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Police Financial Manager
City of Tacoma
Tacoma Police Department
Location
Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764
Salary
$63.11 - $88.86
per hour
Type
Closes
February 7, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a small team to handle all the money matters for the Tacoma Police Department, such as creating budgets, managing payroll and purchases, tracking grants, and preparing financial reports.
It's a key leadership role that requires making smart financial decisions to support police operations.
A good fit would be someone with strong experience in government finance who enjoys public service and leading others.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public administration, or a related field
- Four years of increasingly responsible experience in governmental budgeting, banking, investments, or general governmental accounting
- Two years of supervisory experience
- Knowledge of cost and revenue analysis
- Understanding of budget preparation principles and cash management practices
- Ability to pass an extensive background screening, including fingerprinting and/or polygraph test
Full Job Description
The Tacoma Police Department is seeking a talented Financial Manager to be part of the leadership team in the Financial Services Division.
The Police Financial Manager will lead a staff of three and will oversee all financial operations to include budgeting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, procurement, grants reporting, financial reporting, auditing, personnel organization management, 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.
If you are a strategic financial leader with a passion for public service and a track record of success in financial management, we encourage you to apply.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.
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.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Hourly: $63.11 - $88.86Annual Salary: $131,268.80 - $184,828.80
Requirements
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.
** 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.
Qualifications
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 bi-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 timelines
Work independently with little direction
Plan and organize work
Select, train, supervise, and evaluate personnel
Additional 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 tacoma.gov 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.
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