Demo

Retirement Manager

City of Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/16/2026
The City of Roanoke is seeking a Retirement System Manager to provides oversight of retirement programs and system. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting and oversight of the external audit and selection and installation of systems for retirement and serve in an advisory capacity regarding investment of city funds. Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with a major in accounting; Master's degree preferred; Ten years progressively responsible professional experience in governmental accounting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Public Accountant preferred.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.SUMMARY Provides oversight of retirement programs and system. Responsible for financial reporting and oversight of the external audit and selection and installation of systems for retirement. Serves in an advisory capacity regarding investment of city funds. Responsibilities entail accountability based on measurable cost effective results for the substance, efficiency, productivity and quality of activities performed within division.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for oversight of systems selection, implementation and maintenance pertaining to retirement

Interprets federal and state laws, local ordinances and procedures to insure compliance of financial activities

Oversees all technical financial operations of the retirement system

Responsible for financial reporting and compliance with SEC requirements and to meet federal and state standards as applicable

Provides oversight for reporting and compliance of payroll and vendor disbursements with the Internal Revenue Service

Assists in the management of the city's pension and purchasing card systems including development of policies and procedures, selection of investment consultant and portfolio managers, systems development and coordination with actuaries and other professionals

Assists in the preparation of the City's annual operating and capital budgets 

Assists with the planning and issuance of long-term financing for capital projects

Participates in investment decisions of municipal funds for the City of Roanoke

Participates as needed on the Budget Committee, and with all major capital financing initiatives

Prepares and presents reports for the Director of Finance as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Supervises an assigned staff in the Retirement Division. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.QUALIFICATIONS  
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with a major in business administration or accounting; Master's degree preferred; Ten years progressively responsible professional experience in governmental accounting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Public Accountant preferred.  LANGUAGE SKILLS 
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints orally and in writing. Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on controversial or complex topics to city council, management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts. Ability to organize, direct and coordinate a complete range of administrative activities obtaining maximum efficiency. 

REASONING ABILITY 
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of problems. Ability to deal with complex problems or issues. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to formulate a vision and develop practical courses of action to accomplish goals. Ability to identify key stakeholders and create teams to solve complex issues.  Ability to think strategically.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This is a job description and not an individualized position description.  A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in  a classification.

Salary : $94,339 - $150,944

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Retirement Manager?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Retirement Manager career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$198,976 - $271,567
Income Estimation: 
$250,557 - $384,186
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at City of Roanoke, Virginia

  • City of Roanoke, Virginia Virginia, VA
  • The City of Roanoke is seeking a Family Services Specialist in their Foster Care division. The successful candidate would carry a caseload of 10 to 14 chil... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • City of Roanoke, Virginia Virginia, VA
  • The City of Roanoke's Department of Social Services is seeking a Family Services Specialist to work within our Adult Protective Services division. This Fam... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • City of Roanoke, Virginia Virginia, VA
  • The City of Roanoke is seeking a Family Services Specialist to conduct Child Protective Services investigations. The CPS Investigator will assess and inves... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • City of Roanoke, Virginia Courtland, VA
  • The City of Roanoke is seeking a Facilities Trades Worker to support the repair, maintenance, and operation of City buildings, facilities, and equipment. I... more
  • 3 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Retirement Manager jobs in the Roanoke, VA area that may be a better fit.

  • Suite Manager, LLC Roanoke, VA
  • Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Housekeeper to join our team and ensure that our residential or commercial spaces are spotless, comfor... more
  • 2 Months Ago

  • Periop Leader Network (Formerly OR Manager) Roanoke, VA
  • Career Center Home Search Jobs Division Chief, Surgical and Breast Oncology 5 mi/8 km 10 mi/15 km 25 mi/40 km 50 mi/80 km 100 mi/160 km 200 mi/320 km Resul... more
  • 6 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!