STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Assistant Treasurer

Office of the State Treasurer

Recruitment #171026-0409EX-001

Introduction

Applications are being accepted for the position of Assistant Treasurer for Debt Management, a full-time position located in the Office of the Connecticut State Treasurer.  The position reports to the State Treasurer and oversees the staff, consultants, bond counsel, and investment bankers of the Debt Management Division for the cost-effective issuance and management of the State of Connecticut's bonded debt, which totaled $24.7 billion as of June 30, 2017.  The Debt Management Division issues bonds to finance capital projects, manages debt service payments and cash flow borrowing, maintains the State's rating agency relationships, administers special loan programs, and manages the State's compliance with IRS tax-exempt debt regulations.  

Selection Plan

This is an appointed position in accordance with Sections 3-13 and 3-13a of the Connecticut General Statutes.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Office of the State Treasurer, this class is accountable for administering the programs and operations of a Treasury Division.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Administers the staff and operations of a Treasury Division; develops, implements and evaluates division policies, goals and objectives; designs and develops division programs and activities; implements new procedures and procedural revisions; determines appropriate staffing levels and directs the management and coordination of staff; designs and implements performance review standards for division staff; prepares division budget; maintains contact with individuals and organizations who might impact or be impacted by policy or program activities; prepares all reports required by the State Treasurer regarding area of responsibility; performs related duties as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate must have considerable knowledge of: the municipal bond market; municipal debt transactions; arbitrage restrictions; record keeping and controls; and IRS regulations and legal considerations.  Required skills include: demonstrated managerial and organizational skills; personal computer word processing and spreadsheet skills; strong analytical and strategic planning abilities; and executive-level writing skills. 

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least ten years of progressively responsible experience with municipal securities transactions, preferably in a public sector environment.  A graduate degree in finance or a related field is a plus. 

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.