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title: 'City Treasurer at The City of Fort Worth'
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# City Treasurer at The City of Fort Worth

- **Company:** The City of Fort Worth
- **Posted:** 2026-09-04
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/cityoffortworth/jobs/7986653003?gh_jid=7986653003

## Job description

Pay Range: $160,000- $190,000 annual compensation

Job Posting Closing on: Friday, October 2, 2026 📅

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm; Some evening/weekend work required.

Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities. [Find out More!](https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:3f6b9b73-d609-40b3-bfbd-8acf8d7dcae7)

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of nearly 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability.  🌆

An Assistant Finance Director / City Treasurer position is available with the City of Fort Worth’s Financial Management Services Department.

The City of Fort Worth is a nationally recognized city of growth, strength, and opportunity, maintaining prudent financial management, strong liquidity, and high-grade credit ratings (GO/WSS) that support over $1.1 billion in General Fund operations and a $3.09 billion citywide budget. As the 10th largest and one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., Fort Worth thrives with a diverse economy fueled by healthcare, manufacturing, utilities, tourism, transportation, and energy. The Assistant Finance Director / City Treasurer serves as a key member of the City’s financial leadership team and will play a leading role in the City’s debt management and capital financing program. The position oversees a complex financial environment that includes an approximately $2.5 billion investment portfolio, debt issuance and portfolio management, credit rating strategy, and significant ongoing capital investment to support Fort Worth’s continued growth. The successful candidate should bring strong debt management experience and the ability to develop financing strategies, manage debt portfolios, and work effectively with rating agencies, financial advisors, underwriters, investors, and other capital-market participants.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, economics, accounting, or a closely related field
- Six (6) years responsible experience in finance or a closely related field
- Four (4) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility
- Valid Texas Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

- Significant experience in public-sector or municipal debt management, including debt issuance, debt portfolio administration, capital financing, and long-term debt planning
- Experience developing financing strategies and managing complex debt transactions, with demonstrated knowledge of municipal capital markets, credit ratings, and relationships with financial advisors, underwriters, investors, and other market participants
- Experience in treasury functions, including cash management and investments, with demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing teams and communicating effectively with council members, executive leadership, governing bodies, and credit rating agencies
- Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) preferred, or commitment to obtain within two years

The Assistant Finance Director / City Treasurer job responsibilities include:

- Lead the City’s comprehensive debt management program, including debt issuance planning and execution, debt portfolio administration, refunding and restructuring opportunities, continuing disclosure and post-issuance considerations, and long-term capital financing strategies
- Develop and recommend financing strategies that support the City’s extensive capital program while balancing affordability, debt capacity, financial flexibility, market conditions, and long-term financial sustainability
- Lead the City’s credit rating and capital-market strategy and maintain effective relationships with rating agencies, investors, financial advisors, bond counsel, underwriters, banking partners, and other market participants
- Provide strategic oversight of the City’s approximately $2.5 billion investment portfolio and citywide liquidity, including investment strategy, policy compliance, risk management, cash-flow forecasting, performance, and preservation of public funds
- Oversee banking relationships, merchant card activities, payroll operations serving more than 7,000 employees, and other critical treasury services while promoting strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and financial governance
- Lead modernization initiatives involving debt and treasury systems, banking technology, cybersecurity protections, process improvement, data and reporting capabilities, and operational resilience
- Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the Chief Financial Officer, City Manager’s Office, City Council, and executive leadership on debt structure, capital financing, credit ratings, investments, liquidity, and other significant financial matters
- Provide strategic leadership, staff development, succession planning, and performance management across assigned financial operations, including developing organizational capacity and technical expertise in debt management and treasury functions

Working Conditions and Physical Demand

Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work – Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.  Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.  Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Apply Now! Come be part of something special in Fort Worth. 🌟 Conditions of Employment

The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor.

The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.

## About The City of Fort Worth

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: The City of Fort Worth is the municipal government serving the 13th-largest city in the United States, providing public services, infrastructure, and administration for over 1 million residents.
- **Entity Type**: Government (Public Sector / Municipal Government)
- **Headquarters**: Fort Worth, Texas, USA
- **Founded**: 1873 (city incorporated)
- **Founders**: N/A (municipal government established by Texas state charter)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Municipal government / Public administration
- Target customers: Residents, businesses, and visitors of Fort Worth, Texas (population ~1M+)
- Mission or purpose: To provide efficient, equitable, and innovative public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents and businesses in Fort Worth.

