Careers
PERA offers rewarding career opportunities in public service where you can make a positive difference for Minnesota.
Because our agency has a diverse set of responsibilities, we have exciting opportunities for people with a variety of talents and experience. We employ a wide range of professionals and support staff – from customer service specialists, communications and field reps to IT positions, account technicians, and legal.
State Volunteer Firefighter (SVF) Program Specialist
The Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) is seeking a detail-oriented and service-focused professional to administer the Statewide Volunteer Firefighter (SVF) Plan, serving fire departments and volunteer firefighters throughout Minnesota. In this role, you will help ensure the accurate administration of retirement benefits while supporting compliance with pension law, reporting standards, and tax requirements.
You will serve as a primary resource for fire chiefs, governing body representatives, and other stakeholders by providing guidance on program requirements, reporting obligations, and plan administration. The position reviews and analyzes information submitted by participating organizations, applies applicable statutes, policies, and procedures, resolves issues, and makes determinations that support the effective administration of the plan.
This role requires strong analytical, organizational, and customer service skills to collect, evaluate, and maintain program data; monitor compliance; prepare reports and correspondence; and communicate complex program requirements in a clear and understandable manner. You will build collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the state while helping ensure participating organizations understand their responsibilities and meet program requirements.
The successful candidate is a proactive problem solver who can manage multiple priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and provide exceptional service while supporting the retirement security of Minnesota's volunteer firefighters. If you are passionate about public service, program administration, compliance, and stakeholder engagement, we encourage you to apply.
Salary Range: $50,947 - $73,706 annually
Closing Date: 09/23/2026
State Volunteer Firefighter (SVF) Program Specialist Job Posting
Agency Policy Specialist - Legislative Liaison
The Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) is seeking a collaborative and analytical public policy professional to lead legislative and policy initiatives that support the governance, administration, and long-term sustainability of Minnesota's public retirement system.
In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to PERA leadership and the Board of Trustees, providing research, analysis, and strategic guidance on legislative proposals, statutory changes, retirement plan design, and emerging public policy issues. You will monitor and evaluate legislation, regulatory developments, and industry trends that may impact PERA, translating complex information into actionable recommendations that support informed decision-making.
Working closely with the Executive Director, you will help develop and advance PERA's legislative and public policy priorities by conducting legal and policy research, analyzing potential impacts of proposed legislation, drafting policy recommendations, and supporting the development of legislative strategies. You will also lead and coordinate policy-related projects from concept through implementation, ensuring successful outcomes through effective planning, stakeholder engagement, and risk management.
A key aspect of this role is building and maintaining productive relationships with diverse stakeholders, including legislators, legislative staff, plan participants, employer representatives, Board members, and other public pension organizations. Through collaboration, communication, and consensus building, you will gather feedback, promote understanding of policy initiatives, and help advance PERA's strategic objectives.
As a representative of the agency, you will prepare and deliver presentations, provide testimony at legislative hearings, communicate complex retirement and public policy issues to a variety of audiences, and serve as a knowledgeable resource on matters affecting public pension administration and governance.
Salary Range: $73,706 - $109,306 annually
Closing Date: 09/23/2026
Disability Applications & Offsets Specialist
ERA is seeking an experienced benefits professional to help members navigate some of the most important and complex decisions affecting their financial well-being. This position serves as a key resource in the administration of disability retirement benefits, ensuring members receive accurate information, timely service, and benefits administered in accordance with governing laws and policies.
Working independently and collaboratively, you will manage disability benefit cases, review supporting documentation, verify eligibility requirements, perform financial calculations, administer benefit offsets, and monitor continuing eligibility for disability payments. You will apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze complex situations, interpret statutes and policies, and develop recommendations that support accurate and equitable outcomes.
As a recognized resource for disability benefits expertise, you will respond to complex inquiries, assist members and employers in understanding benefit provisions, support annual earnings review processes, and deliver educational information regarding PERA benefits. You will communicate complex retirement concepts to diverse audiences while fostering positive relationships built on professionalism, respect, and responsiveness.
In addition to case administration, you will contribute to program development by identifying opportunities for improvement, researching innovative solutions, and recommending enhancements to procedures, policies, and statutory provisions that strengthen service delivery and program effectiveness.
If you are a service-driven professional with experience in retirement benefits, financial services, or program administration and enjoy helping people understand complex benefit programs, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary Range: $62,138 - $91,224 annually
Closing Date: 09/23/2026
SCRUM Master & Agile Coach
PERA is seeking an experienced Agile professional who combines Scrum Master expertise with a passion for coaching, continuous improvement, and organizational transformation. This role serves as both a facilitator of Agile software delivery and a strategic partner in advancing Agile practices across the agency.
The successful candidate will guide Scrum teams in delivering high-value outcomes while working with Product Owners, leaders, and stakeholders to improve collaboration, transparency, and effectiveness. You will facilitate Agile ceremonies, manage cross-team dependencies, remove organizational barriers, and use delivery metrics to drive measurable improvements.
As an Agile champion, you will influence and support agency-wide Agile adoption by coaching individuals and teams, facilitating workshops and learning forums, promoting Lean-Agile practices, and helping leaders navigate organizational change. Your work will contribute to building a culture of agility, innovation, and continuous learning that enables teams to deliver exceptional results for the people we serve.
If you are an experienced Scrum Master or Agile Coach looking for an opportunity to make an impact beyond a single team and help shape Agile maturity across an organization, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary Range: $78,759 - $129,894 annually
Closing Date: 09/23/2026