The City of Tamarac is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Director of Financial Services to lead its financial operations and serve as a key advisor to executive leadership. This role partners closely with the City Manager and Executive Team to shape policy, drive innovation, and advance organizational excellence. With a planned transition to Chief Financial Officer, this position offers the opportunity to provide strategic financial leadership at an executive level, and applicants will be assessed based on their readiness to assume this role.At the City of Tamarac, we believe that a career in public service is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community we serve. Guided by our core values of Teamwork, Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, and Integrity, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive workplace where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired to contribute their talents.
As part of our team, you’ll help shape a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking community – working alongside colleagues who share a passion for service and a commitment to excellence. Join us in building a better Tamarac, where your work matters and your contributions create a lasting impact.
The Director of Financial Services plans, directs, manages, and oversees the operations, activities, and personnel of all functional areas of the Financial Services Department. Performs complex professional activities ensuring compliant preparation, monitoring, and allocation of the city budget. Work involves approving and ensuring fiduciary controls and policy decisions protect the city’s assets and resources and mitigate potential risk and providing direct oversight of the annual financial report and budget and procurement.
Position is primarily focused on directing, coaching, developing, and evaluating other people. Position requires extensive depth of expertise and knowledge in specialized functions or business areas that can be used to develop policies and procedures as well as determining efficient and innovative ways to accomplish the organization’s business strategies. Reports to the City Manager.
The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Staff may also perform other duties as assigned.
Directs, provides guidance to, and reviews the work of supervisory and non-supervisory personnel to accomplish operational plans and results.
Plans and oversees business area workflows and time utilization of staff; assigns and communicates daily activities and deadlines to staff.
Assesses, plans, and implements best practice standards and assures compliance with all regulatory and funding agencies; compiles and submits a variety of complex data, analyses, and reports.
Controls, reviews, and updates all financial policies and procedures of the city government; enacts and/or approves fiscal policy decisions pertaining but not limited to, treasury, investments, personnel actions, travel, debt, and billing, controls for contracts and financial obligations, and approves either directly or indirectly, all payments and accepts all revenues.
Directs the annual budget preparation and the comprehensive/overall implementation and monitoring of the approved budget; plans, organizes, and supervise activities including but not limited to, operational analyses, general accounting, capital assets, treasury management and investments, utilities and customer service accounting, revenue billing and collection, debt management, and purchasing and materials management.
Directs the forecasting and programming of revenues, expenditures, capital requirements, debt service, and other financial programs.
Authorizes the preparation and approves the submission of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and plans and oversees the annual city audit; assures complete and accurate records, schedules, and analyses; administers the laws and regulations of all agencies.
Administers the investment of city funds; collects, receives, and maintains custody of funds; manages and/or establishes and maintains relationships with bank representatives and investment brokers.
Plans and executes programs of debt financing or refinancing; manages the selection of financial advisors and underwriters and oversees the administration of related contracts.
Specifies purchasing and inventory policies and procedures and supervises routine and frequent audits of departments that handle cash and maintain accounting transactions.
Directs the selection, implementation, and evaluation of the city's financial information systems.
Provides advice regarding the operation and financial performance of the city's pension system; serves as a member of the Pension Board.
Provides direct assistance to the City Manager as required on all matters related to the effective operation of municipal government and reports all matters of concern and/or problems that may require the attention of the City Manager or City Commission.
Prepares, receives, interprets, and presents on a variety of complex documents and reports, including but not limited to, policies, drafts of ordinances and resolutions, budgets, proposals, bond issues, and financial statements, and federal, state, and local codes, laws, and statutes.
Adheres to all city and public health and safety guidelines and protocols; performs job functions in a safe manner and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures.
Maintains quality communication and interaction with all city personnel, representatives from external organizations, and the public to maintain good will toward the city and to project a positive city image.
Demonstrates behaviors that support the City’s Vision and Values.
Maintains on-call work availability as assigned, to prepare for, respond to, or recover from a hurricane, tropical weather event, or other emergency to meet the city’s obligation to remain operational before, during, and after the event; duties assigned may or may not be typical of the job and are contingent upon the needs of the city and the residents because of the event.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures and meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems.
Assesses and monitors workload; identifies opportunities for improvement and implements changes.
Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with staff to correct deficiencies; implements discipline procedures per established policies, procedures, and executive guidance.
Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the departmental budget; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
Pay and Bargaining Status
This is an exempt position pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act based on the executive and administrative exemptions and is paid by salary, issued bi-weekly. This position is excluded from the collective bargaining agreements between the City of Tamarac and the Federation of Public Employees and between the City of Tamarac and the Local 3080, Metro-Broward Professional Fire Fighters, IAFF.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or public administration required; supplemented by ten (10) years of progressively responsible and broad experience in governmental finance and reporting, including five (5) years in a supervisory and/or senior management role; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience.
Required Certifications and Licenses
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver License and the ability to drive a city owned vehicle per established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
National Incident Management System (NIMS) training will be required (and sponsored) according to job duties and responsibilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in business or public administration and six (6) years of experience in governmental financial management and reporting; designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Association of Government Accountants (AGA) or, Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) or,
Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO), Florida Government Financial Officers Association (FGFOA)
NOTE: Job description, minimum qualifications, and the standards required to perform the essential functions are detailed in the official job description. The City of Tamarac is a drug-free workplace. Recommended candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to appointment, as appropriate. An eligible veteran or spouse of veteran shall receive preference in the selection process as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran’s preference, a candidate MUST submit a copy of a DD-214, Certificate of Discharge, or Statement of Eligibility with their application.
FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: APRIL 20, 2026. Subject to closing at that time, or when sufficient number of applications are received.
