Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 49306 
Closing Date: 09/12/2025
​Agency:  Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois
Salary: $86,256.83-$134,561
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1

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The Teachers’ Retirement System of the State of Illinois (TRS) is one of the largest public pension systems in the United States. We provide retirement, disability and survivor benefits to teachers, administrators and other public-school personnel employed outside the city of Chicago.

TRS serves over 456,000 members and manages a multi-billion-dollar investment portfolio for the exclusive benefit of the membership.

TRS is an agency of the State of Illinois governed by a Board of Trustees. Full-and part-time employees are eligible for the State of Illinois comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental and vision coverage. All employees hired after August 17, 2001 participate in the TRS retirement pension plan. Employees also have the option to contribute to additional State of Illinois deferred compensation plans. The TRS pension plan is a participating reciprocal system under the Illinois Pension Code Retirement Systems Reciprocal Act.

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Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Job Summary

The Organizational Change Management Lead will lead change management efforts for the implementation of strategic organizational initiatives, including a new Pension Administration System (PAS). The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in change management methodologies, particularly Prosci ADKAR, and have a proven track record of driving successful adoption of enterprise-level systems and strategic initiatives with a focus on the people side of change.

Essential Functions

• Develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies and plans to ease the transition, maximize user engagement and support the successful implementation of the new PAS and other organizational changes.
• Apply the Prosci ADKAR methodology to assess change readiness, identify resistance, and build stakeholder engagement.
• Lead change impact assessments, stakeholder analyses, and communication strategies.
• Maintain a broad understanding of project activities and processes to apply a structured organizational change management approach and methodology to enable smooth adoption of the changes associated with multiple IT projects.
• Design and deliver communications, and materials to support user adoption.
• Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, HR, IT and stakeholders and leaders throughout the organization to ensure alignment and integration of change activities.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change initiatives and adjust strategies as needed.
• Proactively identify points of resistance and develop strategies to address them.
• Coach managers and supervisors on how to lead through change.
• Help to mentor and support a small team of change champions within departments impacted by the change.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership on change progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Able to clearly convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrates empathy, active listening, and the ability to manage interpersonal dynamics.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and remains calm under pressure.
• Capable of gaining buy-in and building trust across all levels of the organization.
• Works effectively with cross-functional teams and fosters a culture of cooperation.
• Approaches challenges with creativity and a solution-oriented attitude.
• Sees the big picture and aligns change efforts with organizational goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Organizational Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) within 6 months of hire.
• 5 years of experience supporting large scale organizational change initiatives focused on the people side of change. 
• Demonstrated experience applying Prosci ADKAR or similar methodologies in large-scale system implementations.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies(preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment(preferred).
• Strong understanding of pension systems or experience in public sector retirement administration is highly desirable(preferred).
• Familiarity with Agile and SCRUM methodologies a plus(preferred).

  Work Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
Work Location: 2815 W. Washington St., Springfield, IL 62702-3397
Agency Contact: Chiquita Walls
Email: cwalls@trsil.org
Phone #: 217-814-2150
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

TRS is a non-code state agency.

** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS **

Candidates must submit applications through the TRS Careers Website:

Please follow all instructions and include all required documents. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

TRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or completing any pre-employment testing, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at (217) 814-2111, or HRServices@trsil.org. Hiring decisions are not based on or affected by political factors, including political sponsorship, affiliation, or support.

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