Listing Number: 2014006
Opening Date: 10/29/2013
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary Group: B19
Minimum Starting Wage: $42,000
TEXAS BOND REVIEW BOARD
JOB VACANCY NOTICE
JOB POSTING
Job Title: Financial Analyst I
Working Title: Financial Analyst I
Classification No: 1080
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
Number of openings: 1
Duration: Permanent
By Appointment Only
No Telephone Calls
Wk. Hours: M-F 8:00-5:00
Travel Required: Limited
Education:
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Job Description:
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Skills, License or Registration Required:
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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.
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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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