Weld County Government is recruiting for a Treasurer.

The Treasurer is responsible for the collection, distribution, enforcement, and reporting of property taxes and the management of the public trustee functions in compliance with Colorado Statutes. Serves as a banker and investment officer for all County funds, serves as the Chair of the Weld County Retirement Board, and assists with the administration of the County pension plan. The Treasurer is responsible for leading, coaching and being a role model to staff. The Treasurer is an appointed position at Weld County as set forth in the County Home Rule Charter.

$145,314.03 - $184,028.68 annually, plus benefits (see benefits tab on the job posting).

As an applicant for this position, you should be aware of Senate Bill 19-085, the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The act requires employers to announce the pay range for job openings. This range encompasses the nine pay steps available should you receive the position and demonstrate satisfactory performance over time.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class).

Provides leadership and recommendations to the CFO with setting strategic direction of the Treasurer’s Division of the Finance Department to achieve the County’s goals and to implement the work plan of the Finance Department.

Operational Planning and Management: Develops and strengthens the structure and systems required for the effective and efficient management of the property tax and public trustee functions.

• Oversees daily work of the division including, but not limited to: collecting and distributing property taxes; administering abatements, refunds and redemptions; collecting miscellaneous revenue; making bank deposits; releasing deeds of trust; overseeing foreclosures; enforcing personal property taxes; managing the annual tax lien sale; coordinating the annual transfer of certified property tax records; and evaluating accuracy of annual tax roll.
• Develops and makes recommendations for policies and procedures and enforces existing policies and procedures to ensure proper internal controls and efficient processes that emphasize data and procedural integrity, security, compliance, and appropriate financial management.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with community members, County staff, vendors, and other stakeholders in order to discuss and resolve issues/concerns, exchange information, and recommend changes to improve services.
• Keeps abreast of changes in legislation and changes in regulatory requirements and serves as lead in communications and initiatives resulting from changes.

Cash and Investment Planning and Management: Manages the County’s cash, investments, and other financial duties.

• In partnership with the Controller, performs all cash management and banking services for the County
• In partnership with the CFO, invests all County funds in accordance with the County’s investment policy and assists in the administration of the County’s retirement plan.
• Other financial duties including, but not limited to: coordinating monthly balancing and reporting of property tax collections and distributions; preparing monthly budget reports and quarterly investment reports; assisting with the annual audit; preparing and monitoring the budget for the division; and leading the County’s investment committee.

Human Resource Management

• Recruits and hires, coaches, mentors, and develops staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities
• Determines daily and long-term priorities for the team and develops work plans and procedures, fostering a collaborative environment within the team and with other teams across the county
• Ensures treasurer and public trustee staff/functions are cross-trained and empowers staff to continually take on more responsibility
• Models performance and behavioral expectations. Maintains consistent, timely, transparent, and effective communication via division meetings, one-on-one meetings, email, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Provides technical guidance and expertise to staff and supports the team, as needed, to accomplish results.

Other

• Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the County.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field from an accredited college or university.

Required Work Experience:

• Five (5) years of financial and investing experience including Three (3) years of experience in financial leadership and management.

Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

• Experience leading, supervising, and motivating a team.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong customer service skills including the ability to listen effectively to customers’ needs and inquiries and make appropriate recommendations to resolve any issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) and communicate complex data in understandable terms to internal and external customers, staff, top management, public groups, and County Commissioners.
• High degree of honesty and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience working for a complex public sector/government organization.
• Experience in county treasury and public trustee functions.
• Experience in public pensions.
• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to prepare clear and concise reports.