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Job Description
ABOUT THE POSITION
THE OPPORTUNITY
The City of Downey, California provides a talented finance professional with the opportunity to lead a critical Department of a City with a strong history of stability and municipal success. Downey's rich cultural significance is sourced from its healthy commercial districts and vibrant neighborhoods. Citizens and staff are proud to call Downey home.
THE POSITION
The position will oversee a staff of 16. The Finance Department provides management of Downey's financial operations in accordance with established fiscal policies, ranging from payroll, accounting, budgeting, purchasing, business license and utility billing, and various contracts. The position develops and implements financial strategies for the City, including budgeting and capital planning, preparation of the City's annual financial report(s), long-range financial forecasting, debt and revenue management, asset liability management, and cash and investment management. The staff in Downey have a history of clean audits and maintaining strong reserves at 35%.
The City is looking for an approachable, communicative, and collaborative leader willing to engage and innovate with department directors throughout the agency. The Finance Director is a strategic partner to the City Manager, City Council, and staff. Downey is excited to have a self-starter join the team with a fresh perspective and proactive style. If you are a take-charge, own the books, type of person, who enjoys leading and working with a dedicated team, Downey is a place for you to thrive.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Apply immediately as this recruitment will close once a suitably strong pool of candidates has been established. Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive résumé and compelling cover letter below.
This recruitment will be handled with strict confidentiality. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established. To view the complete job bulletin or to apply for this position please visit Mosaic Public Partner's website HERE .
Confidential inquiries are welcomed to:
Julie Baca | julie@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 550-4100
Bryan Noblett | bryan@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 550-4100Closing Date/Time: -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Downey
Show moreABOUT THE CITY
The City of Downey, population 113,000, in an area of 12.5 square miles is situated 12 miles southeast of the Los Angeles Civic Center, five miles from Orange County, and about 10 miles from the beautiful Pacific coastline. Conveniently located near several major freeways, the City is an ideal home base from which to take advantage of the business resources and hundreds of cultural and recreational activities in Southern California. Downey offers a wide range of housing opportunities.
All parks and many recreation facilities are operated by the City. Almost 100 acres are devoted to 11 area parks, including fishing lakes at Wilderness Park, the Independence Park Tennis Center, and fitness courses at Furman and Apollo parks. For golf enthusiasts, there is the 18-hole Rio Hondo Golf Course or the Los Amigos Golf Course run by the County of Los Angeles.
Our Mission Statement
Continuously improve the quality of life for which the City of Downey is known by providing the best possible service to residents, businesses and staff in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner.
Our Values
Collaboration - working across disciplines, industries and leadership levels to achieve a common purpose
Credibility - earning the trust and reliance of others through consistent, accurate service and performance
Excellence - operating with conscientious, professional standards of service
Integrity - adhering to strong ethical values
Passion - an enthusiastic, proactive commitment to public service
Respect - courtesy and esteem in the fair treatment of all individuals
CITY GOVERNMENT
The City of Downey is a Charter city operating under the Council-Manager form of municipal government. The City Council is the legislative and policy-making body for the City. Council Members are elected at-large for four-year, overlapping terms of office.
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