Teachers Retirement System of the State of Illinois

The Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois (TRS) is the administrator of the state's pension fund for public school teachers and administrators. TRS serves over 430,000 members and has over $50 billion in assets under management. Established in 1939, TRS provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to its members. The organization is committed to ensuring the financial security of its members and their beneficiaries, and to providing excellent customer service. With a dedicated team of over 500 employees, TRS is one of the largest public pension systems in the United States and is responsible for managing the retirement benefits of Illinois educators.