Finance and Administrative Services Director job in Pullman

Perform complex management and technical duties as the City’s Chief Financial Officer, with responsibility for maintaining fiscal stability and safeguarding the assets of the City.

Under the direction of the Mayor and City Administrator, oversees the Finance and Administrative Department, which consists of Finance, Information Systems, Human Resources and City Clerk; assist in the direction and coordination of operations of the City government in accordance with professional and administrative standards, municipal ordinances, and general policy established by the City Administrator and City Council; assist with policy making and team building; perform the duties of the City Administrator in his/her absence. Provides financial advice to the Mayor, City Administrator and City Council, to include the development of a financial forecast; supervises assigned personnel, delegates responsibility and appropriate authority to staff; and assures that activities are in compliance with state and federal regulations and City policies and procedures. Serves as Risk Manager and Auditing Officer. Administers the City’s loss control program, determines type and level of insurance coverage, and assists in the resolution or settlement of insurance claims against the city. Audits the city’s expenditures to assure compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements. Member of the City’s Executive Management Team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination equivalent to: bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public or business administration and five (5) years experience working in a local government agency including at least three (3) years in a highly responsible (department director, assistant City Administrator/Manager, or similar), supervisory or management position. Masters degree in related field preferred. Significant breadth of knowledge within local government is required. The ideal candidate is innovative and creative with outstanding communication skills; demonstrated leadership abilities and strong customer service skills, and/or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Experience with state audits preferred.

To be considered for this position, candidates are required to submit a completed City of Pullman on-line application at http://www.pullman-wa.gov including a cover letter, and résumé.

FIRST APPLICATIN REVIEW: FEBRUARY 26, 2021.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED