The City of Vancouver has announced the appointment of Katie Schiffley as its new Chief Financial Officer. Schiffley will join the city from Multnomah County Library, where she currently serves as Finance and Facilities Director for Oregon’s largest library system.

Leadership Experience

Schiffley has over a decade of leadership experience in regional and local government finance. She has a proven ability to navigate complex budgeting processes and develop long-range financial plans. Earlier in her career, Schiffley worked in economic development for the New York State Government and served as a volunteer with the U.S. Peace Corps.

Schiffley holds a Master of Public Administration from Syracuse University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from Miami University. As the Chief Financial Officer, she will lead the Department of Finance and Management and oversee a biennial budget of $2.2 billion, including a $481.1 million capital budget.

The CFO is also responsible for a wide range of financial services, including accounting, accounts payable and receivable, and treasury. Schiffley will join the City at the end of July and is looking forward to building relationships across the organization and supporting thoughtful decision-making to ensure the city remains financially sustainable for years to come.

Original reporting: Clark County Today (Vancouver WA) — read the source article.