Job Description
The hiring salary for this position is $83,224.00-$104,030.00/Annually
The deadline to submit applications is Friday, December 6th, 2024. Initial review of submitted applications will commence on Monday, December 9, 2024. Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine a qualified pool of applicants exists, this position may be closed without notice.
This is an on-site only position.
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT
The Financial Supervisor within the Aurora Police Department performs a variety of analytical and administrative functions in support of the departments financial policies and controls, cost studies, organizational best practices, and the department's payroll systems. The Financial Supervisor reports directly to the Manager of Police Business Services and acts as the manager in their absence.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Gathers, organizes, and analyzes data for ongoing and special projects.
Develops information and considers available solutions or alternate methods of proceeding.
Performs analysis and forecasting on departmental revenues and expenditures
Assists the Manager of Police Business Services in budget development and monitoring.
Supervises department payroll, accounts payable, and purchasing staff
Guide decisions regarding payroll functions
Prepares and reviews various technical and financial reports.
May conduct operational effectiveness reviews to ensure Bureau-used systems are applied and functioning as designed.
Performs cost studies.
Assists users of the personnel and scheduling systems and updates system data.
Assists the Manager of Police Business services in developing or updating Bureau operating procedures.
Assists in hiring, training, evaluating and disciplining of assigned staff
Assists the Manager of Police Business Services in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for department/division
Performs additional duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or related analytical field.
Experience:
Preferred:
Master's Degree preferred
Municipal and/or law enforcement experience preferred
Experience as a lead worker or supervisor
Knowledge:
The principles and practices of analytical methods and techniques; process evaluation; project management; personal computers and related word processing, spreadsheet, database; and presentation software applications.
The principles and practices of finance and budgeting, methods and techniques of research and statistical and quantitative analysis applicable to financial analysis, budgeting, and financial planning
Skills:
Strong interpersonal, analytical, verbal, written communication, and managerial skills.
Advanced skill in the use of the computer including spreadsheet design, database management, word processing, and presentation software applications.
Strong skills in reviewing work products of others for accuracy and completeness and providing training/guidance as necessary for correction of any errors
Advanced skills in use of Microsoft products, especially Excel
Abilities to:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, citizens, and elected officials.
Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Establish and fulfill goals and objectives.
Develop, and present complex financial and operating analyses.
Work independently and in groups to complete assignments.
Plan and coordinate work priorities of self and others
Supervise, provide training and manage work and staff assignments to meet deadlines in a positive, constructive manner
Licenses and Certifications Required:
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Personnel:
Physical Demands:
Sedentary physical work that involves moving no more than 10 pounds at a time
Occasional Standing/Walking- Occurs up to 31 minutes to 2.5 hours per shift
Occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing
Hand/eye coordination for operation of personal computer
Vision for reading and preparing written reports and documents
Frequent speech communication, hearing, and listening to maintain communications with employees and citizens
Work Environment:
Equipment Used:
Frequently uses computer keyboard and telephone, fax machines, copiers and microfilm equipment.
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
