The investment analyst will join the retirement system next month.
The search will be conducted to replace domestic large-cap value equity manager Hamlin Capital Management, which was terminated last month.
Both positions will report to Deputy Executive Director of Investments and CIO Aaron DiCenzo.
The city received five proposals in response to an RFP issued in April.
The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter, subject to regulatory and fund approvals.
The retirement plan also made a private equity commitment for pacing purposes last month.
The retirement plan also made a private equity commitment in the first quarter.
The retirement system will also see its deputy executive director retire next week.
The new investment partner will serve as a member of the firm’s investment committee and its industrial leadership group.
The real estate private equity arm of Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors closed its largest opportunistic equity fund to date.