Senior Management Analyst - Treasury and Debt

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Senior Management Analyst - Treasury and Debt

Salary

$137,820.80 - $176,488.00 Annually

Location
5750 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA, CA
Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

01985-E

Division

Financial Planning and Management Services

Unit

Treasury-Debt Management

Opening Date

05/06/2026

Closing Date
5/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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Description

Overview:

The Senior Management Analyst for the Treasury and Debt Management Unit supports the Treasury and Debt Manager in managing Valley Water's $1.4 billion debt portfolio, $800 million investment portfolio, and $450 million short-term debt program. The position acts as a lead on debt administration and short-term debt issuances, and supports long-term debt issuances, cash management, and investments. The Senior Management Analyst is a financial analyst who works closely with internal and external partners to secure debt financing for capital projects, manage debt proceeds, report to investors, comply with legal covenants, manage daily cash flow and investments, and make regular debt service and fee payments.

Our Commitment:

We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:

Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Debt administration, including compliance and continuing disclosure reporting, debt service and fee payments, management of bond proceeds, oversight of the federal WIFIA loan program, management of the DebtBook debt module, and coordination with partner banks, lenders, and accounting staff.

Management of the short-term debt program, which includes a $250 million commercial paper facility and a $200 million revolving line of credit for just-in-time financing of the Capital Improvement Program. Coordination with CP dealers, revolving line of credit bank, issuing and paying agent, and trustee bank to issue short-term debt and manage the funds.

Supporting the issuance of long-term debt, including new-money and refunding water revenue and special parcel tax bonds. Drafting bond disclosure, reviewing and understanding legal documents, working closely with bond counsel and municipal advisors, and drafting board memos.

Supporting other Treasury functions, including daily cash management to account for incoming/outgoing cash, investment transactions and reporting, cash flow forecasting, and SymPro investment database maintenance. Responsibilities include using Infor ERP to process payments by check, ACH, and wire, and ensuring the security of these transactions from phishing and other cyber threats.

Monitoring and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to the debt and investment portfolios. Assisting with financial analyses, budgeting, special projects, and ad-hoc requests. Developing unit efficiencies using AI tools.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

Five years or more of debt and treasury management experience.

Government experience in debt and treasury management is desirable.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

Strong analytical, writing, and speaking abilities, and attention to detail.

Management and organization of large amounts of financial data and information.

Ability to read and interpret legal and technical documents.

Experience and understanding of debt and treasury functions.

Ability to work cooperatively and independently.

Efficient administration of regular tasks.

Ability to meet deadlines and multitask in an effective manner.

Experience with accounting, reconciliation, financial reporting, financial markets, budgeting, and forecast modeling.

Ideal Knowledge:

Principles and practices of managing debt/loans, cash flow, and investments.

California Government Code, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) compliance requirements for debt and treasury management.

Organization and quality management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of debt and treasury management.

Principles and practices of budget development and administration, contract negotiation and management, and sound financial management policies and procedures.

Practices of researching debt and treasury issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.

Computer software applications, including the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Docusign, DebtBook, SymPro, Infor, Smartsheet, and other specialized software and databases.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in finance, business, economics, accounting, public administration, or a related field.

Substitution:

Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years.

Required License or Certificate

To review the Classification Specification, please click here (https://tinyurl.com/3yrp389v)

Treasury-Debt Management Unit (Position Code 981)

Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite.

Selection Process

(1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview.

(2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended.

NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary.

Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification.

Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request.

Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260.

Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.

The Santa Clara Valley Water District, now known as Valley Water, offers a comprehensive benefit package including, vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, EAP, life and disability insurance. In addition, Valley Water participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). To view a summary of benefits, click here (https://www.valleywater.org/benefits)
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I acknowledge that I have entered my Work Experience and Education on the employment application, and I am aware these are required fields. If they are not completed, the application is considered incomplete, and I will be disqualified as an applicant for the position.

Yes

No
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Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the application) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. Responses that refer to attachments (e.g., "see resume") will not be considered. Each question must be answered in full to ensure a fair and complete evaluation. I have read this information and am aware of the importance of responses to the supplemental questions.

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Please list your highest degree of education.
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Please list any relevant certification programs you have completed, such as the Government Finance Officers Association's (GFOA's) Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), the CFA Institute's Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or similar.
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Please list any additional coursework you have completed, such as GFOA coursework in Debt Management, Treasury and Investment Management, Budgeting, and Accounting, or similar.
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Do you have 5 years of experience in debt and treasury management (desired not required)

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Do you have government experience in debt and treasury management (desired not required)

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No
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Please clearly and concisely describe your professional and educational experiences that display your skills and abilities to perform the duties associated with this position.
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Please describe your experience administering debt portfolios. Include the size of portfolio, frequency of issuance, types of debt, compliance and reporting activities, and any other relevant information.
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Please describe your experience administering investment portfolios for public agencies or corporations. Include portfolio size, type of investments, the credit review process, reporting activities, and any other relevant information.
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Employment with Valley Water requires employees to take an Oath as a Disaster Service Worker within California and to live within 150 miles of Valley Water Headquarters in San Jose, California by the start date. Valley Water does not cover relocation costs. If you live further than 150 miles from Valley Water Headquarters, please discuss your willingness to relocate if offered the position. If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".
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Please list the full name of the regular/permanent Valley Water employee who referred you to this position (only one name will be accepted, so if multiple are listed, the first name provided will be documented as the referring employee). If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

Required Question

Employer

Santa Clara Valley Water District (CA)

Address
5750 Almaden Expressway San Jose, California, 95118
Phone
1-408-630-2260
Website

https://www.valleywater.org

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