Description
The City of Berkeley is hiring a Deputy Director of Finance! Reporting to the Director of Finance, the incumbent will lead and shape department-wide services which will include treasury and accounting to risk management and pension administration, etc.
See full job specification here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/104826
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field and six (6) years of professional experience in accounting or financial management, of which at least two (2) years included the supervision of professional level staff. Related experience in a public agency and/or a masters degree in accounting or business administration is highly desirable.
Other requirements: Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on March 16, 2026 and must include a completed application and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.
Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.
EXAM PROCESS
The exam process will include, but may not be limited to:
Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents (qualifying experience will be calculated based on the application filing period close date)
- Review of Supplemental Questionnaire
- Oral Board Exam
Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.