What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Finance position at MARIN COUNTY, CA?
Assistant Director of Finance
Full Time
Accounting and Finance
Clerical and Administrative Support
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This position is open until filled. Applicants are asked to apply immediately as this position may close once a viable pool of highly qualified applicants is achieved. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit a comprehensive resume and cover letter for optimal consideration. Submit requested material to: apply@ralphandersen.com. Initial screening by the Search Firm will be ongoing throughout February 2025.
Resumes will be screened according to the criteria outlined in this brochure. Ralph Andersen & Associates will conduct preliminary interviews only with candidates with the most relevant qualifications. Candidates deemed most qualified will be referred to the Director of Finance for further consideration.
Selected candidates will be invited to participate in Round #1 (video) interview with an Interview Panel during March. For those advancing further, Round #2 will include follow-up (in-person) interviews with the Director of Finance and other members of the County’s leadership team. Ideally, the start date for the Assistant Director of Finance will be in April or May 2025 to allow for a well-planned and smooth transition with the outgoing incumbent based on an August retirement date.
For further information, contact the Project Director, Ms. Heather Renschler, at (916) 630-4900 or heather@ralphandersen.com. Interested candidates may also schedule a preliminary discussion by emailing scheduling@ralphandersen.com . For more information, please visit the position posting at RalphAndersen.com
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109.) Employment at the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee 1, employee family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
County of Marin
The County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
Salary : $172,536 - $209,643
