Deputy Director of Financial Services
Here’s what you can expect to do:
This position will serve as the operations manager for the department, working to improve delivery of core financial services, and support OFS staff recruitment, development, and retention.
The supervision of 20 FTEs responsible for accounting, ERP finance system management, and citywide grants management.
In the Director’s absence, the Deputy Director represents the department in meetings with City staff, Council Members, and external partners.
Other key responsibilities include supporting the annual financial reporting and audit process, overseeing the departmental budget and month-end close activities, managing electronic payment processes, and assisting with implementation of the department’s strategic plan.
For more information and essential functions, see our job description.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits (Download PDF reader), including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
A bachelor's degree and seven years of experience managing financial programs or systems. Four years of the required experience must include supervising employees, conducting assessments of complex organizational issues, planning organizational strategies, or leading complex projects.
NOTE: A master’s degree can substitute for two years of experience.
A combination of education and experience to equal eleven (11) years or more can be used to qualify for the position.
How to Apply
Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
A resume
