The chief financial officer leads the Department of Finance and Management and oversees a biennial budget of $2.2 billion, including a $481.1 million capital budget

VANCOUVER – After a national search, the city has selected Katie Shifley to serve as its next chief financial officer. She will join Vancouver from Multnomah County Library, where she currently serves as finance and facilities director for Oregon’s largest library system.

“Katie brings more than a decade of leadership experience in regional and local government finance,” said City Manager Lon Pluckhahn. “She has a proven ability to navigate complex budgeting processes, develop long-range financial forecasts, and provide clear strategic guidance to executive leadership, ensuring that our financial strategies remain aligned with the community’s priorities, and we are fortunate to have her join our team.”

Her prior experience includes serving as finance manager for Metro supporting the Oregon Convention Center, Portland’5 Centers for the Arts, and Expo Center, and as a principal financial analyst in the city of Portland Budget Office. Earlier in her career, Shifley worked in economic development for the New York State government and served as a volunteer with the U.S. Peace Corps. 

“I am thrilled to join the city of Vancouver and contribute to an organization that is committed to serving its community and helping it thrive,” said Shifley. “I look forward to building relationships across the organization, supporting thoughtful decision-making, and helping ensure the city remains financially sustainable for years to come.”

Shifley holds a Master of Public Administration from Syracuse University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from Miami University.

The chief financial officer leads the Department of Finance and Management and oversees 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/Receivable, and Treasury. The CFO is also responsible for debt management, long-range planning, strategic financial planning, and planning complex financial projects.

Shifley will join the city at the end of July.

Information provided by the city of Vancouver.