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As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer:

  Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 

  Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 

  Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.

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  Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The mission of the City Treasurer’s Office (CTO) is to safeguard City funds, serve as the disbursement agent for all City-related payments, and invest those funds that are in excess of the amount needed to meet daily cash requirements in accordance with the City’s investment policy. The CTO works to improve and maintain the City’s credit ratings and manages new and outstanding debt.

The Assistant Treasurer for Finance and Contracts manages the CTO budget and contracting functions. Primary duties include assisting the Budget Office and others in the Office of the Director of Finance with the preparation of CTO’s quarterly and annual budget reports, managing the contract conformance and amendment process, handling office procurement needs, and special project support as assigned.

The position requires working in close cooperation with CTO staff, other City Finance divisions, internal and external lawyers and legal departments, various external representatives from outside vendors, and other City department staff to successfully accomplish job responsibilities. Additional responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, various projects and tasks as assigned by senior Treasury personnel.

Essential Functions

The Assistant Treasurer will perform these essential functions:

• Budget Preparation and Reporting: Prepare quarterly and annual budget reports for CTO in coordination with staff in the Budget Office and elsewhere within the Office of the Director of Finance.
• Performance Management: Track and monitor performance across key metrics, work with deputies to set strategic priorities, revisit those metrics regularly and evaluate progress against them.
• Purchasing: Handle purchasing, including the procurement of office supplies.
• Professional Services: Support CTO staff with the development of Requests for Proposals and other contract opportunities, advertise contract opportunities, manage the contract conformance and amendment process, track insurance certificates, and process-related invoices.

Additionally, the Assistant Treasurer for Finance and Contracts will provide higher-level administrative and operational support:

• Represent CTO on cross-departmental projects as assigned.
• Attend weekly meetings with Finance Officers from across City government, inform CTO staff of relevant updates, process changes, or support requests.
• Update and maintain the CTO webpage and the City’s Investor website, ensuring the public has access to the latest financial reports and resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Assistant Treasurer will report to the City Treasurer and will support the First Deputy City Treasurer, the Deputy for Banking and Investments, and the Sinking Fund Executive Director.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in any Business discipline or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Two to four years of experience in professional office setting, with exposure to contract management, budgeting, and/or office administration.
• Exposure to financial principles, including fundamentals of debt or banking, preferred.

Competencies, Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Use professional judgment to ensure projects and initiatives are properly prioritized and supported
• Must be able to communicate with a broad spectrum of internal as well as external individuals and groups with professionalism.
• Uses resources effectively and efficiently.
• Proven project management and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with systems used by the City of Philadelphia is preferred but not required

Physical Demands

• Position demands frequent speaking, both in person and by telephone, writing and reading reports and computer screens

Work Environment

• Office environment with low levels of noise, adequate lighting and comfortable temperature

Salary Range: $60,000 - $68,000

Please attach a cover letter and resume in the additional attachments section. Applications without all documents will not be considered.

Did you know?

• We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
• Employees are eligible for a 25% tuition discount program (and sometimes spouses and dependents as well) in partnership with area colleges and universities
• We offer comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available 

Successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to [email protected]. For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx

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