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CalSTRS Company Culture
CalSTRS Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.9/5
CalSTRS' Overall Culture is rated C-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Perks & Benefits
A-Compensation
B+Manager
C+eNPS
C+Happiness
CCalSTRS CEO
Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Jack Ehnes
61 /100
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Diversity at CalSTRS
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Recommend to a Friend?
22
CalSTRS employees are 22% more likely to recommend CalSTRS as a great place to work
| 44% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 34% | Passives |
| 22% | Detractors |
Working at CalSTRS
Working at CalSTRS is rated below average by 11 employees, across various culture dimensions. CalSTRS employees rate Perks And Benefits highest among all categories, and think that Meetings and Leadership have the most room for improvement, putting CalSTRS’s culture in the Bottom 30% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 50% compared to other companies in Napa, CA. See below in detail how working at CalSTRS was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at CalSTRS
C-
Overall Company Culture at CalSTRS is rated C-
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Bottom
30%
CalSTRS ranks in the Bottom 30% of other companies on Comparably with for Overall Company Culture Score
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Out of 14 CalSTRS employee reviews, 50% were positive. The remaining 50% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping CalSTRS improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 50% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 50% |
Positive Reviews From CalSTRS Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?We all have the same end goal in mind: we want what is best for the business, not for us nor our resume.
- What makes you most happy at work?Knowing that my coworkers are there for the business
- What did you like most about the interview process?Very fair everyone received the same questions
Constructive Feedback From CalSTRS Employees
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Our management needs to understand that we are not 'just put our heads down and do our work" we were once empowered to make decisions. We had team leads. We no longer have any of these things. IT is very depressing and micromanaged.
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Listening to their employees during projects and empowering them to make decisions.
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Need to learn how each area of the company works so that we understand how it affects our work.
CalSTRS Company Information
CalSTRS Company Overview
DuPont Ventures, an investment firm, finances entrepreneurial companies across various sectors, including agriculture and cleantech.
CalSTRS Mission, Vision & Values
CalSTRS Mission Statement
Securing the financial future and sustaining the trust of California’s educators.
CalSTRS Vision Statement
CalSTRS advances sustainability practices that promote long-term value creation, responsible investment strategies, stewardship of our natural resources and engagement with our stakeholder community. CalSTRS business decisions consider environmental, social and governance implications, also referred to as ESG issues. From investment strategy to member services, our sustainable practices seek to create long-term value, promote stewardship of our natural resources and sustain the financial integrity of the fund for the benefit of our members and our community. We believe that establishing a corporate environment with sustainable values is a blueprint for better governance and increased profitability.
CalSTRS Values
- Customer Service
- Accountability
- Leadership
- Strength
- Trust
- Respect
- Stewardship
| Headquarter | 100 Waterfront Place West Sacramento, CA 95605 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.calstrs.com |
| Founding Date | 1913 |
CalSTRS Employees
11 employees at CalSTRS have reviewed CalSTRS across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 11 CalSTRS employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 20% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at CalSTRS are pleased with their total compensation at CalSTRS, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at CalSTRS are generally satisfied with their team. 11 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D+. Less than half believe the meetings at CalSTRS are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at CalSTRS believe the environment at CalSTRS is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at CalSTRS is moderate. About 100% of the employees at CalSTRS work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at CalSTRS are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining CalSTRS - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Napa, CA about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Napa, CA employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 66% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
CalSTRS KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no CalSTRS employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand CalSTRS' KPIs and OKRs.
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CalSTRS CEO & Leadership
CalSTRS CEO - Jack Ehnes
61 /100
Jack’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Jack in the Bottom 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 45% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Napa, CA. Jack Ehnes’s employees rank CalSTRS in the Top 15% for Perks And Benefits, in the Top 20% for Compensation, and in the Top 50% for Manager.
CalSTRS Leadership
The CalSTRS Executive Team is rated a “D” and led by CEO Jack Ehnes, Chief Investment Officer Christopher Ailman, and Chief Operating Investment Officer Debra Smith
Jack Ehnes CEO / President
Jack Ehnes serves as the CEO / President of CalSTRS.
Robin Madsen CFO
Robin Madsen serves as the CFO of CalSTRS. Robin started at CalSTRS in May of 2009. Robin currently resides in... read more
Ashish Jain Chief Technology Officer
Ashish Jain serves as the Chief Technology Officer of CalSTRS. Ashish started at CalSTRS in October of 2013. Ashish... read more
Christopher Ailman Chief Investment Officer
Christopher Ailman serves as the Chief Investment Officer of CalSTRS. Christopher started at CalSTRS in October of 2000.... read more
Cassandra Lichnock Chief Operating Officer
Cassandra Lichnock serves as the Chief Operating Officer of CalSTRS. Cassandra started at CalSTRS in March of 2013.... read more
Debra Smith Chief Operating Investment Officer
Debra Smith serves as the Chief Operating Investment Officer of CalSTRS.
Kirsten Casella Director Of Operations, Office of the General Counsel
Kirsten Casella serves as the Director Of Operations, Office of the General Counsel of CalSTRS. Kirsten started at... read more
CalSTRS Salaries
How much does CalSTRS pay?
How much do people at CalSTRS get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at CalSTRS is $88,967, or $42 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $109,454, or $52 per hour.
At CalSTRS, the highest paid job is a Sales Rep at $115,540 annually and the lowest is a Bookkeeper at $41,575 annually. Average CalSTRS salaries by department include: Marketing at $80,643, IT at $101,801, Admin at $53,226, and Design at $73,430. Half of CalSTRS salaries are above $109,454.
4 employees at CalSTRS rank their Compensation in the Top 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 12 ratings) while 4 employees at CalSTRS rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 4 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $61k | $61k | 1st Percentile |
20th Percentile $85k | $85k | 20th Percentile |
40th Percentile $103k | $103k | 40th Percentile |
60th Percentile $164k | $164k | 60th Percentile |
80th Percentile $264k | $264k | 80th Percentile |
100th Percentile $343k | $343k | 100th Percentile |
$88,967*
Average Compensation
$109,454*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
CalSTRS Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at CalSTRS
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding CalSTRS
What is CalSTRS address?
CalSTRS location is at 100 Waterfront Place
Who is the CEO of CalSTRS?
CalSTRS CEO is Jack Ehnes, their score by employees is 61
What is CalSTRS eNPS?
The eNPS for CalSTRS is 22
What is the salary for Marketing Operations in CalSTRS?
Marketing Operations average salary in the US is 85k
What are the salaries in the HR in CalSTRS?
The average salaries for HR in CalSTRS is 92k
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