Position Information

Chief Executive Officer
CBIZ Talent Solutions is proud to assist San Diego County Employees Retirement Association (SDCERA) in seeking their next Chief Executive Officer. SDCERA administers the $19.7 billion retirement trust for over 52,000 participants, including employees of the County of San Diego and four affiliated employers. As a defined benefit pension system, SDCERA is governed by an independent nine-member Board of Retirement (plus two alternates) entrusted with fiduciary stewardship of assets, strategic vision, and policy oversight. The Association employs 66 dedicated professionals and is recognized for its commitment to member service, prudent investment management, digital innovation, and operational excellence.
The Chief Executive Officer has fiduciary responsibility and oversight of the daily internal operations and administration of the trust. Reporting to the Board of Retirement, the CEO serves as the executive leader of SDCERA, responsible for operational excellence including:
  • Ensuring accurate and timely delivery of benefits to over 52,000 participants (active, deferred, retired, and beneficiaries).
  • Directing a team of 66 employees and fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and professional growth.
  • Leading and achieving strategic initiatives outlined in the Annual Business Plan.
  • Serving as SDCERA’s ambassador by building relationships with county leadership, member groups, peer organizations, and the broader San Diego community.
To learn more about the Responsibilities and Qualifications please view the position specifications link below:
Position Specifications
 
To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@cbiz.com no later than December 5, 2025, at 4:00pm PT.  Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.
 
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Organization: San Diego County Employees Retirement Association (SDCERA)
Location: San Diego,  CA 
United States
Salary: $208,561 to $384,092
Posting Start Date: 11/11/2025
Date Posted: 11/11/2025
Requirements

·Bachelor’s degree required

·Leadership experience with a pension system or other similar financial services organization

·Demonstrated success in leadership, staff development, and process improvement

·Understanding of fiduciary responsibility, actuarial concepts and methods, investment strategy, and governance

·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 degrees in related fields

Status: This listing expires on: 1/10/2026
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Organization Information
Name:
San Diego County Employees Retirement Association (SDCERA)
Address:


San Diego,  CA 92108
United States
Email:
tamara.wesely@cbiz.com
Phone:
7202001723
Fax:
Contact:
Tamara Wesely
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