CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 9230

Annual Salary

$179,025 to $261,751

NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

Job Overview

A Chief Financial Officer plans and directs department financial affairs; formulates long- and short-range fiscal management programs; develops financial resources for capital improvement projects; may direct a department's accounting, treasury management, financial assessment and risk management activities; applies sound management and supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work group; and fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; and
• Two years of full-time paid professional experience as a Financial Manager or in a class at least at that level managing or assisting in the managing of financial activities of a department or organization with a budget of at least $100 million annually.

Process Notes

How to Apply

Applications will only be accepted online. When you are viewing the online job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. Online job bulletins are also available at https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / lacity .

Application Deadline

Applications must be received by THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 .

Examination

The examination will consist entirely of an interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated : Judgment and Decision Making; Analytical Ability; Technology Application; Supervision; Teamwork; Shares Knowledge and Information; Leadership; Awareness of the City Environment; Vision; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Interview Schedule

Candidates will be notified by e‑mail of the date, time, and location of the interviews, which may be held in Los Angeles or on‑line. It is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026 to FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026 .

Notes

Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

For additional information and FAQs regarding the City’s hiring process, please go to : https : / / per.lacity.org / faqs / employment-testing-process.html

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