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Finance Deputy Director - East Bank Development Authority

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Finance Deputy Director - East Bank Development Authority

Salary

$150,000.00 - $180,000.00 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Non Civil Service

Job Number

NCS07819

Department

East Bank Development Authority (EBDA)

Opening Date

05/30/2025

Closing Date

6/22/2025 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

This non-civil service position provides an extraordinary career opportunity for an experienced finance professional who is collaborative, visionary, and a strategic partner. The ideal candidate will bring proven leadership abilities, a broad range of knowledge in the financial functions of local government, and a successful track record of sustainable leadership. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing setting and must possess a passion for public service. They also must promote and inspire a highly ethical organizational structure that fosters employee engagement, innovation, accountability, equity, and professional excellence.

The East Bank Development Authority (EBDA) is a newly created Authority for the implementation and oversight of redevelopment on Nashville’s East Bank. The East Bank is a 550-acre area adjacent to the Cumberland River and situated between the heart of downtown Nashville and the thriving neighborhoods of East Nashville. R unning from River North and the planned Oracle campus south to I- 24 and includ ing 130 acres of Metro-owned land , t oday the area is comprised of mostly asphalt parking lots, industrial and commercial uses, and Nissan Stadium. The EBDA is working daily to implement and install Nashville’s next great neighborhood s . Th is is an exciting opportunity to work on multi scale projects from regional planning efforts to singular utility installations . EBDA is authorized under Chapter 68 of the State of Tennessee Private Acts of 2024, as adopted by BL2024-428 .

Typical Duties

Reporting to the EBDA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Finance Deputy Director will:

+ Lead the daily finance operations of the East Bank Development Authority (EBDA) and confer with Board Members, the Mayor, and department heads on financial matters related to the Authority.

+ Assist the CEO with establishing the operating budget and prepare the budget for request to the EBDA Board and Metro Council.

+ Assist the C EO/COO with establishing capital budget proposals.

+ Oversee and maintain the financial model for EBDA and coordinate with other EBDA staff on model maintenance.

+ Prepare or direct preparation of finance and accounting reports, while providing regular financial updates to the Board through presentations and reports.

+ Provide financial data and advice for decision makers on complex matters related to the development of the East Bank.

+ Formulate the financial policies of the EBDA and direct the work of staff.

+ Develop and maintain organizational procedures, rules, and regulations and make recommendations for improvement.

+ Engage in and directs various specialized phases of financial and accounting administration.

+ Serve as a liaison between EBDA and all Metropolitan departments on financial related matters, facilitating the process as needed.

+ Participate and engage staff in on-going strategic financial and organizational initiatives, such as asset management, financial sustainability, and employee skills development.

+ Review procurement contracts to ascertain funding limitations and allotment of funds to various phases of the project.

+ Lead the procurement process for EBDA and provide assistance on complex contract environments.

+ Coordinate with Metro Finance to prepare the annual audit per the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between Metro and EBDA.

+ Manage and maintain the capital project management financial systems and assist staff, vendors, and others on the software and related business processes.

+ Manage and develop employees to include but not limited to providing direct instruction, completing evaluations, approving leave requests, and counseling employees on performance or discipline.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in financial administration , includi ng at least two (2) years of supervisor y or management experience.

*A resume must be uploaded with your application.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Ex perience having served in a senior finance leadership role in a complex organization.

+ Knowledge of principles, practices, rules, regulations, and laws related to governmental accounting, budgeting, auditing, purchasing, investments, collections, and real property acquisition and disposal.

+ Knowledge and applied experience with budgeting and financial models related to economic development and infrastructure related projects

+ Familiarity with CPMS/Oracle Primavera preferred or related project management system.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

+ No diploma

+ High School Diploma or equivalent

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Doctoral Degree

02

How many years of progressively responsible experience in financial administration do you have?

+ No experience

+ 1 - 4 years

+ 5 - 9 years

+ 10 - 14 years

+ 15 or more years

03

How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

+ No experience

+ 1 year

+ 2 - 4 years

+ 5 or more years

04

Please list all project management systems you have experience with.

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What is your level of knowledge of principles, practices, rules, regulations, and laws related to governmental accounting, budgeting, auditing, purchasing, investments, collections, and real property acquisition and disposal?

+ No knowledge

+ Beginner

+ Intermediate

+ Advanced

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What is your level of knowledge and applied experience with budgeting and financial models related to economic development and infrastructure related projects?

+ No knowledge/applied experience

+ Beginner

+ Intermediate

+ Advanced

Required Question

Employer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx

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