KAREN CHANG SERVES AS SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO FINANCE DIRECTOR

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This week will be a Parade of Champions for TBC as we catch our breath and get caught up on exciting placement news. Leading the parade is Karen Chang who was selected to be the City of South San Francisco’s new Finance Director. Karen started her new role in June after serving as Assistant Finance Director in the City of San Leandro.

Karen is a seasoned finance pro with experience in both the public and private sectors. She started her career in the private sector working for Vodafone and Shea Homes before moving into city government. In addition to her experience in San Leandro and now South San Francisco, her local government service includes moving up the finance ranks in the Cities of Pittsburg and Pleasanton.

Karen earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from San Francisco State University and is a Certified Public Accountant. In her current position, she oversees a team of 15 and the city’s combined operating and CIP budgets of over $423 million.

Lead recruiter:  Suzanne Mason