Chief Financial Officer (Finance Director)

Jefferson County PUD No. 1 is a community-owned utility serving residents and businesses in East Jefferson County on the Olympic Peninsula. After a public vote in 2008, the utility acquired an investor-owned utility’s electrical assets in 2010 and began serving approximately 20,000 electric customers in 2013. The PUD also operates multiple small water systems for around 5,000 customers, large onsite septic systems, and a county-owned sewer treatment plant. Additionally, the PUD is building a Gigabit broadband system, including fiber to the home, to meet the county’s connectivity needs. Located in Port Townsend, the service territory offers a temperate climate, abundant shoreline, and proximity to Olympic National Park and the Salish Sea.

About the role

The Chief Financial Officer (Finance Director) serves as the organization’s senior financial executive and strategic advisor, responsible for all financial activities, including reporting, planning, accounting, and treasury practices. This role ensures alignment with applicable regulations and the PUD’s mission and objectives. The CFO oversees and directs the Finance Department, including treasury, budgeting, audit, tax, accounting, payroll, purchasing, real estate, long-range forecasting, reserves, borrowing, loan covenants, and risk management.

Why join us

As an integral member of the executive leadership team, you will help shape the future of a growing, community-owned utility. This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful financial and organizational initiatives that directly benefit the communities served. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life on Washington’s beautiful Olympic Peninsula.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible finance or accounting experience.
• Leadership experience managing finance professionals.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and leadership skills.
• CPA or other professional certification.
• Experience in utility, public sector, or other regulated industries.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $184,400 to $267,400 annually, with a midpoint of $225,900. The anticipated hiring range is between the minimum and the midpoint, depending on qualifications and experience. Placement above the midpoint may be considered for exceptional qualifications, internal equity, or other job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Insurance: 100% employer-paid coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Retirement: Washington State PERS (Plan 2 or Plan 3) and a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with a 50% employer match on employee contributions, up to 4%.
• HRA VEBA: Employee contribution of $75/month with a $100/month employer contribution.
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of PTO annually for new employees, with increased accrual based on years of service.
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays annually (increasing with longevity).
• Insurance: Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance ($50,000) and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,500 annually.

Residency

The successful candidate must establish residence within Jefferson, Kitsap, or Clallam County within six (6) months of hire.