Listing Number: 2014006 Opening Date: 10/29/2013

Listing Number: 2014006 Opening Date: 10/29/2013

Closing Date: Open until filled

Minimum Starting Wage: $42,000 Salary Group: B19

TEXAS BOND REVIEW BOARD

JOB VACANCY NOTICE

JOB POSTING

Job Title: Financial Analyst I Classification No: 1080

Working Title: Financial Analyst I

Agency: Texas Bond Review Board

Address: P.O. Box 13292, Austin, Texas 78711-3292

Work Location Address: 300 West 15th Street, Suite 409, Austin, TX 78701

Refer to: Jodee Martinez – Human Resources By Appointment Only

No Telephone Calls

Number of openings: 1 Duration: Permanent Wk. Hours: M-F 8:00-5:00

Travel Required: Limited

Education: See Attached

Job Description: See Attached

Skills, License or Registration Required: See Attached

Remarks: Please submit COMPLETED STATE OF TEXAS APPLICATION to Jodee Martinez, Human Resources, and P.O. Box l3292, Austin, Texas 78711. Salary commensurate w/skills and experience.

This position is exempt from the fair labor standards act (FLSA).

JOB POSTING

Financial Analyst I

TEXAS BOND REVIEW BOARD

The Texas Bond Review Board has the responsibility to review and approve debt issued by Texas state agencies. The Board is comprised of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Comptroller of Public Accounts. The Board also monitors and analyzes state and local debt data and administers the state’s Private Activity Bond Allocation Program.

Work to Be Performed: Assist the Executive Director in providing direct support to the Texas Bond Review Board with primary focus on state and local debt issuance and analysis and secondary responsibilities in the Private Activity Bond Allocation Program. Primary duties include analyzing and reporting on all aspects of state debt issues being considered by the Board; developing and providing information to the financial community and rating agencies related to the issuance of state debt and the operation of state government; gathering, analyzing, summarizing and reporting on the current financial condition of state and local issuers and assessing the impact of current and proposed debt; providing support to the capital expenditure budgeting and planning process. Additional duties include analyzing and reporting for issuer Bond Transaction Reports (final reports) and semi-annual issuer reports and other related duties as assigned.

Support the preparation of written reports such as agency Annual Report, Local Government Report, Debt Affordability Study, Strategic Plan, Performance Measures, Bond Transaction Reports, Fiscal Notes, HUB Report, constitutional debt limit calculations and related certifications and other documents is a major component of the position. Provide support in the preparation of Legislative Appropriations Request and requests for information received from legislators, their staff and committees. Provide support to the administrator of the Private Activity Bond Allocation Program.

Any other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in finance. In-depth knowledge of, and experience with the state's major financial agencies and agencies issuing debt; or experience in corporate or public finance; or experience in commercial or investment banking. Demonstrated analytical ability with emphasis on financial and numerical analysis. Knowledge of public debt concepts, practices and procedures. Knowledge of governmental budgeting and strategic planning and understanding of the legislative process. Ability to work with Board representatives, state debt issuers, legislative committees, industry professionals, the public and fellow staff.

Strong interpersonal, writing, research and communication skills. Must be self-motivated and able to perform detailed work without error with minimal supervision. Personable and enthusiastic demeanor with the ability to interact positively and perform successfully in a small office environment.

Ability to use computers and knowledge of database, spreadsheet and debt finance software. Experience with cash flow, debt portfolio and refunding analysis and familiarity with municipal securities disclosure requirements. Technical hardware/software knowledge preferred.

Degree in finance with a concentration or emphasis in finance or public finance preferred.

Salary: Minimum $42,000 salary commensurate w/skills and experience.

Application Requirements:

To receive consideration you must submit a completed State of Texas Application form and cover letter to the Texas Bond Review Board, Attn: Jodee Martinez, P.O. Box l3292, Austin, Texas 78711.

Finalists may be given a work-related exercise and will be required to submit official transcripts. Any job offer from the Texas Bond Review Board is contingent upon: proof of eligibility/authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis and proof of compliance with the Selective Service Law for males 18-25.

To ensure performance excellence at the BRB, all employees regardless of position are evaluated at a minimum on the following seven (7) agency core competencies.
·  Teamwork - Works with others to achieve a common goal
·  Customer Service - Meets the needs and expectations of internal and external customers
·  Adaptability - Adjusts to changing workplace demands
·  Communication - Effectively conveys information and encourages an exchange of ideas
·  Problem Solving - Identifies, defines and solves problems
·  Professional Conduct and Development - Acts in the best interest of the agency, maintains confidentiality and continually strives to improve self and job performance
·  Privacy and Information Security - Maintains confidentiality and protects the privacy of state employees, taxpayers and other members of the public
VETERANS:
We fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and encourage opportunities to hire Veterans, Reservists and Guardsmen.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS: Only applicants scheduled for interviews will be contacted. Unless otherwise indicated, regular attendance is an essential job requirement of all positions in the BRB’s office. All Positions requiring a degree and/or licensing require proof of degree and/or license if hired. Your application for employment with the Texas Bond Review Board may subject you to a criminal background check. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Thank you for considering employment at the Texas Bond Review Board! The BRB’s office is at all times an equal employment opportunity employer.

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