Finance Director

The City seeks a seasoned leader in the field of finance with a mastery of municipal accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, debt services, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Expertise in principles, practices, and strategies of financial administration, including both operating and capital budgets. We desire an innovative and energetic professional with a proven ability to engage staff, foster a positive culture, and align departmental practices with organizational policy, the strategic plan and industry best standards. Ability to translate complex financial information clearly for both technical and nontechnical audiences and collaborate with varied stakeholders, including government officials and the public.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive and collaborative communicator who values transparency and inclusion at every level of the organization. This individual will excel at setting clear expectations, providing guidance and support to ensure individual and team success and holding staff accountable in a constructive and equitable manner. A key attribute of this leader will be the ability to thoughtfully assess existing systems and policies before implementing change, ensuring decisions are deliberate, well-informed, and strategically sound.

Candidates should embody the City’s organizational values of compassion, fairness, innovation, sustainability, responsiveness, integrity, respect, collaboration, and honesty. Strong customer service will remain central to this role, as the Director is expected to lead efforts that build trust and foster effective communication with residents, businesses, employees, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will demonstrate a track record of driving innovation, encouraging cross-departmental collaboration, and supporting the creation of policies and services that are both fair and impactful.

The Director will also serve as a key member of the City Management Team, working closely with colleagues to strengthen organizational effectiveness. The chosen leader should be approachable, open to varied perspectives, and committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment within the department and with external partners. A commitment to mentorship, staff development, and inspiring excellence across the organization is highly valued.