Careers at Colorado PERA
Thousands of members, hundreds of employees, one mission and vision.
A career at Colorado PERA is more than just a job; it’s a commitment to improving the retirement security of more than 730,000 current and former teachers, State Troopers, corrections officers, snowplow drivers, and other public employees who provide valuable service to all of Colorado.
Why Work for PERA?
There’s a reason Colorado PERA has been named a Top Workplace year after year: We foster a workplace culture that helps employees feel connected to their colleagues and the important work they do every day.
A Culture That Cares
Colorado PERA is a mission-driven organization with a growing focus on technology and modernization. Employees have the opportunity to do meaningful work with real impact. From enhancing digital tools and member experiences to supporting major enterprise initiatives, employees are part of future-focused work that blends public service with innovation. We take pride in our inclusive culture, career development opportunities, and our consistent recognition as a Top Workplace based on employee feedback. PERA is a place to connect, contribute, and be part of something bigger.
Who We Are
Our mission: To provide retirement security for our members while ensuring the sustainability of the fund.
Our vision: To innovate and build on a tradition of service by being a trusted partner in order to meet the changing needs of our diverse membership.
Making an Impact
At PERA, leveraging employee strengths and supporting strong engagement are the foundations of our culture. Employees are encouraged to grow through development opportunities and internal career movement, while also being part of an organization where people feel respected, informed, and included. Collaboration is encouraged across teams, allowing employees to learn from one another and contribute in ways that maximize their unique skills. We strive to foster an environment where employees can do their best work and feel supported by the people around them.
We evaluate and celebrate employee success through:
- Identifying and building on individual strengths (Gallup CliftonStrengths)
- Measuring companywide and team-level engagement
- Collecting employee feedback on opportunities to improve engagement
- Awards for employee recognition by peers and managers
- Structured goal-setting and review processes
- Performance-based incentive awards for designated roles
Community and Belonging
At PERA, our commitment to community goes beyond the work we do every day. Through our Community and Belonging Team and I HEART PERA volunteer and fundraising programs, employees are empowered to make an impact that extends beyond the people they work with and the members they serve.
The Community and Belonging Team is focused on creating a more inclusive everyday culture by embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into PERA’s organizational DNA, and ensuring equity is reflected throughout the employee experience.
Through I HEART PERA, employees come together to strengthen connections with coworkers, support our local community, and make a positive impact through social, well-being, and fundraising opportunities, all while having fun and giving back.
PERA is an equal opportunity employer.
PERA Invests in You
We invest in our employees in ways that matter, from comprehensive benefits and generous paid time off to thoughtful everyday amenities that enhance the office experience. Employees are encouraged to continue learning through training, mentoring, and development at every stage of their careers. We champion a workplace where people feel valued, inspired, and equipped to grow.
We offer a variety of work schedules and hybrid work for the majority of our positions.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to address employees’ physical and mental wellness, retirement readiness, and workplace needs.
Benefits offered to full-time employees include:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- FSA/HSA
- Free onsite fitness center
- Employee assistance program and mental health resources
- Retirement options including the PERA Defined Benefit Plan as well as the opportunity to participate in 401(k) and 457 plans
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonuses
- Free onsite parking or RTD pass
- And more!
PERA is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer, which means you may qualify to have student loan debt forgiven once you meet the program’s service requirements.
Cigna’s machine-readable files are available here in compliance with the Transparency in Coverage Rule.
Kaiser Permanente’s machine-readable files are available here in compliance with the Transparency in Coverage Rule.
Workforce and Talent Development
Employee learning and development are an integral part of PERA’s culture, demonstrating our dedication to empowering employees to achieve their utmost potential. PERA provides diverse opportunities including:
- Mentoring
- Leadership development
- Job shadowing
- Additional internal and external training options
Ready to Join Us?
Take the first step toward a career at Colorado PERA and view our current job postings.
