As an award-winning, vibrant, and growing community, the City of Richmond’s Department of Finance is seeking a Director of Revenue Administration. This position is responsible for administering the roles of the Commissioner of the Revenue and the Treasurer as they relate to local taxes, providing tax-related services, protecting the confidentiality of taxpayer information, and addressing questions and resolving issues related to local tax matters. The incumbent will ensure compliance with the City’s and the Virginia Code of Ordinances’ assessment and collection requirements. Additionally, this role will have the opportunity to develop new policies and revise existing ones, modernizing processes and procedures to create a data- and technology-driven organization. The Director of Revenue Administration reports directly to the Senior Director of Finance and is a key member of the City’s Executive Leadership Team. The Director of Revenue Administration team consists of a staff of approximately 75 (including the Director). The City of Richmond, with a population of approximately 230,000, is supported by a FY 2025 budget of $2.9 billion and more than 4,000 full-time employees (FTEs). To learn more, go to: www.rva.gov.

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in finance, accounting, or a related field. A Master’s or other advanced degree is a significant plus.

Experience: The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of increasingly responsible related experience that includes a minimum of 6 years management and supervisory experience.

Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications and career history, presented through their submittal of a comprehensive package of information outlining career highlights and notable achievements.
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the Department) may be used to meet the minimum requirements of the classification.

The starting salary will be market competitive, depending on experience and qualifications. (DOQ). The Director will also receive an excellent benefits package.

Candidates should apply by November 7, 2025. Interested candidates should email a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and 6 professional references to apply@ralphandersen.com. If you have any questions or wish to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Robert Burg at (916) 630-4900. Detailed brochure available at www.ralphandersen.com.