CITY OF SUGAR LAND, TX (approx. pop. 111,000)
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (ACM/CFO)

Calling all visionaries! The City of Sugar Land, an award-winning beacon of excellence, is looking for a trailblazing Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer to drive operational excellence and innovation by partnering with the City Manager to lead and oversee the administration of several diverse City departments. The City seeks motivated, talented candidates excited about joining a vibrant, empowering culture that encourages creativity, growth, and innovation.

Located only 20 miles southwest of downtown Houston, Sugar Land is a full-service municipality providing police and fire protection, water/wastewater utilities, solid waste collection, curbside recycling, a regional airport, parks and recreation, public works, planning/zoning, and other services. In Sugar Land, governance thrives under the Council-Manager model, epitomizing a dynamic synergy between leadership and community. The City has a robust team of 917 Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) spanning over 24 departments and offices. Stewarding a $569 million fiscal year 2025 budget, the City prides itself on delivering an extensive array of municipal services with unparalleled efficiency and dedication.

The ACM/CFO will report directly to the City Manager and will develop forward-thinking policies and procedures that enhance service delivery and efficiency; empower and support staff through visionary leadership; foster collaboration; and drive transformative results that align with the City’s mission and values The ideal candidate will be proficient in performance management and passionate about leveraging technology and data to drive innovation. Departments assigned to the ACM/CFO will be those primarily related to the City’s financial resiliency and long-term sustainability. They may include Budget, Finance, Economic Development, Redevelopment, and Strategic & Government Affairs, which includes Data & Innovation.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university, and at least ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in city management, a major municipal department, or private sector executive management. A Master’s degree is preferred. Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License.

The City of Sugar Land is committed to professional growth and values experience and expertise. The successful candidate will be rewarded with a highly competitive salary and an excellent executive benefits package that considers the candidate’s qualifications and track record of career success. Texas does not have a state-level income tax. The first review of resumes will occur on April 7, 2025; the position is open until filled.

To be considered for this challenging yet rewarding career opportunity, visit www.srnsearch.com to view a detailed description of the position and to apply. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to S. Renée Narloch, President, S. Renée Narloch & Associates, at info@srnsearch.com or (850) 391-0000. Under Texas Open Records laws, applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure. The City of Sugar Land is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.