Treasury Specialist VII

The primary mission of the State Treasurer's Office Banking Services Department is to manage and control banking relationships for all banking needs for the entire State of Maryland, and to anticipate State agency needs and respond timely to State agency requests.  Its primary function is the accurate and timely recordation of State funds and the reconciliation of all State bank accounts to the State's main general ledger.

The Maryland State Treasurer’s Office is seeking an individual to serve as the Deputy Director of Banking Services.  This position will be responsible for assisting the Director in executing the agency mission and strategizing operational tactics needed to achieve success.  The position will need to identify, approve and support productivity initiatives that improve efficiency and execute operations while leading, inspiring and developing a high quality, talented team that supports the future needs of the agency.

21   (Salary Guidelines apply for State Employees)

Annapolis, MD

This position directly supports the Director in carrying out the division's mission, and is responsible for assisting the Director in administering and enforcing policies and procedures related to the operations of Banking Services. The incumbent manages all activities of Banking Services and performs all tasks related to the management of the Statewide banking programs. In the absence of the Director, this position assumes all Banking Services related responsibilities and signatory authorities.

Some of the principal duties include:

• Manage daily operations of the Banking Services Department, which includes reconciliation of the State’s main bank accounts, processing of bank adjustments and posting of transactions in excess of $175 billion to the State’s general ledger annually. 
• Identify the needs of the division and manage the professional development of the staff in order to facilitate the goals of the department.
• Act as a liaison between the banks and State agencies.  Implement new services offered by the banks to solve problems identified by the agencies in their effort to serve the public.
• Analyze the current operations and structure of various programs and systems and improve efficiency in providing services to all State agencies.
• Work with agency management staff, project managers and contractors, as well as other designated key personnel, to assist with the development and  implementation of a new financial management system for the State Treasurer’s Office

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.

• MBA in Finance, Accounting or Business
• 5 or more years of managerial experience in the banking or finance industry

Candidates must have excellent organizational, communication and people skills, must be effective at team-building, and must be able to prove demonstrated ability in working as a hands-on manager.  The incumbent must possess the highest level of initiative and professional judgment.  Candidates should possess a strong banking operations background.

Candidates must be willing to work in the Annapolis area.

Candidates will be subject to a background investigation to include credit and criminal history.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

The examination consists of a rating of your education, training and experience as it relates to the requirements of this position, based on the information contained in your application.  You will also be required to submit a resume and complete a supplemental questionnaire.  It is important that you provide complete and accurate information to describe your training and experience on you application.  You will be asked to supply transcripts with your application or upon interview.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail or fax a paper application to:       Maryland State Treasurer's Office, 80 Calvert Street, Room 109, Attention: Human Resources, Annapolis, MD 21401, fax 410-260-4090.  Please be sure to include a resume and transcripts with your application. 

General questions may be directed to the STO Personnel Office at 410-260-7078.  

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.