Chief of Business Operations, Public Service

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Iowa - Executive Branch is seeking a Chief of Business Operations for IPERS, a public service executive role reporting to the CEO. You will provide strategic leadership over the agency's Business Operations Division, overseeing a $50B+ trust fund and ensuring efficient pension administration for 185,000+ active members and $2.9B in annual payroll and refunds.

Ideal candidates demonstrate public-sector commitment, exceptional organizational and conflict-resolution skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and governance skills in a public-sector setting.
• Ability to navigate complex policy, budget, and regulatory environments.
• Proven ability to drive organizational change and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership over IPERS' Business Operations Division.
• Oversee pension administration system and related processes for a multi-billion fund.
• Direct technical operations, data management, and system maintenance.
• Drive core business efficiency, financial contributions, and processing workflows.
• Lead QA, business analysis, release management, and training across the agency.

Skills

Executive leadership

Public sector experience

Strategic planning

Job description

State of Iowa - Executive Branch is seeking a Chief of Business Operations for IPERS, a public service executive role reporting to the CEO. You will provide strategic leadership over the agency's Business Operations Division, overseeing a $50B+ trust fund and ensuring efficient pension administration for 185,000+ active members and $2.9B in annual payroll and refunds.

Ideal candidates demonstrate public-sector commitment, exceptional organizational and conflict-resolution skills, and the ability