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PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL RETIREMENT SYSTEM
The mission of Public Safety Personnel Retirement System is to deliver unparalleled service in providing retirement benefits to Arizona's community of police officers, firefighters, corrections' officers, judicial and elected officials. PSPRS serves approximately 60,000 active and retired public employees and is nationally recognized for its administrative and pension management excellence. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits to those eager to serve our membership and mission.

Interested applicants can visit  to learn more about our agency. PSPRS is seeking a Deputy Administrator with an open and transparent servant leadership style with the integrity necessary to maintain the standard of excellence required in serving our pension plan participants.
Deputy Administrator

Job Location:

Address: 3010 E Camelback Rd. Suite #200 Phoenix, AZ 85016

Posting Details:

Salary:
Hiring Range $160,000 - $225,000
Open Until Filled
First review of applications on July 10, 2026

Job Summary:

Under the direction and supervision of the Administrator, the main function of the Deputy Administrator will be oversight of the operations of internal business units, including supervision of subordinate personnel. Additionally, the Deputy Administrator may act on behalf of the Administrator in the absence of the Administrator. The selected candidate is expected to be flexible, adaptable and responsive to the needs of the entire organization, and able to manage tactical and strategic issues simultaneously.

Other functions may include, but are not limited to, recommendations to the Administrator for changes to PSPRS policies, procedures and operations; liaison to the System's external consultants and stakeholders; the management of Request for Proposal processes and the conduct of special projects.

The Deputy Administrator will also play a crucial role in the development and implementation of the Board of Trustee's strategic plan while measuring and monitoring organizational performance to achieve the initiatives and goals prescribed therein. Success for the System is created through improved systems, improved service to members, innovation, enhanced service delivery, collaboration and engaged employees, which in turn results in greater impacts for our communities.

Therefore, to be successful the Deputy Administrator must have the skills to listen well, think clearly, analyze carefully, and communicate effectively.

Additional criteria for consideration are demonstrated management success in a comparable or larger complex organization, interest and desire to serve the needs of employees, a commitment to public service, and the ability to function in a fast-paced, high-demand and collegial environment.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

• Manage and oversee operations of internal business units as assigned, including the supervision of subordinate personnel.

• Assist in Board of Trustee reporting functions and participate in those meetings, including review and analysis of agenda materials.

• Coordinate and implement policy matters and system initiatives by facilitating communication and coordination among internal business units on such matters.

• As directed by the Administrator, represents PSPRS in meetings with external parties, including executive and legislative branches of state government and local government officials.

• Assist the Administrator and Legal Counsel with legislative matter, including the drafting of legislative proposals.

• Communicate administrative policies and procedures and, in coordination with…