Amy Stephensen leaves NDVS to advance as new State Budget Director in Governor’s Office

On July 20, 2022, Amy Stephenson officially became the new Director for the Governor’s Finance Office leaving her position as the Deputy Director of Healthcare Services for the Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS). She replaces Susan Brown who recently retired.   

“I’m proud to have Amy Stephenson joining our budget team,” said Governor Steve Sisolak. “She has vast knowledge of our state agencies and has been a leader across so many different roles.” 

“Amy has not only been a highly skilled, extremely valuable member of our team, but she is a kind and caring person who has served as advisor and friend to so many at NDVS, including me,” said Fred Wagar, NDVS Director. “She will be greatly missed, but this is wonderful opportunity for her, and this promotion is well deserved.”   

At NDVS, Amy oversaw the two State Veterans Homes which provide 24-hour skilled nursing care and oversaw all NDVS healthcare and suicide prevention programs. She has a strong track record of successfully managing and building teams, directing budget planning initiatives, and improving business processes. She has served the State of Nevada for more than two decades with roles with the Department of Motor Vehicles, Department of Health & Human Services, Department of Public Safety, Department of Wildlife, and the Department of Veterans Services. 

Amy is a U.S. Navy veteran, with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a master’s degree in business administration.