Deputy Director, (Manager III, Grade M3) - Military Veterans
at Montgomery County Government
WHO WE ARE
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is made up of approximately 1,300 sworn officers and approximately 650 support personnel. The Police Department was established in 1922, and today is responsible for providing service to a County with a population of over one million people.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader for the role of Manager 3, Deputy Director for our Management and Budget Division within the Montgomery County Police Department. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in public sector budgeting, with a proven ability to manage complex budgets that encompass multiple funding sources, including operating, capital, and grant budgets. You will be adept at analyzing financial data to inform decision-making and developing long-term financial strategies that align with the overarching goals of the department and the county.
Your expertise in financial operations should include comprehensive knowledge of operating and capital budgeting, managing grants, overseeing personnel costs, and ensuring the financial integrity of capital projects. A successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership and supervisory skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing teams to achieve their full potential. You should also be skilled at working within a unionized environment, maintaining productive relationships with both union members and leadership.
Beyond technical expertise, we are looking for someone who embodies intellectual curiosity and critical thinking. You should be a proactive problem-solver who is not only capable of making independent judgments but also seeks to understand the root causes of complex issues and develops innovative solutions. Additionally, you should have a customer service mindset, particularly towards the sworn staff, ensuring that all financial and budgetary services provided are efficient, transparent, and supportive of the department's mission.
While the position offers the possibility of a hybrid work schedule, it is expected that the majority of the work week be spent on-site, reflecting the high level of responsibility and the need for close collaboration with department leadership. Weekend or evening hours may be required..
The anticipated salary for this role at hire is: $91,663 - $126,958.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
In this highly responsible role, you will serve as the Deputy Director of the Management and Budget Division, reporting directly to the Division Director and collaborating closely with Executive Management across the Montgomery County Police Department. Your primary responsibilities will include overseeing the department’s comprehensive operating budget, which encompasses grants, personnel costs, and capital projects, ensuring that all financial management aligns with the department's strategic objectives.
You will lead and manage the financial and budgetary management section, supervising both professional and clerical staff. This includes providing direction and support to employees responsible for the operating budget administration, financial management, and contracting and procurement processes. Your role will involve:
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Managing department’s approved operation budget under the broad direction of the Division Chief, coordinating with Bureau Chief’s, Unit Commanders, and the Office of Management and Budget to ensure financial resources are allocated effectively and in line with department priorities.
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Directing the department’s financial functions, ensuring that all financial activities, including expenditures, allocations, and audits, comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
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Developing and managing all grant budgets, ensuring that grant funds are used appropriately and that all reporting requirements are met in a timely manner.
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Planning, assigning, coordinating, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff, ensuring that the team operates efficiently and effectively, and that all budgetary processes are executed with precision and accuracy.
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Coordinating the development of the Police Department operating budget submission, working in tandem with department leadership and the Office of Management and Budget to prepare a budget that reflects the department’s needs and priorities. This includes oversight of the Future Fiscal Impact (FFI) process as well.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in Finance and Budget Management.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
LICENSE: Possess of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence when required for job-related duties.
PREFERRED CRITERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES:
- Experience working within a law enforcement or public safety agency, managing an operating budget, analyzing financial data, overseeing grants, personnel costs, and capital projects.
- Proven experience in supervising staff who are members of a local union, with an understanding of labor relations and collective bargaining agreements.
- Experience developing strategic directions, goals, plans, and policies that drive financial efficiency and effectiveness within a public safety context.
- Demonstrated ability to make independent judgement and solve complex problems in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and monitor Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring that financial and operational goals align with the department’s strategic vision and are measurable, trackable, and actionable.
- Proficient experience with Oracle Financial Systems and its various modules, including but not limited to General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Budgeting; including experience utilizing these tools to streamline financial operations, generate reports, and ensure data accuracy.
- A Master’s Degree in a relevant field, with a CPA designation strongly preferred.
