Job opportunities
Explore career opportunities with the Teachers Retirement Association (TRA). We provide vital retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to Minnesota educators and other professionals through stimulating work in benefits administration, communications, finance, technology, and more.
Why work at TRA
TRA offers an inclusive and flexible work environment grounded in public service and professionalism. We foster professional growth and development, and we offer a competitive benefits package.
Equal opportunity statement
TRA is a State of Minnesota government entity and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. State government entities are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To foster a diverse workplace free of discrimination and harassment, TRA implemented an Affirmative Action Plan to eliminate present and future practices that may have an unfair, adverse effect on persons with disabilities, minorities, and women.
Current openings
Data Practices Officer – Strategic Planning Department
Closing date: 08/20/2026
Salary range: $86,819 - $125,489 annually
TRA is hiring one (1) Data Practice Officer position at our St. Paul location. Job candidates with a background in data analysis, data governance, and/or data program management skills are strongly encouraged to apply. Our Data Practices Officer position exists to provide leadership for the data privacy, data practices, records management, and document retention responsibilities of TRA.
The position will be responsible for the supervision of TRA Records and Data Management systems, evaluating the effectiveness of current practices and recommending revisions when appropriate; and developing the processes used to gather and share data. This role will also enforce compliance with related laws including the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, and oversee public data requests. Lastly, the incumbent hired into this position will serve as a resource for managers, supervisors, and employees regarding data maintained by TRA, and will develop and maintain a data practices training program for all employees.
This position may be eligible for a work schedule that includes some teleworking. Additionally, the incumbent hired into this position must also possess the ability to secure their own transportation for in-state business travel. Travel may be required up to 10% of the time for this role.
To see the full posting and apply, visit the State of Minnesota’s Careers site. Search for the posting ID keyword 94367.
Chief Strategy Officer – Strategic Planning Department
Closing date: 08/21/2026
Salary range: $93,542 - $134,592 annually
TRA is hiring one (1) Chief Strategy Officer position at our St. Paul location. Job candidates who have strong leadership skills and a background in strategic planning are strongly encouraged to apply. Our CSO position exists to provide leadership for the administrative strategic planning, legislative agenda, business continuity, process improvement, member and employer outreach, and data record retention efforts for TRA.
The position will develop, maintain, and implement a consistent, integrated administrative strategic management plan, ensuring the successful measurement and completion of strategic initiatives. Lastly, the incumbent is also responsible for improving organizational effectiveness using continuous improvement methodologies, leading and managing enterprise-wide projects to support the administrative strategic plan, and supporting the creation and measurement of TRA-wide performance measures, as well as the implementation of the agency’s data retention and data practices policies and procedure.
This position may be eligible for a work schedule that includes some teleworking. Additionally, the incumbent hired into this position must also possess the ability to secure their own transportation for in-state business travel. Travel may be required up to 10% of the time for this role.
To see the full posting and apply, visit the State of Minnesota’s Careers site. Search for the posting ID keyword 95686.
