Deputy Treasurer

Applications are being accepted from both AFSCME Union members and the public. AFSCME Members must apply within the first 14 days of this posting to be considered as an in-house candidate. Any applications received after the first 14 days will be considered with applications from the public.

Applications from the public will be considered only after all in-house union obligations have been met.

All applications will be screened to ensure they meet all the minimum requirements. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an oral interview. To be placed on the eligible list, candidates must achieve a score of 70% or better on the oral interview.

This posting is subject to close after 14 days.

This position reports directly to the Deputy Director of Fiscal Services/City Treasurer and oversees the work of Treasury Clerks.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

• Associate’s degree with concentration in public administration, finance, accounting or business administration or equivalent experience in the finance field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of experience in finance or treasury office, public sector preferred.
• One year of supervisory experience, preferred.

• Michigan Certified Professional Treasurer (MiCPT) administered by the Michigan Municipal Treasurers Association (MMTA), preferred. If not in possession at the time of hire, must obtain within 4 (four) years of appointment to the position and maintain certification during employment.

• Knowledge of municipal treasury operations, including cash management, revenue collection, banking activities, and financial reporting.
• Skill in supervising, training, and coaching staff to achieve departmental goals and maintain high performance standards.
• Ability to accurately process and reconcile financial transactions while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of real and personal property tax laws and tax collections, City Income Tax ordinances, and accounting principles.
• Effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
• Strong ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to learn department-related software and hardware systems, including BS&A.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Demonstrated experience handling, reconciling, and maintaining accountability for large sums of money.

This work is sedentary and requires little exertion of force; work is performed primarily in an office environment with no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a quiet location (e.g. library, private office).

• Frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force.
• Continuous use of a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment.
• Must be able to perform gross manipulation tasks and engage in continuous keyboarding for data entry, financial analysis, report preparation, and other administrative functions.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms while handling documents, and related materials. Fine manipulation, such as operating calculator, handling paperwork, and using office technology is required on an occasional basis.
• Occasional standing and walking.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through written communication.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception sufficient to perform essential job functions.