Director of Debt Management

Director of Debt Management

Salary

$92,300.00 - $175,400.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

190713

Agency

State Treasurers Office

Division

Debt Management

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

8/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AN13

Position Number:

60009165

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN13

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Conditional selection of individuals will be based on candidate education, training and experience, oral interview and clearance of a background and credit investigation. Please submit state application along with a copy of college transcript. A resume may be attached but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed to determine qualifications for position. References will also be required.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

The State Treasurers Office promotes a culture that is a fast-paced environment that supports high performance, accountability, quality work product, accountability and collaboration. This position will manage assigned daily operations and processes of statewide accounting functions to include accounting operations, financial reporting, and policy and procedure development and improvements. This position will also ensure accurate completion of the account reconciliation process, financial reporting function and legislative monitoring.

Job Duties:

• Manages the issuance of general obligation and revenue debt for the State, its agencies and institutions as well as oversight of trustee and fiduciary functions performed by the division; Collaborates with attorneys, financial advisors, and underwriters on debt related matters. Leads the Master Lease and Charter School Facility Revolving Loan Fund programs.
• Ensures all operations related to debt division are managed efficiently and effectively including preparation of the agencys annual accountability report, providing information for audits, closing packages, and other assigned projects as well as reviewing proposed legislation and offering recommendations to leadership.
• Works collaboratively with all team members and continuously develops and maintains a productive working relationship within the division and the State Treasurers Office. Fully commits in all assigned training requirements and strives to meet the goals and objectives of the assignment. Ensures that work procedures (Desk Procedures, Users Guides, etc. ) are fully developed and maintained in an accurate and usable manner to promote quality outputs.
• Serves as a lead in ensuring that complete and accurate documentation of all processes within assigned areas of responsibility within the Debt Division are created and maintained within a standard repository. Facilitates and provides for cross-training and back up planning as well as business continuity plans in case of emergency are in place and effective.
• Performs in-depth research on legal and technical Issues and special projects involving division responsibilities. Represents the State Treasurers Office in communicating and coordinating with other state agencies and local governments, and prepares and presents financial research or findings.

This position also includes an excellent benefits package:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
• Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
• Thirteen paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Agency Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or business administration. At least five (5) years of debt management experience and progressively responsible fiscal experience directing professional accounting, auditing, banking or finance employees.

At least three (3) years of supervisory experience is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Additional Comments

Extensive knowledge of principles, theories and practices of accounting, banking, or management. Ability to assist with the planning and implementing of a complex financial management system. Ability to interpret state statutes, rules, and regulations. Ability to manage a professional accounting and finance staff. Ability to plan, organize, schedule, supervise and make decisions. Ability to engage in problem-solving strategies. Must be proficient with computers including Microsoft Office products and various software.

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with staff, the public and the business community.

Must be able to lift and carry files, books and reports weighing up to 20lbs. Must be able to sit, stand and walk for intermittent periods of time. Must be able to reach, bend and twist at the waist to perform filing, desk work and operate general office equipment.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work/salary history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I acknowledge, per the statement above, that failure to complete all parts of the official application, including supplemental questions, will result in my disqualification from consideration for employment.

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• No

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Tell us what you know about the Office of the State Treasurer and its operations.

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Do you meet the minimum education qualifications: A Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or business administration.

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "no" to Question 3 please explain below.

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Do you meet the minimum years of experience: At least five (5) years of debt management experience and progressively responsible fiscal experience directing professional accounting, auditing, banking or finance employees.

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "no" to Question 5 please explain below.

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If applicable, please describe your supervisory experience.

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Are you a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?

• Yes
• No

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Briefly describe your experience with automated accounting and/or financial reporting systems.

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Please describe your experience with Microsoft Excel.

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What is your current salary?

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What is your preferred salary?

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency State Treasurers Office Address 1200 Senate Street

Suite 214

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201

Phone 803-734-0690

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.