Salary: $18,900.00 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: At-Will Full-Time
Job Number:Department: State Treasurer's Office
Division: Investments
Opening Date: 10/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: AWIN04
Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION: The position of Senior Investment Officer will support the State Treasurer's Office's $35 billion investment program and will report to the Chief Investment Officer. The successful candidate will oversee the program's private equity allocation, crafting the overall strategy for this asset class, working with existing partners, and identifying new opportunities. The individual will also contribute to overall Division efforts, as well as supervise and mentor individuals assigned to the private equity asset class.
The Treasurer's Office invests in various asset classes, including equities, fixed income and alternatives. Although investing knowledge and experience are important, a premium will be placed on applicants' historical performance records.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Evaluate private equity managers, including developing financial models, evaluating diligence materials, engaging with experts/consultants and understanding company-specific research and analysis
- Understand private equity managers' performance versus peer group and relative to benchmark(s). This includes understanding the opportunity set and when certain sectors do well or underperform
- Work with the Chief Investment Officer and investment staff, overseeing the State's $35 billion portfolio
- Underwrite co-investment opportunities
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships with peers and managers
- Assist in identifying overall and portfolio-specific risk. Develop strategies to monitor and control risk
- Prepare regular ad hoc performance/risk reports and present to boards
QualificationsPREFERENCES: Preference may be given to those with a master's degree or a Ph.D, and/or a CFA.
Preference will be given to those with 5+ years of managing a portfolio with a certifiable track record of alpha production in the related field.
KNOWLEDGE: - Understanding global macro and micro risks that impact investments
- Strong quantitative/analytical aptitude and modeling skills are required
- Experience in sourcing and analyzing top quartile fund managers
- Ability to work with unfamiliar concepts, take ownership of work and deliver timely results
- Ability to work in a dynamic team environment utilizing strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong time management and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Desire to work hard, learn and contribute to the team
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance, Business, or Economics)
Experience: 6+ years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance, Business, or Economics) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Investment Officer
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:None
Necessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:- General office conditions
- Minimal lifting
- Some travel is necessary
NOTES:- FLSA: Exempt
- This position is At-Will and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the State Treasurer and the CIO
- This position is provided leave per the Executive Leave Policy
- This position is eligible to participate in the annual Performance Compensation Plan, based on asset class and total program performances, which for a Senior Investment Officer is up to 75% of salary with conditions
- This position offers part-time telework
- Candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background check requiring fingerprinting
Supplemental InformationClick here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
Click http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
- Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate's Degree
- Associate's Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
- Master's Degree
- Master's Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
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(AWIN04) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Investment:Experience Definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to the following: experience with investment research and analysis, asset allocation, portfolio management or similar investing experience.)
- No relevant experience
- Less than One (1) year of relevant experience
- Three (3) to less than six (6) years of relevant experience
- Six (6) or more years of relevant experience
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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Do you have a Master's Degree or a Ph.D.?
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Are you a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)?
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Do you have at least five (5) years of verifiable experience demonstrating a successful track record of alpha production in this field?
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If yes, please briefly describe your experience, including the organization(s) and your role.
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Do you have a successful historical record of identifying and managing real estate and infrastructure managers? Describe below.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
- Indeed
- LinkedIn
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resources Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE:** Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans' Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans' Preference you **MUST** have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.*** I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans' Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans' Preference.
- Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure.
- No, I am not claiming Veterans' Preference
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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
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