## Products & Services
- **Public Safety**: Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services
- **Infrastructure & Transportation**: Roads, bridges, traffic management, public transit coordination, and water/wastewater systems
- **Water & Environmental Services**: Water treatment, distribution, environmental compliance, and consumer health services
- **Parks & Recreation**: Parks, community centers, trails, and recreational programming
- **Development Services**: Permitting, inspections, code compliance, and planning
- **Human Resources**: Talent acquisition, benefits administration, employee wellness, and organizational development
- **Information Technology**: Municipal IT systems, cybersecurity, and digital services for residents
- **Municipal Court & Legal**: Law enforcement prosecution, code enforcement, and city legal representation
- **Aviation**: Management of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport and other municipal airfields
- **Public Events**: Management of major events including FIFA World Cup 2026 matches

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (government entity)
- **Annual Budget**: Approximately $1.6–$1.8 billion (FY2026)
- **Key Metric**: Employs approximately 7,000+ full-time employees
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: N/A (publicly funded through taxes, fees, and grants)
- **Growth Signals**: Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing major cities in the U.S., with population growth driving expansion of city services, infrastructure projects, and workforce needs. The city is preparing to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, a major catalyst for infrastructure and economic development.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Stability**: Government employment offers long-term job security, defined-benefit pension (TMRS), and predictable career progression
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Full medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, 457 deferred compensation plan, and generous paid time off (9 scheduled + 2 personal holidays per year)
- **Tuition Reimbursement**: Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and partnerships with accredited institutions
- **Employee Wellness**: On-site health centers, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 6 free counseling visits, and wellness programs through Ramp Health
- **Career Pathways**: Structured career ladders across dozens of departments (Water, Police, Fire, IT, HR, Finance, Transportation, etc.)
- **Diverse Roles**: Wide variety of positions from administrative to engineering, law enforcement to IT, making it possible to change careers without changing employers

## Strategic Focus
- **Modernization**: Ongoing investment in IT systems, digital services, and data-driven decision-making
- **Infrastructure Growth**: Major capital projects to support rapid population growth, including water systems, transportation, and public safety facilities
- **World Cup 2026 Preparation**: Significant focus on hosting FIFA World Cup matches, driving investments in transportation, public safety, and event management
- **Workforce Development**: Emphasis on recruitment, retention, and employee development through the HR department’s strategic initiatives
- **Equity & Inclusion**: Programs aimed at equitable service delivery and workforce diversity

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Work**: Directly serve and impact a growing major U.S. city and its residents
- **Competitive Compensation**: Minimum entry pay of $18.00/hour for all regular employees; structured salary schedules with regular step increases
- **Comprehensive Benefits Package**: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 457 deferred comp, wellness programs, and on-site health centers
- **Work-Life Balance**: 11 paid holidays per year, generous leave policies (sick, vacation, FMLA), and flexible schedules in many roles
- **Career Growth**: Tuition reimbursement, educational partnerships with local universities, and structured career pathways across multiple departments
- **Diverse Opportunities**: Roles ranging from engineering and IT to law enforcement, finance, water systems, and public administration
- **Stability**: Public sector employment with pension benefits (TMRS) and low turnover compared to private sector
- **Location**: Fort Worth offers a lower cost of living compared to other major Texas cities, with a vibrant cultural scene, strong economy, and no state income tax
- **Award-Winning Workplace**: Designated a "Best Place for Working Parents" (2026 award)

## Sources
1. [fortworthtexas.gov - Job Board](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/job-board)
2. [fortworthtexas.gov - Careers Page](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/careers)
3. [fortworthtexas.gov - Human Resources](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr)
4. [fortworthtexas.gov - Employee Benefits](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/employees/benefits)
5. [fortworthtexas.gov - FY2026 Salary Schedule](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/hr/documents/admin/fy2026_salary_schedule_final_10.03.2025_web.pdf)

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