What does CMTW mean in CIVIC & MUNICIPAL

To qualify for this certification, individuals must have at least five years of municipal finance experience, have an academic degree or coursework related to local governments, pass a written examination administered by the Wisconsin Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), and adhere to ethical standards established by GFOA.

Certified Municipal Treasurers of Wisconsin must maintain their certification every two years by completing additional hours of continuing education, which will be pre-approved by GFOA.

Some common positions in which holding the CMTW designation is preferred include city treasurer, controller for a municipality, senior financial analyst in municipal government, director of financial services for a municipality, and various other positions involving day-to-day operations within local government finance departments.

Candidates should review all application materials provided on the GFOA website prior to starting an application and consulting with any colleagues or contacts who may have information about preparing to be eligible for this designation. Additionally, they must agree to the ethical standards expected by GFOA before submitting an application package.

Certification staffs up individuals' resumes or portfolios for new job opportunities and promotions within their current municipalities or with other municipalities throughout Wisconsin. It also leads to wider recognition from peers, demonstrates excellence in their fields of work within local governments, and ultimately provides increased confidence in one's capabilities among local government entities challenged with financing difficult projects on tight budgets.