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The Kansas City Public Schools Board of Directors is now accepting applications from individuals interested in serving as a KCPS-appointed representative on the Kansas City Public School Retirement System (KCPSRS) Board of Trustees.

Please note, applicants must live within the district's boundaries to be considered.

About the KCPSRS Board of Trustees

The KCPSRS Board of Trustees is responsible for ensuring that the Retirement System is governed and managed in a manner that protects Fund assets and supports the long‑term financial security of its members.

The KCPSRS Board provides oversight of the Retirement System’s mission, vision, and strategic goals, and ensures that all activities align with statutory requirements and fiduciary standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Complementary skill sets and professional experiences ensure a balanced, knowledgeable, and sustainable KCPSRS Board of Trustees. The Kansas City Public Schools Board of Directors seeks candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas which the KCPSRS Board has identified as especially valuable:

  • Strong accounting background, CPA a plus

  • Business or banking • Insurance or actuarial science

  • Risk management

  • Legal or regulatory compliance

  • Investment management (including asset allocation) or financial analytics

  • Organizational governance

  • Private‑sector leadership experience

  • Experience with Public Pension Plans

How to apply

Applications for this appointment may be obtained from the Board of Education Office, downloaded from the district website, or requested by email at llimberg@kcpublicschools.org.

Completed applications must be submitted to Board Secretary Lisa Limberg by email at llimberg@kcpublicschools.org, or by mail or hand delivery to: Lisa Limberg, KCPS Board Secretary, 2901 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64109.

Completed applications are due no later than July 31, 2026.

Learn more

To see the full details of this position before you apply, CLICK HERE.