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About ERS

The Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS) manages benefits for employees and retirees of State of Texas agencies and some higher education institutions. These benefits contribute to the financial security and overall well-being of employees, retirees and their families. They are an important part of the compensation package of state agency and institution employees.

Mission: ERS offers competitive benefits to enhance the lives of its members.

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ERS Organization

Experienced professionals work to offer competitive benefits at reasonable costs.

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ERS Investments

We invest ERS trust funds with a focus on long-term gain, not short-term profit, to provide lifetime annuities to State of Texas retirees.

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ERS Board of Trustees

Elected and appointed trustees make key decisions  about member benefits, ERS operations and investment of the trust funds, with support from specialized committees.

Mission and Strategic Plan

Learn more about ERS’ mission and the goals that support it.

Careers

ERS offers fulfilling careers for dedicated professionals. Learn more and search open positions here.

Doing Business with ERS

Want to provide goods or contracted services to ERS? Start here.