Chief Administrative Officer, Public Safety Administration

Seattle Police Department; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seattle Police Department is seeking an Executive Director, Administration to lead broad administrative functions including fiscal oversight, procurement, contracting, and grants. This role reports to the Leadership Team and collaborates with Finance, IT, and city agencies to align with citywide standards.

Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in budget management, vendor negotiations, and process improvements, with experience in public safety or paramilitary organizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, organizational management or related discipline; equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive management experience in public administration including procurement and financial management.
• Experience with represented employees and labor relations groups.
• 5+ years supervising administrative staff and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fiscal operations: purchasing, contracting, property and fleet management, grants, and data center.
• Provide strategic direction for administrative services and monitor department budgets.
• Develop business plans, analyze financial data, ensure legal and policy compliance, and improve management systems.

Skills

Budget management

Vendor negotiation

Contract oversight

Process improvement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration

Graduate degree in Public Administration

Tools

ERP systems

HRIS

PeopleSoft

Budgeting tools

Records management

Job description

The Seattle Police Department is seeking an Executive Director, Administration to lead broad administrative functions including fiscal oversight, procurement, contracting, and grants. This role reports to the Leadership Team and collaborates with Finance, IT, and city agencies to align with citywide standards.

Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in budget management, vendor negotiations, and process improvements, with experience in public safety or paramilitary organizations.