The City of Rawlins is pleased to announce the hiring of Laura Malone as the new Finance Director. Malone brings more than a decade of experience in financial leadership. She began this Monday, November 3, 2025.
Interim City Manager Matt Hall said “We are excited to welcome Laura as the City’s Finance Director. She brings diverse knowledge and experience to this important role, helping the City responsibly and transparently manage public resources. Laura is a strong addition who will help our leadership team move forward with confidence. Please join me in extending a warm welcome to Laura as she begins this important role.”
Malone has served as a Financial Director since 2014, most recently with Cheyenne–Laramie County Public Health. She has overseen federal grants, ensured alignment with local government accounting standards, managed the full budgeting process, and led budget development. She also brings experience in policy development, grant writing and management, and information technology. Malone is completing her Master of Accounting from the University of Wyoming this year. Malone and her husband Dan have moved to Rawlins. They enjoy cooking, baking, hiking, computer gaming, hanging out with their dog, Cassie, and watching the Chiefs game.
“I am excited to join the team in the City of Rawlins. I am committed to helping my new home realize its full financial potential through transparent accounting practices,” Malone said. “Clear financial information empowers intelligent decision-making and helps ensure everyone involved can move forward with confidence. I look forward to getting to know the team and the community.”
For more information, please contact Mira Miller, City of Rawlins Community Relations/PIO at 307-328-4500 ext. 1022. Interested in receiving news from the City? Sign up for news via email or text at www.rawlinswy.gov/notifyme under “City of Rawlins News.”
