NEW ORLEANS - The City Council is currently accepting applications for a highly qualified, responsible and professional individual to fill the unclassified position of Council Fiscal Officer. This individual will assist the Council in its role as the budgeting authority of municipal government in Orleans Parish, and will work closely with the central staff, Council Budget Chair and Budget Committee members and staff, as well as Executive Branch budget and financial officials.

The position will remain open until filled, but interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit application packages as soon as possible. Those interested in applying should send a cover letter, detailed resume, three professional references, and one work sample to the City Council Chief of Staff by mail to 1E06 City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street, New Orleans, LA  70112, or by email to Paul.Harang@nola.gov.

Necessary minimum qualifications for the position include:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in social science, economics, mathematics, finance, accounting, or other related field AND five years of responsible administrative experience in budget preparation, statistical analysis, accounting, auditing, or a closely related financial/fiscal activity; OR 

• A Master's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field from an accredited college or university AND three years of responsible professional administrative experience in budget preparation, statistical analysis, accounting, auditing, or a closely related financial/fiscal activity.

For additional information or to apply, please visit council.nola.gov/jobs/fiscal-officer.

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Media Contact:

Paul Harang

Chief of Staff

(504) 250-6837

Paul.Harang@nola.gov