What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance & Support Services Director - Police position at Town of Barnstable?
The Finance and Support Service Director has primary responsibility for fiscal oversight of the complex $20 Million budget, finance, purchasing, grant, cash accounts and certain other support service and business functions of the Police Department. Responsible for the proper maintenance of certain cash funds and reporting. Works with Chief Procurement Officer and Town Legal on large contractual purposes to ensure compliance with MGL c. 30B and Town Administrative Code. Additionally over sees on a dotted-line basis 27 full-time and 10 part-time civilian employees of the Department and advocates for them so that support services operates in an efficient and effective manner. This position is also responsible for the management of the Volunteers in Policing (VIP) Program; and for coordinating and submitting disaster claims on behalf of the Town of Barnstable. Position is an integral part of the management team and police business process.
Position works under the administrative direction of the Chief of Police. Directly supervises four professional positions of a highly responsible nature.
Routinely is called upon to deal with personnel issues pertaining to both sworn and civilian personnel. Reviews and rewrites job descriptions for all civilian positions for review and grading by Town HR and union. Oversees interviewing and hiring process for all non-sworn positions. Represents police management in disciplinary actions or proceedings of civilian staff. Coordinates the completion of all performance appraisals for non-sworn staff.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration/management, public administration, human resources management, or other related field; more than seven years of progressively responsible experience in management, four of which have been in a supervisory capacity; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in municipal finance is beneficial.
Knowledge, Ability And Skill
Knowledge: Knowledge of Management principals and organizational, human resources and financial principles. Thorough knowledge of the Town’s Administrative Code, c401, article IX, and MGL c.30B, with respect to purchasing. Thorough knowledge of the town’s financial accounting system (Munis) and the police records tracking and time-keeping system. Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations relevant to allowances applicable under Federal/State Forfeiture Trust Fund monies and all grant funding.
Ability: Proven ability to manage, organize, plan and control a multifaceted business unit. Ability to develop and effectively manage a complex operating budget. Ability to conduct cost analyses and prepare comprehensive reports. Ability to evaluate, prioritize and schedule workloads. Ability to deal effectively with a variety of people including personnel; the public and official representatives. Ability to apply creative problem solving. Ability to locate, prepare and administer grants. Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken word. Comfort with numbers and mathematical concepts. Ability to multitask and manage time.
Skills: High level of computer skills, with proficiency in spreadsheets, word-processing, database and other specialized software programs.
Apply online: www.barnstable.gov under Employment
Deadline: April 30, 2026, 4:00 PM
Position works under the administrative direction of the Chief of Police. Directly supervises four professional positions of a highly responsible nature.
Routinely is called upon to deal with personnel issues pertaining to both sworn and civilian personnel. Reviews and rewrites job descriptions for all civilian positions for review and grading by Town HR and union. Oversees interviewing and hiring process for all non-sworn positions. Represents police management in disciplinary actions or proceedings of civilian staff. Coordinates the completion of all performance appraisals for non-sworn staff.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration/management, public administration, human resources management, or other related field; more than seven years of progressively responsible experience in management, four of which have been in a supervisory capacity; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in municipal finance is beneficial.
Knowledge, Ability And Skill
Knowledge: Knowledge of Management principals and organizational, human resources and financial principles. Thorough knowledge of the Town’s Administrative Code, c401, article IX, and MGL c.30B, with respect to purchasing. Thorough knowledge of the town’s financial accounting system (Munis) and the police records tracking and time-keeping system. Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations relevant to allowances applicable under Federal/State Forfeiture Trust Fund monies and all grant funding.
Ability: Proven ability to manage, organize, plan and control a multifaceted business unit. Ability to develop and effectively manage a complex operating budget. Ability to conduct cost analyses and prepare comprehensive reports. Ability to evaluate, prioritize and schedule workloads. Ability to deal effectively with a variety of people including personnel; the public and official representatives. Ability to apply creative problem solving. Ability to locate, prepare and administer grants. Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken word. Comfort with numbers and mathematical concepts. Ability to multitask and manage time.
Skills: High level of computer skills, with proficiency in spreadsheets, word-processing, database and other specialized software programs.
Apply online: www.barnstable.gov under Employment
Deadline: April 30, 2026, 4:00 PM