Sr. Portfolio Administrator

Full Job Description

Please Note: The employment list from this posting will be used to fill other similarly situated positions in this class.

About the Colorado Department of State TreasuryThe Colorado State Treasury is the constitutional custodian of the public's funds.

The Treasury has to manage and account for tax dollars from when they are received until they are disbursed.

The treasury staff is committed to safeguarding and managing the people's monies with the same diligence and care as they do their own.

Vision
The Colorado State Treasury staff will continually strive to serve the residents of Colorado better. Central to this goal is the continued introduction and use of new technologies to provide improved access to services for both taxpayers and other Governmental agencies.

Mission
Our mission is to safeguard, manage, and account for tax dollars from when they are received until they are disbursed with diligence and care.

Why work for the Colorado Department of State Treasury?We are a values-driven organization committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.

We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continuous process improvement, and our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we seek dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and passion for quality and excellence in all we do. In addition, we offer a great location and great benefits, which include:

• Medical and dental plans
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus pre-tax and ROTH 401K, and 457 plans
• Employee wellness programs
• Paid life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible work schedule and remote-work options
• No cost Eco Pass for all eligible State employees
• Tuition assistance for college-level courses
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
• Training opportunities
• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program

Requirements

Position Overview The Portfolio Administrator is responsible for overseeing operations, reporting, and compliance for the Public School Fund Investment Board (PSFIB) and the Public School Permanent Fund (PSPF).

This role plays a key part in implementing new investment programs established under SB25-167, including the Community Investment Portfolio and the Educator First Home Ownership Program.

The Portfolio Administrator ensures investment activities deliver strong financial performance while advancing meaningful community benefit goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate PSFIB meetings, including agenda development, preparation of materials, meeting minutes, and participation by guest presenters.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with investment consultants, fund managers, custodians, and legal counsel.
• Lead procurement, contracting, and onboarding processes for investment managers and service providers.
• Oversee the operational setup and ongoing administration of the Community Investment Portfolio and the Educator First Home Ownership Program.
• Develop and maintain systems for investment performance tracking, reporting, and compliance monitoring.
• Ensure investment strategies align with programmatic objectives, such as expanding access to affordable housing for educators.
• Monitor and report portfolio performance, including returns, gains and losses, distributions, and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Manage the PSFIB operating budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability.
• Review and approve manager and vendor invoices to ensure compliance with contracts and budgetary limits.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or Accounting, Political Science or a closely related field AND Three (3) years of experience in investment operations, portfolio administration, public sector finance, or investment banking.

OR

A combination of related education and relevant professional experience must equal to seven (7) years.

Preferred qualifications that a successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in investment operations, portfolio administration, or public-sector finance.
• Familiarity with investment governance, compliance, and reporting.
• Experience in policy implementation.
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Experience supporting boards or commissions.
• Ability to balance financial performance objectives with public or community impact goals.
• Skills and experience in negotiating, delegating, leadership, superior client service and relationship management skills required.
  
  

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Data analytics
• Regulatory compliance
• Financial Analysis
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving
• Ability to work independently

Conditions of Employment:

• A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• You MUST be a Colorado resident to apply for this position.

How to Apply:

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Important Note: A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying.

Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application.

Therefore, it is essential that you clearly document your work experience/job duties portion of your online application and the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement.

It is also essential to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed), as your answers to them will be evaluated during this phase.

Only complete applications submitted by this announcement's closing date will be considered. Please submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement to ensure your application is accepted.

You may submit a cover letter and a resume with your application however, they will only be reviewed only during the final stage of the selection process.

Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process described below.

Comparative Analysis:

Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis.

After you meet the minimum qualifications for the position and depending on the number of qualified candidates, the comparative analysis for this position may include all or part of the structured review of your application materials against the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position as posted in this job posting or other skills assessment to measure your job-related skills and competencies.

The top six ranking candidates will then be invited for an interview.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative.

This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department's action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Additional Information

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

CST is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Janet Martin, Treasury ADAAA Coordinator, at 303-866-5460 or janet.martin@state.co.us.