Treasurer

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under direction, administers, collects and maintains custody of all monies belonging to the Park District. Performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Supervises the issuance and payment of tax anticipation warrants, notes and obligations of the Park District.
• Maintains the custody of all securities belonging to the Park District.
• Manages the corporate debt, the planning and supervision of the issuance and redemption of corporate obligations.
• Approves with regard to sufficiency of surety all indemnifying bonds required to be given by any person to the Park District to insure the performance or carrying out a contract entered into by the Park District or the observance and performance of an ordinance of the Park District, or of any obligation, and performance of any ordinance the Park District, or of any obligation, promise or undertaking.
• Establishes standards for the approval of indemnifying bonds similar to, but not limited to, sure which are holders of certificates of authority issued by the Secretary of the Treasury of the United Stated of America as acceptable sureties on federal bonds licensed to do business in the State of Illinois.
• Exercises general supervision over all Park District employees who are responsible for receipt, collection or disbursement of any funds or monies in order to insure compliance with the aforesaid regulations and procedures and with the provisions of this code concerning the receipt, collection or disbursement of any funds or money whatsoever.
• Supervises the issuance, sale and redemption of bonds, notes and other securities of the Park District, together with contracts involving the purchase or sale of such bonds, notes other securities and over the payment of interest.
• Collects all license fees, fees for permits, compensation for franchises and all other payments of money to the Park District.
• Furnish and file with the Comptroller a daily statement of all monies collected daily showing from whom and on what account they shall have been received and the disposition thereof.
• Countersigns all warrants issued in anticipation of taxes and all other securities issued by the Park District and shall be responsible for the issuance, sale and custody of such notes and securities.
• Before signing any cash warrant submitted, investigates any purchase requisition, contract, cash receipt, document or record entry pertaining to the financial record of the Park District in order to satisfy him/herself of the correctness and the validity of such case warrant.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field supplemented by a minimum of 7-10 years of applicable experience. Experience as a Treasurer preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of finance, investments and the disbursement of revenue. Thorough knowledge of computerized financial system, word processing, graphics and spreadsheet applications. Comprehensive financial analysis skills. Thorough understanding of short-term, fixed income investment vehicles. Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills. Excellent problem-solving skills. Supervisory and administrative skills. Ability to work with all levels of Chicago Park District management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

General work area is indoors, in a smoke-free environment, with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting. Perform tasks that involve use of hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching, walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting. This position requires continuous sitting at a desk. Performs lifting tasks up to 25 pounds.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job duties are to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

BENEFITS:

As a full-time Chicago Park District employee, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• 13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days in first year of employment).
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
• 4 paid personal days per year.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility).
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees'
• Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
• Optional pre-tax programs – Transit
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Free Admission to most Chicago museums.

Rate of Pay: $164,881.45/ annually

FLSA: Exempt Senior Executive Service EEO: Officials & Administrators