Finance Manager

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is desirable.

Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in public agency accounting and finance administration, including five (5) years of directly related experience in the investment of public funds and public debt financing, and three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.

Completion of advanced educational training in accounting and finance administration and public investing, and designation such as CPA, CFP, or similar is highly desirable.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of a valid California motor vehicle driver's license and a good driving record consistent with requirements established by the District.

Other Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the United States under appropriate federal regulations.
• Completion of a medical examination administered by a licensed medical doctor, selected and paid by the District, to determine physical fitness for the job.
• Successful completion of background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.
• Affirmation of designation as Disaster Service Worker and fulfillment of duties as applicable.

BENEFITS: The starting salary will be commensurate with the experience, qualifications, and skills of the successful candidate and within the range of $160,104 - $194,604 annually, $13,342 - $16,217 monthly. 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off. The Novato Sanitary District offers a competitive benefits package, including choices among plan options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and CalPERS long-term care insurance.

Health Benefits

The District currently pays 100% of the premiums for employees and eligible dependents:

• Selection of health care plans through CalPERS, up to the cost of the CalPERS
• Kaiser North Plan
• Dental care plan from Delta Dental
• Vision care plan from VSP
• $50,000 term life insurance policy
• Long-term disability insurance

Leave Benefits

• Paid Vacation Leave—80 hours per year, accrued monthly, which may be used after six (6) months of continuous service. Accrual rate increases after three (3) years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave—96 hours per year, accrued monthly
• 11 paid holidays per year, plus two (2) floating holidays after a year of service.
• Compensatory Time Off (Nonexempt Employees)—Nonexempt employees may elect up to 80 hours of compensatory time off per year as compensation for overtime.
• Administrative Leave (Exempt Employees)—80 hours per year, accrued monthly.

Retirement

CalPERS membership:

• “Classic” (pre-2013)—2% @ 60, 36-month formula
• New or “PEPRA” (1/1/2013 and after)—2% @ 62, 36-month formula
• Retirement Health Savings Account (HSA) —District contributes 1.5% of base salary
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• 401(a) plan—District contributes 2.5% of base salary if employee elects to contribute.
• 457(b) and Roth 457(b) plans

SELECTION PROCESS: Each candidate’s background will be evaluated based on the information submitted. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the next phase of the recruitment process, which may include an oral panel interview and/or written or practical exercises. Only the names of the most qualified candidates who pass the initial selection process will be submitted to the District for consideration for final selection.

HOW TO APPLY: To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/novato-sanitary-district

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED. The first review of applications will be on Monday, May 12, 2025. Apply early for first consideration.

Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate. The Novato Sanitary District is not responsible for the failure of internet forms. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process or additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Rachel Hundley, Novato Sanitary District Administrative Services Manager/General Counsel, jobs@novatosan.com or (415) 892-1694.

Novato Sanitary District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, age, or sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by law.

Recruitment Services Provided by Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC.