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TRS Investment Officer 2- Public Equities

New York State Civil Service • Albany, NY • 10h ago

NY HELP No

Agency Teachers' Retirement System

Title TRS Investment Officer 2- Public Equities

Occupational Category Financial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary Grade 23

Bargaining Unit CSEA Local 658 (NYS Teachers' Retirement System)

Salary Range From $99183 to $129410 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 15%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 10 Corporate Woods Drive

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12211

Duties Description Position SummaryThe TRS Investment Officer 2 supports the Public Equities team through robust quantitative research and technical infrastructure that support systematic investment strategies. The position centers on the development and testing of Python-based factor models, alpha signals, and risk forecasting tools. This role requires close collaboration with investment information and technology teams to improve automation, data workflows, and portfolio analytics.The duties of the TRS Investment Officer 2-Public Equities include, but are not limited to, the following:- Conduct quantitative research on factor models, alpha signals, risk forecasts, and systematic portfolio construction techniques- Develop, test, and maintain Python-based research code, backtests, and quantitative model components- Maintain and enhance internal quantitative tools and investment technology platforms supporting public equity strategies- Collaborate with investment information systems teams to improve automation, data pipelines, and workflow efficiency- Support the development and enhancement of quantitative models, tools and dashboard to evaluate portfolio performance, exposures, factor sensitivities, and scenario analysis for internal and external strategiesOther Duties and Responsibilities:- Collaborate on cross-functional projects and provide support to broader Public Equities team initiatives as needed- Attend conferences and educational sessions to gain market insights and network with peers- Attend various committee and quarterly board meetings, as necessary, presenting relevant material- Represent Public Equities as needed on various System wide initiatives and projects

Minimum Qualifications Minimum QualificationsA bachelor's degree and three years of investment experience either directly engaged in, or in support of, trading and portfolio management or investment research. This experience must include two years of experience in one of the following: portfolio management, manager selection of investment research, specializing in publicly traded equities at either a buy-side organization, broker dealer, or public pension plan, with at least $1 billion in assets under management.Substitution: A master's degree in business administration or a closely related field may substitute for one year of experience; successful completion of all three levels of the CFA exam may substitute for one year of experience; a Certificate in Investment Performance Management may substitute for six months of experience. A maximum of one year of experience substitution is permitted.Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in a STEM field- Three years of experience in any of the following areas:Quantitative research, portfolio management or risk analytics at a top tier financial services firm or institutional asset manager.Experience applying portfolio management tools and concepts including risk modeling, portfolio construction, and performance attribution.Applying technology in support of investment functions- Strong programming skills in Python- Strong knowledge of statistical analysis and data modeling techniques- Experience in data management, including data cleaning, preprocessing, and analysis- Knowledge of financial risk management, portfolio theory and optimization- Working knowledge of investment analytics, such as Factset, Barra, Aladdin, eVestment- Good communication skills - written and verbal- Good time management skills- Detail oriented, analytical and able to synthesize data and make logical decisions- Intellectually curious, creative, and open to exploring new ideas- Team player with the ability to work independently- Strong work ethic and integrity

Additional Comments All applications must be submitted in our applicant portal by 5:00 pm on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Applications received after 5:00 pm will not be considered. Our applicant portal can be found here: https://www.nystrs.org/careers/job-opportunities/

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Emily Seils

Telephone

Fax

Email Address recruitment@nystrs.org

Address

Street 10 Corporate Woods Drive

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12211

Notes on Applying All applications must be submitted in our applicant portal by 5:00 pm on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Applications received after 5:00 pm will not be considered. Our applicant portal can be found here: https://www.nystrs.org/careers/job-opportunities/

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