Public Safety Budget & Grants Leader

Cowlitz County, WA; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Budget and Finance Manager to lead budgeting, financial reporting, and grant administration. This role supervises professional and administrative staff and develops long-range financial plans for the department.

Key duties include managing the budget process, procurement oversight, and collaboration with county leaders and partner agencies. A bachelor’s degree in business or finance and 5+ years of financial leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration and/or finance.
• Five years of relevant experience planning, directing, and managing multiple financial functions and/or programs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Office management, budget management, grant management, and business accounts management.
• Presentations to Sheriff, Administrators, Board of County Commissioners, partners, and the public.
• Develop and implement fiscal policies, procedures, and controls.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial statements.
• Oversee procurement, grants, and contracting with compliance to laws and mandates.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and outside agencies.

Skills

Staff management

Presentations

Budget planning

Financial reporting

Grants management

Contracts management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or finance

Job description

The Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Budget and Finance Manager to lead budgeting, financial reporting, and grant administration. This role supervises professional and administrative staff and develops long-range financial plans for the department.

Key duties include managing the budget process, procurement oversight, and collaboration with county leaders and partner agencies. A bachelor’s degree in business or finance and 5+ years of financial leadership are required.