City of Portland - Principal Financial Officer, Police Department

Start Date: March 11, 2024 | End Date: June 28, 2024
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Finance

PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER, POLICE DEPARTMENT – Portland Police Department - The Portland Police Department is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Principal Financial Officer. This position manages the $17.5 million operating budget for the police department and emergency communications. This position is responsible for developing and administering the expenditure and revenue budgets.  Duties include supervision of administrative staff, grant budget administration and reporting, managing department purchases, accounts payable and receivable, cash handling practices, enforcement of City financial policies, and oversight of department payroll.  This individual reports to the Chief of Police. 

Requirements:  Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in Accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience, training and education. Knowledge of the budgeting and financial management, basic accounting principles of a municipality and federally funded programs and experience with a law enforcement agency and related bargaining units is a plus. Proven experience developing budgets, experience in governmental purchasing and bidding processes, financial management of grants administration, excellent communication, presentation, reporting, customer service and computer skills. Munis experience is preferred. Working with the city payroll systems is an integral part of this busy position. 

Non-Union position – Grade C43 - The starting salary range is $72,079 to $83,563.00 annually depending on skills and experience, and the full salary range is up to $91,316. The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and mission-driven work environment.  

Accepting Applications until the position is filled.

To APPLY, click here:  https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=224&sreq=2&form=1000&desc=PRINCIPAL%20FINANCIAL%20OFFICER%20-%20POLICE%20DEPARTMENT 

City Benefits

Permanent employees receive a generous benefits package that includes paid holidays; employee health insurance; sick and vacation leave; optional life, dental, vision and income protection insurances; choice of retirement plans; and tuition reduction program with the University of Southern Maine and Thomas College.   Part-time employees may receive a pro-rated benefits package which may include some, but not all, of the benefits listed above.

The City of Portland is strongly committed to diversity in its workforce.

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

For questions contact Human Resources by email at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or 207-874-8624. 

City Job Opportunities Website:  www.portlandmaine.gov/Jobs