The qualifications for the position of the City Treasurer shall be as follows:
(A) Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, and one to three years’ experience in accounting; or
(B) High school diploma and two years of college course work with emphasis on accounting and finance and five years of experience in accounting or finance; or
(B) Some combination of education, training, and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:
(1) Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures. Knowledge of government finance;
(2) Knowledge of governmental accounting and related systems and procedures;
(3) Ability to work with investment/credit rating agencies such as Standard and Poor’s, Moody’s, or Fitch;
(4) Ability to apply financial policies and procedures to varied accounting transactions. Ability to accurately perform arithmetic calculations. Ability to operate computers and peripheral equipment;
(5) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with financial institutions, investment advisors and representatives, fiscal employees and other agencies;
(6) Ability to learn and apply various computer software applications and other computer functions associated with the Administration Department;
(7) Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing in English.
(Ord. 2020-17, passed 6-22-2020)