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Chief Administrative and Financial Officer Reports to: The Mayor Job Summary:
Department:
Finance Under the direction of the Mayor, the Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) supports the operations of the City. The position includes oversight of all City departments and coordination of special projects and interdepartmental initiatives. The CAFO performs a variety of management duties involving budgeting, collective bargaining, and purchasing, and is responsible for the implementation of all policies set by the Mayor. The CAFO provides professional advice to the Mayor, City Council, and a variety of officials, departments, boards and committees concerning the development, implementation and administration of the policies, goals, regulations, and statutory requirements related to the administration and operation of the City. Supervisory Responsibilities:
? Supervision Scope:
The CAFO works in accordance with the Massachusetts General Laws. The CAFO performs highly responsible work of a complex nature requiring the exercise of considerable judgment, initiative, and attention to detail. ? Supervision Given:
The CAFO supervises all financial department heads and other administrative staff under the direction of the Mayor. Duties/Responsibilities:
? Facilitates the financial and administrative operations of the City in accordance with City Ordinances, City Charter, and all state and federal laws: serves as a liaison between the Mayor and finance department heads, keeping the Mayor apprised of departmental activities; provides oversight of professional contractors and consultants as needed; assists departments with resolution of issues requiring the attention of the Mayor; monitors and evaluates progress of departments towards the goals and objectives of the Administration. ? Implements and maintains uniform systems, controls, and procedures for all financial activities in all departments, including the school department, boards, commissions, agencies or other units of City government the operations of which have a financial impact upon the general fund and enterprise funds of the City, and including, but not limited to, maintaining all financial and accounting data and records. ? Attends all meetings of the City Council Finance Subcommittee; briefs the Council on pending agenda items and other City issues; responds to inquiries and provides Council The City of Holyoke is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, family status, gender, genetic information, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. Members with information on the status of City operations and projects; provides analysis as needed to assist the Mayor and Council to make informed policy decisions. ? Performs financial and managerial analyses for the Mayor and City Council, as required by the Mayor pertaining to City operations and programs; evaluates data and makes recommendations based on findings; prepares financial reports and projections; and makes necessary presentations to the Mayor and, as needed, to the City Council and other interested parties. ? Assists the Mayor and City Council with strategic and long-range planning for the City:
participates in appropriate planning efforts at the local and regional level; keeps the Mayor apprised of developments at the state and federal level that impact the City; monitors pending legislation for impact on the City; oversees compliance with new legislation. ? Develops the annual operating and capital budgets: prepares annual budget document in coordination with the Comptroller; reviews departmental budget requests Active Filters Chief Administrative and Financi... Holyoke, MA Clear All Apply
