate degree in a relevant field (human resources, law, public administration, business administration, finance) • Experience with any other state-sponsored retirement savings plan preferred COMPENSATION • Competitive Base Salary • Medical Benefits • Retirement Savings plan with option to transfer to a pension plan • Relocation assistance is available if necessary

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development and Implementation • Lead the development and launch of the Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program according to legislative mandates • Establish secure processes for enrolling covered employees and transmitting employee contributions • Create comprehensive employer and worker education and outreach programs that reflect Minnesota's diverse workforce • Manage a phased opening of the Program over a two-year period • Evaluate partnership opportunities with other states or governmental subdivisions Leadership and Management • Build and lead an effective team to support program administration and operations • Hire and manage staff, including operations manager, communications professional, compliance specialist, and financial reporting staff • Develop short-term and long-term strategic goals in partnership with the Board • Exercise sound judgment in a variety of situations while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor Stakeholder Engagement • Serve as the public face of the Secure Choice Program • Build and maintain positive relationships with Minnesota employers, especially small businesses • Work collaboratively with government entities, including the State Board of Investment and various state agencies • Engage effectively with the legislature and testify before legislative committees • Develop and execute comprehensive communications and media strategies Board Relations • Advise and support the Board of Directors in fulfilling their statutory duties
Status: This listing expires on: 8/1/2025
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Organization Information
Name:
Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program
Address:


St. Paul,  MN 55155
United States
Email:
tamara.wesely@cbiz.com
Phone:
720-200-1723
Fax:
Contact:
Tamara Wesely
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