As a result of a
pending retirement, the Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association
(LACERA) is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of
Chief Legal Counsel. Serving as the general counsel to LACERA, this
highly accomplished individual provides legal advice and counsel to
the Board of Retirement, Board of Investments and to the staff of LACERA.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Chief Legal Counsel plans, directs,
and evaluates all operations of the Legal Division including oversight
of a highly qualified and experienced departmental staff (16 FTE). Candidates
should have a verifiable record of success in complex administrative
matters, advisory services combined with direct experience dealing with
retirement system law. Experience in the public sector is strongly preferred
although candidates working in the private sector with demonstrated
experience working with public agencies are also strongly encouraged
to apply. Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate degree from a fully
accredited ABA law school and active membership in California Bar. LACERA
offers competitive salary with excellent executive benefits package.