To Apply

Please email your application (downloadable at lrapa-or.gov), resume, and cover letter to Jobs@lrapa-or.gov

The Position

We’re seeking a knowledgeable, experienced and service driven Finance Manager to lead the Agency’s finance team and serve as a trusted financial advisor to our Executive Director, with direct visibility to the Board of Directors through financial reporting and budget presentations. This is a hands-on leadership role in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your expertise will shape the fiscal health of an agency doing meaningful work for Lane County. If you’re looking for a role where sound financial management directly enables environmental protection and community wellbeing, LRAPA is the place for you.

Experience in a governmental environment is especially valued.

This is more than a finance role — it’s an opportunity to build and steward the financial infrastructure of an organization committed to protecting the air we all breathe.

The Finance Manager plans, organizes, and manages all financial operations of the Agency, including budget development and monitoring, financial reporting, payroll oversight, accounts payable and receivable, financial administration of grants, and internal controls. This position provides highly complex financial analysis and policy recommendations to guide organizational decision-making and directly supervises the Finance Specialist series.

Why Choose LRAPA?

• Mission-driven work: Contribute directly to environmental protection and community wellbeing in Lane County
• Real ownership and impact: Lead the finance function in an agency where your expertise has immediate, visible results
• Direct access: Serve as the primary financial advisor to the Executive Director, with visibility to the Board of Directors through financial reporting and budget presentations
• Collaborative environment: Work closely with a supportive leadership team in an agency that values professional relationships and shared purpose
• Professional development: Opportunities for growth in government finance and the environmental sector
• Comprehensive benefits: Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), deferred compensation 457 plan, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, flexible time off, long-term disability and basic life insurance provided at no cost, and access to mental health and well-being resources
• Flexible work options: Potential for hybrid work arrangements after 6-month trial period
• Meaningful impact: Be part of an organization that has measurably improved air quality in Lane County despite continued population and traffic growth

The Lane Regional Air Protection Agency is the local air quality authority for Lane County, Oregon. Our dedicated staff of 17 work to achieve and maintain clean air across the county, supported by our member entities of Lane County, City of Eugene, City of Springfield, City of Cottage Grove, and City of Oakridge, and guided by our nine-member Board of Directors.

Minimum Qualifications

LRAPA is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you’re interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the job. A typical qualifying combination includes:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field
• Five years of progressively responsible professional accounting and financial management experience, including at least two years of supervisory or lead experience
• Experience in governmental or public sector finance is strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, or a related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) designation

Other Requirements

• Must pass a background check
• Valid Oregon driver’s license at time of appointment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Principles and practices of governmental financial administration, including fund accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Oregon Budget Law and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing public agency finance and accounting
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for governmental entities, GASB standards, and GFOA recommended practices
• Payroll principles and practices, including PERS program administration, federal and state payroll tax requirements, and related compliance obligations
• Grant administration principles and requirements for federal, state, and local grant programs
• Ability to plan, organize, and administer the finance function of a public agency, exercising independent judgment and broad functional coverage
• Ability to develop, prepare, and present financial statements, reports, and analyses to diverse audiences including governing boards and executive management
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, draw sound conclusions, and offer practical recommendations to support organizational decision-making
• Ability to develop, implement, and monitor financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Ability to supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate assigned staff
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, fund accounting software, and automated financial management systems
• Proficiency utilizing Generative AI tools to enhance research, analysis, and communication
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical accounting information into plain language
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, tact, and discretion in handling sensitive, complex, and confidential financial and personnel information
• Commitment to modeling organizational values, maintaining a respectful and inclusive work environment, and building trust with internal and external stakeholders

Compensation

Placement within the range will be based upon the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
• Deferred Compensation 457 plan
• 11 paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
• Bank of hours to be used for sick and vacation time
• 3 personal days annually
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health insurance program (medical, dental, vision)
• Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost
• Basic life insurance provided at no cost
• Mental health and well-being resources
• Training and development for continuous professional development
• LRAPA employees may be eligible for student loan repayment https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the Agency’s offices, located in Springfield, Oregon. May include travel to other agencies or grant sites. Work and training opportunities may require travel within the State of Oregon. Hybrid work may be an option depending on job duties after initial onboarding period.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Lane Regional Air Protection Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

LRAPA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting us at (541) 736-1056.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, LRAPA will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with LRAPA to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States. NOTE: LRAPA does participate in the E-Verify program.