What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Budget Coordinator position at City of Hickory, NC?
Description
For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.
Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at www.hickorync.gov/employment or www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.
Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.
All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer functional prework screen and a drug screen. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check.
This position performs administrative and accounting functions in the coordination of the department budget, the logistical management of all department acquisitions, and inventory and facility management. This position also performs a variety of administrative functions.
Major Duties
- Provides service to internal and external customers.
- Plans, coordinates, and monitors the department budget; prepares budget transfers and budget amendments; prepares invoices; prepares information sheets and submits for City Council agendas.
- Purchases, receives, enters requisitions, distributes purchase orders, and delivers department supplies.
- Plans, coordinates, and monitors upkeep of all police department facilities including building maintenance.
- Receives, approves, and forwards invoices to Finance Department.
- Plans, coordinates, and monitors all department facilities to include building maintenance.
- Plans, coordinates, and monitors special events and projects.
- Identifies and pursues local, state, and federal funding sources.
- Prepares all wallet and badge identification for officers, civilians, outside police agencies, internal departments, and other departments.
- Monitors Police Department fixed assets.
- Attends workshops, serves on committees, and takes classes.
- Receives all federal and state seizure monies; prepares annual federal certification report.
- Monitors department petty cash fund: monitors travel cards and vehicle gas cards.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Qualifications
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
- Knowledge of city and department budgeting process.
- Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures.
- Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment.
- Skill in the preparation of financial reports and grant writing.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
- Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.
Supplemental Information
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Chief of Police assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the generally accepted accounting principles, OSHA guidelines, and local, state, and federal laws. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related administrative and accounting duties.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to coordinate the departmental budget and administrative activities. Successful performance influences the effective functioning of the department.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, the general public, vendors, and law enforcement personnel from state, local and federal agencies.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table, or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light or heavy objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position assists in coordinating departmental secretarial and clerical staff.
The City of Hickory provides a generous benefit package, in addition to salary:
- 11 paid holidays
- 12 paid sick leave days per year
- Paid vacation
- City-paid individual health insurance (H.S.A.)
- Low-cost dental and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program – 5 FREE visits
- 13.6% contribution per employee to the NC Local Government Retirement System
- Up to 5% matching contribution to 401k
- Free Life insurance of 1.5 times salary up to ($125,000)
- Tuition Assistance Program
- On-site Wellness Clinic
- A selection of voluntary benefits such as additional life insurance, dependent life, Short-term disability insurance, accident, and critical illness insurance; All at very competitive rates.
- Benefits package valued at over ($12,500) annually.
*Employees working in seasonal/part-time positions are not eligible for benefits.*
Salary : $125,000
