Jefferson County News Hub

The Spirit of Jefferson

Jefferson County Faces Challenges in Hiring New CFO Amid Salary Prospects

Commission struggling in new county CFO hiring search

The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024

By Erik Anderson

The Spirit of Jefferson reports that Jefferson County government is struggling to find a qualified chief financial officer to avoid past budgeting errors. County Administrator Edwina Benites mentioned during a commission meeting that despite a competitive salary range of $80,000 to over $120,000, attracting applicants has been challenging, with only a handful of responses after reaching out to approximately 200 potential candidates. Benites expressed concern over the difficulty in filling the position.

Read the full article here

Report an issue with this article

Read next

Local Women Unite for Meals on Wheels Dessert Cookbook

Local Women Unite for Meals on Wheels Dessert Cookbook

Local women contribute dessert recipes for Meals on Wheels The Journal | Monday, December 23, 2024 By By Lyn Widmyer Charles Town, WV In a delightful effort to support Meals on Wheels, fourteen local women from the area have contributed dessert recipes for a new cookbook titled “A Sweet Tribute to

Local Police Log Highlights Incidents in Martinsburg Area

Police Logs for Dec. 23 The Journal | Monday, December 23, 2024 By Staff On December 20 and 21, the Martinsburg City Police and Jefferson County Law Enforcement responded to a series of incidents including vehicle accidents, shoplifting, and disturbances in local neighborhoods such as Foxcroft Ave and N. Queen St.

Local Support Groups Address Alzheimer’s, Addiction, and Grief

Support Groups for Dec. 23 The Journal | Monday, December 23, 2024 By Staff The Journal reports on various support groups and resources available for individuals and caregivers dealing with Alzheimer’s disease, addiction, and grief in the area, specifically noting meetings in places like Ranson, Hagerstown, and Martinsburg. Programs are