CITY TREASURER

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DUTIES SUMMARY / DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Duties outlined in City of Huntington Beach Charter Article III, Section 311.
Responsible for the receipt, custody and investment of all public funds under the control of the city.
Note: This is a three-quarter time position. Salary range reflects 1560 hours/year.Receives on behalf of the city all taxes, assessments, license fees and other revenue from whatever source, and all monies collected for the use of the city or coming into the hands of any officer of the city. The Treasurer is responsible for the safekeeping of funds in his custody and shall enter into any contract with a depository, which in his judgment is to the public advantage. Pays out monies only upon proper orders or warrants in the manner provided for in the charter. Prepares and submits to the Director of Finance monthly written reports of all receipts, disbursements and fund balances, and shall file copies of such reports with the City Administrator and City Council. The Treasurer, by City Council authority, shall assume full responsibility for the investment of surplus money in the treasury and shall make a monthly report of such transaction to the legislative body. The law imposes upon the Treasurer the obligation to maintain all special assessment records and to receive and disburse all funds as trustee for the bondholders. Responsible for the appropriate distribution of all payroll and warrant checks. Requires extensive analysis of future cash requirements and forecasting investments to meet these requirements. Analyzes and evaluates appropriate investment ventures for city funds, consistent with applicable law. Provides detailed reports on the status of investments. Performs economic research and studies rates of return, working capital and investments as well as other related duties as assigned.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.As outlined in Article III, Section 311 of the City Charter, to become and remain eligible for City Treasurer, the person elected or appointed shall have a minimum of five years of financial and/or treasury experience, and have either:
A Master's Degree in accounting, finance, business, or public administration; or
A Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business, or public administration with certification by the California Municipal Treasurer's Association, or their successor, within three years of election or appointment.
License/Certification : Valid California Driver LicenseWork involves detailed concentration for long periods of time in a modified office environment and sitting for extended periods. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr