Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)

Established in 1962, the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) administers three statewide defined-benefit retirement plans: the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System, the Kansas Police and Firemen’s Retirement System, and the Kansas Retirement System for Judges. These plans serve over 346,000 members, including active, inactive, and retired public employees across the state. KPERS also oversees the KPERS 457, a voluntary deferred compensation savings plan with assets exceeding $1.5 billion.

KPERS operates under the fiduciary principle, holding assets in trust to provide retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to its members. The system manages a diversified investment portfolio valued at approximately $27.3 billion as of the end of Fiscal Year 2024. Investment decisions are guided by a Statement of Investment Policy, Objectives, and Guidelines, ensuring prudent management aligned with the best interests of the members.

Headquartered in Topeka, Kansas, KPERS collaborates with over 1,500 state and local government employers, including school districts, counties, cities, and other public entities. The system's commitment to transparency and accountability is reflected in its regular publication of financial reports and investment performance summaries, providing stakeholders with comprehensive insights into its operations.