Job Board

Douglas County is seeking an effective leader with considerable initiative, team-oriented, professional judgement and exceptional interpersonal and planning skills. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a senior leader responsible for strategic financial planning and oversight. This position reports to the County Manager and plays a vital role in guiding financial policy, budget development, audits, and long-term fiscal planning for the county.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides strategic oversight of the County’s internal control framework, ensuring policies, procedures, and financial practices are designed and operating effectively to safeguard public assets, promote transparency, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Plays a strategic role in partnering with the Chief Operating Officer and County manager to recommends long-range funding and service strategies to the County Commission and County Manager.
• Lead in the development and execution of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
• Ensure compliance with federal/state audit standards and financial reporting requirements.
• Oversee County’s operating and capital improvement budgets, including projections and monitoring.
• Plans, directs and coordinates the issuance of debt instruments to include municipal bonds, capital and operating leases; ensures effective management of capital projects and compliance with debt covenants, continuing disclosure obligations, requirements of various funding sources, and State and Federal regulations and requirements regarding the issuance of debt.
• Supervise all personnel in the finance department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, public administration, or related field. (Equivalent education/experience combinations will be considered.) Minimum of 6 years in government finance, budgeting, auditing, and internal controls.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• No state income tax.
• County-paid Nevada PERS
• Employee deferred compensation plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Generous Health Insurance benefits package.
• Stable, friendly/family environment. Fosters internal talent with training/educational programs and encourages career advancement.
• Work in a supportive, professional, and community-focused environment.
• Strong core values based on: Integrity, Accountability, Customer Service, Leadership, Communication, Teamwork and Respect.

ABOUT DOUGLAS COUNTY:

Population: ~53,000 (seasonal peak 65,000 due to its proximity to Reno, Carson City, and northern California)

Major towns: Minden (county seat), Gardnerville, and Historic Genoa

Industries: Tourism, gaming, manufacturing, research, public services, agriculture

Lifestyle: Rural charm with metropolitan amenities nearby

The Area and Activities: An excellent environment for cultural, recreational, and outdoor activities, including snow and water skiing, hunting, horseback riding, hiking, camping, soaring and other similar outdoor activities, as well as breathtaking scenic wonders, such as Lake Tahoe.