Since 1983, Tom Moutes has held a number of positions in various City departments. Joining LACERS in 2001, he served as Chief Management Analyst heading the Retirement Services Division for four years and the Administrative Services Division for a year and a half, prior to becoming the Assistant General Manager.

Mr. Moutes earned a Bachelor of Science Degree (Summa Cum Laude) in Business Administration from California State University, Northridge, a Master of Science Degree in Public Administration from California State University, Northridge, and a Certified Employee Benefit Specialist designation from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.