Richmond, VA – The City of Richmond has announced the appointment of Tanikia Jackson as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO) for Finance and Administration. Ms. Jackson brings over two decades of experience in government finance, operations, and strategic planning within municipal public sectors in the Southeast.
Previously, Ms. Jackson served as Deputy Chief of Staff for the City of Atlanta, overseeing budget, procurement, and infrastructure operations. She also held the position of Deputy Chief Financial Officer for Chattanooga, TN. Her career includes leadership roles in DeKalb County as Deputy Director of Budget and Augusta-Richmond County as Deputy Administrator.
In her new role, Ms. Jackson will oversee internal and external administrative operations. Her responsibilities will include Budget and Strategic Planning, Citizen Service and Response, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, General Services, and Procurement.
“Ms. Jackson has a proven track record of best-in-class municipal finance and administrative leadership,” said Odie Donald, Chief Administrative Officer. “She brings a wealth of experience from some of the Southeast’s most dynamic cities and county and leads with heart and purpose exemplified by her military service.”
“I am honored to join the City of Richmond,” said Jackson. “I look forward to working alongside the City’s leadership to strengthen our finance and administration functions.”
“I’m thrilled to welcome with Ms. Jackson to Richmond,” said Mayor Danny Avula. “Her leadership will be key to strengthening the foundation of a thriving Richmond.”
During her time in Atlanta, the city achieved its highest-ever credit rating from Fitch. Ms. Jackson managed a $34 million executive office budget among other initiatives including supporting the launch of Atlanta’s Nightlife Office.
Ms. Jackson began her public service in the U.S. Air Force with six years on active duty including global deployments and an assignment in Washington D.C. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems from DeVry University.
Ms. Jackson will start her role with the City of Richmond on Monday, August 11th.
