Police Financial Manager

Position Description

The Tacoma Police Department is seeking a manager to be part of the leadership team in the Financial Services Division. The Police Financial Manager will manage a staff of three and will oversee all financial operations to include budgeting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing , grants, financial reporting, auditing, and cash management functions. These activities are supported by SAP business processes. This position is responsible for financial analysis , planning, and financial decision making processes within the Tacoma Police Department .

WHY WORK FOR THE CITY?
The City of Tacoma is nestled along the shores of Commencement Bay in Washington State and offers many community parks, miles of beautiful waterfront, hiking & biking trails, golf courses, museums, and a world-class zoo with an aquarium. Tacoma also serves as a gateway to some of the most magnificent natural wonders in the world, such as Puget Sound, Mount Rainier National Park and the Olympic Peninsula.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision benefits for the whole family; paid holidays and personal time off; participation in Tacoma's Public Employees' Retirement System and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities. For more information on the City of Tacoma's benefit package feel free to explore City of Tacoma Benefits.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

Qualifications

An equivalent combination to: a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public administration or related field and four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the preparation and management of governmental budgets, banking and investment activities of a government entity, or in general governmental accounting including two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.

** Please note: positions assigned to the Tacoma Police Department require an extensive background screening, including, but not limited to, fingerprinting and/or a polygraph test.

Knowledge & Skills

KNOWLEDGE:

Cost and Revenue Analysis

Principles and practices of budget preparation and sound cash management

Techniques, methods, and terminology used in budget analysis and financial reporting

Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment

Strong oral and written communications skills

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

Principles and practices of supervision and training

Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures

City organization, operations, policies, and objectives

SKILLS:

Prepare preliminary and annual budget for Tacoma Police Department

Analyze, review and prepare financial reports and supporting documents

Prepare forecasts, projections, and models related to financial position of Tacoma Police Department

Review and evaluate complex financial information and make appropriate recommendations

Monitor and approve budget expenditures, amendments, and re-appropriations

Read, interpret, apply, and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

Meet schedules and time lines

Work independently with little direction

Plan and organize work

Select, train, supervise, and evaluate personnel

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

To be considered for this career opportunity:
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter describing your experience, training, and expertise as it relates to the responsibilities of this position. Please answer all supplemental questions fully. Applications received without all the requested materials may not progress in the selection process .
Applicants who have the strongest background related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in an interview and work assessment.

Appointment is subject to successful completion of an extensive police background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from Cityoftacoma.org and/or neogov.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend an hour or more entering the required information. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact Human Resources at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 pm on the closing date. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 11/4/2024 12:00 PM Pacific

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