BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Debt Management Branch manages the province’s debt and borrowing activities. This includes raising funds in domestic and international markets, working with credit rating agencies, and reporting on debt to the public and the Legislature. The Branch is also responsible for the settlement and administration of debt and derivatives transactions. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and aim to create a workplace where people are treated fairly, respectfully, and supported to do their work.

The Role
The Portfolio Manager, Short‑Term Financing, plans and manages the province’s short‑term borrowing in Canadian and U.S. money markets. The role involves assessing short‑term funding needs, developing borrowing strategies, and issuing short‑term debt such as promissory notes and commercial paper. This position works closely with internal clients and external market counterparties to carry out transactions and manage risk.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in commerce, business administration, economics, or a related degree, plus 4 years of *related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience may include the following:

• Experience fostering professional relationships with financial industry partners.
• Experience managing syndicates of subject matter professionals.
• Experience with origination of primary market issuances.
• Experience representing an organization in professional networks.
• Experience working in money markets with short-term financial securities.
   

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Additional related coursework and/or designations including a Master of Business Administration degree, Canadian Securities Institute designations (e.g. Canadian Securities Course) and Chartered Financial Analyst designation.
• Experience executing and overseeing funding programs through capital market issuance.
• Experience working in some/or all the following: Canadian bond markets, money markets, derivatives markets and in public primary (securities new issuance) markets.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jason.Lewis@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.