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DEPUTY DIRECTOR (SEWERS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER)

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR (SEWERS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER)

Salary

$111,091.44 - $161,815.89 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Classified

Job Number

25-02252

Department

Metropolitan Sewer District

Opening Date

12/15/2025

Closing Date

1/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

The Department of Sewers (Metropolitan Sewer District) operates and maintains more than 3,000 miles of public sewers and interceptors, 100 pump stations, 9 wastewater treatment plants, 9 wet weather facilities, and hundreds of acres of green infrastructure. The District employs over 660 FTEs, has an annual operating budget of over $240 million, and a 5-year Capital Improvement Program totaling over $500 million. The capital budget is funded through bonds, low-interest loans through the Ohio Water Development Authority, and cash. While the District has been utilizing outside professionals for some of its financial matters, there is a dire need for more internal management of financial processes and controls and alignment of budgets with strategic initiatives and goals. The new FTE will fill this gap in executive leadership to reduce financial risk and improve overall organizational performance.

Duties for the Deputy Director – Business & Enterprise Services include:

1. Financial Management

• Directs the preparation, administration, and monitoring of the Utility’s operating and capital budgets.

• Oversees financial planning, rate development, debt management, and investment activities.

• Ensures compliance with applicable financial laws, regulations, policies, and reporting requirements; updates internal policies and controls as necessary.

• Conducts or coordinates audits of the departments’ accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and statutes.

• Monitors financial activities and details, such as cash flow and reserve levels, to ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met.

• Develops and maintains relationships with the City’s Financial Department, Hamilton County, and any other external agencies that affects the financial work of the department.

• Provides accurate and timely financial reports and analysis to support decision-making by the Executive Director and Board of County Commissioners.

• Oversees purchasing and the purchasing process.

2. Strategic Planning and Organizational Performance

• Leads the development and implementation of the Utility’s strategic plan.

• Establishes performance measures and monitoring systems to track organizational progress.

• Advises the Executive Director on emerging risks, opportunities, and industry trends.

3. Technology Infrastructure and Administrative Systems: Oversees the implementation and maintenance of technology infrastructure and systems necessary for smooth administrative operations. Collaborates with ETS to ensure technology solutions align.

4. Leadership and Administration

• Provides leadership and supervision to assigned divisions.

• Fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Serves as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director and collaborates with peers to ensure coordinated organizational leadership.

• Represents the Utility with external stakeholders, including regulators, governmental agencies, and community partners.

There will be no examination for this position. This is an unclassified position. Applications that meet the Required Education and Experience qualification will be forwarded to the hiring manager for consideration. The priority application period will end onDecember 21, 2025.Interviews and hiring may occur at any time after that date. This announcement will remain open until the position is filled or untilJanuary 4, 2026. Please review the "Required Education and Experience" section for additional information.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive, municipal finance program.

Principles and practices of program development and administration.

Methods and techniques of statistical data collection and analysis.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Principles and procedures of financial reporting.

Principles and procedures of management systems and reporting.

Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

City human resources policies and procedures.

Principles and procedures for developing goals, objectives, and management plans.

Skill to:

Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software.

Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty.

Ability to:

Implement and maintain positive employee relations.

Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel.

Analyze and manage effective EEO/AA programs.

Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures, and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.

Analyze data and information; draw conclusions; propose responsive actions.

Identify and respond to sensitive organizational issues, concerns and needs.

Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.

Delegate authority and responsibility.

Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Maintain confidentiality of certain City information.

Work with diverse groups from the public, business, industry, and various local government agencies to evaluate methods for solving problems and improving service.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Required Education and Experience

Each applicant must have five (5) years of responsible experience in finance or a closely related field in a public sector, with three (3) years of administrative and supervisory experience. Additionally, each applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in finance, public administration, business administration, economics, or a related field. A Master's Degree in a related field is preferred. CPA license desired.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a valid Driver's License.

Must be an excellent communicator and team builder.

HR CONTACT: [email protected]

Working and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Office environment: exposure to computer screens; some travel within the City required.

Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity; may be required to operate assigned vehicle.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

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