Capital Finance Coordinator

State of Oregon

State of Oregon

Accounting & Finance

Salem, OR, USA

Posted on Apr 17, 2026

Initial Posting Date:

04/16/2026

Application Deadline:

04/30/2026

Agency:

Department of Administrative Services

Salary Range:

$7,537 - $11,098

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Capital Finance Coordinator

Job Description:

Now Hiring, Apply Today! Capital Finance Coordinator

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for enterprise-wide fiscal planning and policy leadership. The CFO provides guidance, training and direction to ensure fiscal integrity and consistency across state agencies. Specific policy sections within the CFO include Budget Policy (BAM), Statewide Accounting and Reporting (SARS), Statewide Audit and Budget Reporting (SABRS), and Capital Finance and Planning (CFPS). The CFPS has statewide responsibility for: 1) debt issuance and administration for eleven financing programs; 2) development of the Governor's Budget and required enabling legislation for bond issuance and capital construction authorization; and 3) administration of the Financing Agreements program under ORS chapter 283.

What You’ll Do

As the Capital Finance Coordinator, you will provide financial coordination to support statewide administration of CFPS' financing programs, including general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, certificates of participation, and tax anticipation notes. Providing advice and technical assistance to the CFPS Manager to support management of the issuance, repayment, and ongoing legal and contractual compliance for the financing programs. You will manage critical debt issuance and debt service information and lead statewide coordination of debt service budgeting and payment activities to ensure timely fulfillment of obligations. In addition, you will collaborate with multiple agencies and grantees to ensure compliance with state laws, federal regulations, and bond covenants in relation to uses of bond proceeds and other post-issuance compliance matters associated with tax-exempt bonds.

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This Is What You Need to Qualify

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning financial work. OR;

  • Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of financial experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:

  • Experience in the administration of financing programs such as general obligation bonds, revenue bonds or certificates of participation.

  • Ability to review complex legal or regulatory requirements, synthesize into meaningful concepts, and design and implement processes and procedures to comply with requirements.

  • Experience with interpretation of generally accepted accounting principles or accounting policies and/or financial reporting requirements

  • High level of attention to details and ability to perform detailed analysis

  • Proficiency using excel including tables and pivot tables with large data sets.

  • Ability to apply critical thinking and professional judgment to analyze alternatives and determine compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.

  • Experience working in teams (to include staff, external organizations and/or elected officials) to bring multi-faceted assignments to a successful conclusion.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

At DAS, we are committed to innovation, continuous improvement, outstanding service delivery, and support for each other as professionals and as people. We believe hiring highly skilled, diverse employees is key to cultivating positive results, well-informed outcomes, and value the unique skill set and perspective of all our team members.

Our amazing benefits include:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more

  • Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.

  • Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

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  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.

  • Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position supports a hybrid work schedule. You can expect to work in the office 2 days per month, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met.

How to Apply

  • Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions click apply to work for the state or current state employee.

  • Required Documents: cover letter and resume

  • The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above. Failing to attach required documents may result in disqualification of your application.

  • The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

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  • Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered.

Additional Details

  • This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, Management Service - Exempt, Capital Finance Coordinator (Operations & Policy Analyst 4) position and may be used to fill future vacancies.

  • The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.

  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.

  • Employee will be required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.

  • Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

  • If you need an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process or for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), you may contact the Recruiter, Nancy Karnas at: nancy.karnas@das.oregon.gov | 971-719-3083.

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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.