What departments does STRS Ohio have?
- Administrative Services
- The Administrative Services Department provides STRS Ohio associates with security and safety services; mail and package delivery; shipping, receiving and courier services; and purchasing functions.
- Building Services
- The Building Services Department provides infrastructure support to all STRS Ohio departments for day-to-day building operations, including:
- Food service,
- Meeting room scheduling,
- Cleaning,
- Groundskeeping,
- Utilities,
- Building maintenance,
- Engineering and construction, and
- Building improvement projects.
- Communications and Public Affairs
- The Communications and Public Affairs Department is responsible for accurate and timely communication with active and retired members and other system stakeholders, including employers and associates.
- Executive
- The Executive division of STRS Ohio provides services for all departments at STRS Ohio and reports to the executive director.
- Finance
- The Finance Department provides accounting, employer reporting, actuarial, tax, investment operations, investment performance, and building and administrative services.
- Governmental Relations
- The Governmental Relations Department works with state and federal legislatures to ensure legislation approved is beneficial to the members and retirees.
- Human Resource Services
- The Human Resource Services Department provides recruiting and hiring for open positions, benefits and administration, payroll and compensation, professional development and performance management programs and an associate wellness program.
- Information Technology Services
- The Information Technology Services Department develops, integrates and maintains advanced information systems that increase STRS Ohio’s overall productivity and effectiveness.
- Internal Audit
- The Internal Audit Department conducts independent, objective and assurance activities designed to add value to and improve STRS Ohio’s operations.
- Investments
- The Investment Department is divided into specialty areas requiring high levels of expertise. One area consists of stock and research experts, while other areas specialize in fixed-income investments, such as U.S. Treasury and agency securities, corporate bonds and mortgaged-backed securities. A third specialty area includes real estate investments and asset management. There are also areas devoted solely to international investments and to alternative investments.
- Legal
- The Legal Department provides legal advice to foster sound decision-making and compliance with applicable laws, promoting ethical conduct, and educating associates in order to identify and mitigate legal risk.
- Member Benefits
- The Member Benefits Department consists of three areas that work together to develop, administer and implement retirement benefits, a retiree health care program and services to STRS Ohio members. These areas are Member Services, Benefits Administration and Health Care Services.
How do I apply?
Complete an online application and attach your résumé.
Can I submit a paper application or résumé?
Paper applications are not available. Applicants should apply for open STRS Ohio positions through our online application process.
How will I know if my application has been received?
Shortly after submitting your online application, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive the confirmation, check your spam folder or confirm the application process was completed and properly submitted.
I feel that I meet all of the qualifications of the position I applied for. Why haven’t I been contacted for an interview?
Due to the large volume of applications received, only those candidates whose experience, education and special skills/credentials are best matched for an open position will be contacted for an interview.
Do I need to call STRS Ohio to check on the status of my application?
No. Due to the large volume of applications received, we cannot guarantee that all calls regarding open positions and applications will be returned. Candidates whose experience, education and special skills/credentials are best matched for an open position will be contacted for an interview until a sufficient pool of qualified candidates has been identified.
How long does it take to fill a position?
The time to fill an open position varies significantly based the position requirements. If you interview for the position, you will receive information on the expected timetable for filling the position during your interview.
Is STRS Ohio a state agency?
STRS Ohio operates under the guidelines of Chapter 3307 Revised Code. It is legally separate from and fiscally independent of state and local governments.
Where should I park when visiting STRS Ohio?
Free parking is available in the STRS Ohio garage that is part of our south building. The garage is located behind the main building and is entered off Capital Street. Drive to the visitors’ entrance of the garage (the first entrance on Capital Street), press the intercom button and provide your name and appointment time. STRS Ohio Security personnel will provide admittance to the garage and give parking instructions and other information. Upon entering the building, stop by the security desk where you will be directed to the appropriate area.
Are background investigations completed?
STRS Ohio employment is conditional upon receipt of satisfactory background investigation results. Applicants under serious consideration will be subject to a minimum review of their credit history. An applicant selected for hire is subject to a complete background evaluation which includes education and social security verification, employment business references, review of criminal and driving records, a drug screening and physical examination (when applicable).