Salary: $125,652.80 - $200,990.40 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number:
Department: SD County Retirement
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 10/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary
The County of San Diego invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of:

Retirement Assistant Director - IT Systems(Actual Job Classification: Retirement Assistant Director, Member Services)
Please review the detailed job brochure for additional information on the responsibilities and requirements of the position.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.
To learn more, please read the Retirement Assistant Director, Member Services job description and to view the full salary range for the position. Salary for this position will depend on experience and/or education.
Blind Applicant Screening

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Unclassified Service
Persons serving in positions in the Unclassified Service do not accrue tenure and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
County Veterans Information

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Military Skills Translator
Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please read the Military Skills Translator to access the tool.

Strategic Plan

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Read more about the Strategic Plan.

Disaster Service Worker
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
Diversity & Inclusion

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Click here to see the SDCERA Unclassified Benefits Summary (RTU)
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The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Did you update your work history in your application profile?

• Yes
• No

02

Please review the minimum qualifications for this position which are:Five (5) years of professional level benefits, pension administration, fiscal, and/or business systems experience. Experience must include three (3) years of management level experience and at least two (2) years of supervision; AND a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency.OR, A combination of experience and/or education as stated above.Note: A master's degree or doctoral degree may substitute for a total of one (1) year of experience and cannot be applied to the required two (2) years of supervision. In order for education to substitute for work experience as indicated above, college level coursework must demonstrate progress toward a degree and may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications do not apply as your application may be rejected. Do you meet the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

03

Please attach a copy of your resume, bachelor's and/or master's degree, transcripts, completion letter, or foreign studies equivalency certificate. I understand that my application will not be considered until all required information is submitted.

• Yes
• No

04

SDCERA operates under a zero-trust security framework, which sometimes requires IT staff to deny or delay a stakeholder's request to protect the integrity of systems and data. Do you have professional experience implementing, managing, or supporting zero-trust security principles or comparable security controls within an enterprise IT environment?

• Yes
• No

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If you indicated yes to the question above, please describe the specific controls, technologies, and responsibilities involved, including any experience addressing stakeholder concerns or resistance to implementation.Please indicate "n/a" if you do not have this experience.
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This position requires working fluidly across a wide range of systems, platforms, and technologies. Please identify the IT functions, technologies, systems, and/or business areas in which you have professional experience. For each area selected, briefly describe your role, level of responsibility, and years of experience. Please indicate "n/a" if you do not have this experience.
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Where did you hear about this job?

• County of San Diego website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Family, friends, neighbors
• Voice and Viewpoint
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Employee Resources Group
• GARE
• Community Group
• SACRS
• CALAPRS
• NCPERS
• Other

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If you selected "Other" please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. Please indicate "N/A" if this does not apply.
Required Question