Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for daily administrative functions, providing input for strategic planning, collaborating on policy development and implementation, and serving a critical role in driving organizational performance of the 22 nd District Agricultural Association (District) which produces the annual San Diego County Fair. The CFO oversees resource allocation and ensures smooth business service operations such as administration, accounting and finance, financial investment, debt management, risk management, contracts and purchasing, strategic information, payroll functions, and human resources.

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO works collaboratively with the Chief Operations Officer and Chief Communications Officer and reports directly to the CEO. The CFO consults with and advises on policies and programs and employee understanding and engagement on business priorities and key initiatives aligned with District’s vision, strategy, and production of the Fair.

The CFO manages various business service contracts including food and beverage, horse racing, and equestrian center operations and serves as District’s project manager for all capital infrastructure investments. Additionally, the CFO identifies risks, resolves issues that may arise, and ensures timely reporting to the CEO or regulatory entities, and may assist in other tasks.

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Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment with artificial light and climate control. While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment, push and pull file drawers, and move bank boxes up to 25 pounds. At times, work activities can involve walking and standing on foot for long periods. Work activities also require the employee to read, write, and speak English at a level required for successful job performance.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The District is looking for a leader who combines strong financial expertise with strategic thinking, confidence, and exceptional interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will bring:

» Strong financial leadership experience, including budgeting, financial analysis, audits, risk management,

contracts, and capital projects.

» A degree in Finance or a related field; a CPA designation is preferred.

» Demonstrated ability to think strategically while staying connected to day-to-day operations.

» The confidence to work independently, make decisions, and provide candid advice to executive leadership.

» Comfort addressing conflict, difficult conversations, and competing perspectives while maintaining

productive relationships.

» Strong business judgment and the ability to evaluate complex issues, identify risk, and develop practical

solutions.

» Experience working effectively with executives, boards, government agencies, legal counsel, vendors, and

community partners.

» Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex financial and operational issues

clearly to a variety of audiences.

» A collaborative leadership style with a demonstrated ability to build, coach, and develop high-performing

teams.

» A high level of integrity, accountability, diplomacy, and sound judgment.

» The ability to balance financial stewardship with the District’s broader mission, community role, and long-term vision.

Benefits

Our Amazing Perks!

There are many benefits to joining our team, we have a Comprehensive Employee's Benefits Package which includes:  Health and wellness benefits (e.g., medical, dental, vision, etc.);  Time off benefits (e.g., paid vacation, sick leave, professional development days, personal holidays, 11-paid holidays per year, etc.);  Financial security benefits (e.g., California Public Employees' Retirement (CalPERS) pension upon retirement, 401(k), life insurance for excluded employees: supervisors / managers, etc.).

Benefit information can be found on the  CalHR website and the  CalPERS website.

Statement of Qualifications

When preparing your Statement of Qualifications, you must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Responses to the Statement of Qualifications must be addressed and numbered in the same order as listed below.

• Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  REQUIRED – Please see the Statement of Qualifications section below on the job advertisement for details and instructions.

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