Strategy & Operations Executive Manager

City of Burlington, Vermont; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Burlington seeks an Executive Manager for the Burlington Police Department to provide executive-level project management, strategic leadership, and fiscal oversight in support of the Chief of Police. The role leads planning and coordination of department-wide initiatives, budget development, workflow supervision, and data analysis to drive efficiency and community safety.

With a focus on strategic planning and stakeholder collaboration, the Executive Manager will manage multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with two years’ experience preferred; or equivalent combinations of education and experience.
• Ability to manage budgets, contracts, and purchasing functions.
• Strong written and oral communication and public transparency.

Responsibilities

• Lead department-wide strategic planning with the Chief and Command Staff.
• Oversee budget development and financial management.
• Supervise key administrative and financial staff.
• Coordinate with City Council, committees, and other departments.
• Develop, analyze, and report on BPD information and performance.
• Manage department RFPs and contracts.
• Oversee IT integration and radio infrastructure.

Skills

Strategic planning

Budget development

Financial management

Staff supervision

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Associate’s Degree

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Dreamweaver

Job description

The City of Burlington seeks an Executive Manager for the Burlington Police Department to provide executive-level project management, strategic leadership, and fiscal oversight in support of the Chief of Police. The role leads planning and coordination of department-wide initiatives, budget development, workflow supervision, and data analysis to drive efficiency and community safety.

With a focus on strategic planning and stakeholder collaboration, the Executive Manager will manage multiple