Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
2025460
Position Title
Police Finance Assistant
Position #
5219
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Classification Type
Administrative / Clerical
Department
Police Services
Job Type
Full Time
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm
Hiring Pay Rate
$21.00-$24.00 / hour (depending on qualifications)
Posting Opening Date
11 / 06 / 2025
Posting Closing Date
Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of complex, responsible, and confidential administrative, accounting, and budget-related responsibilities in direct support of the Bryan Police Department.
Essential Job Functions
- Responsible for processing fiscal / financial transactions for the department, including invoices, purchase orders, petty cash reimbursement, and budget reconciliation.
- Processes alarm permits and fees and maintains the alarm database.
- Handles billing for false alarms and police escort fees.
- Processes grant applications, maintains grant files, and compiles and maintains data to be used in accordance with grant requirements.
- Acts as procurement card coordinator for the department.
- Assists in departmental budget preparation.
- Provides general clerical and administrative responsibilities such as answering phones, creating / editing / reviewing a variety of documents (letters, forms, reports, spreadsheets, etc.), scanning, copying, faxing, and performing other data entry or special projects as needed / assigned.
- Maintains documents, files, and records to ensure documentation availability and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines. Ensures compliance with records retention guidelines and responds to Open Records Requests as needed.
- Acts as a backup to the Executive Assistant as needed.
- Assumes personal responsibility for professional development and ongoing education to maintain proficiency. Communicates self-development and learning needs to supervisor.
- Performs related duties as required.
- Responds regularly and promptly to work.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED, plus some additional training and / or coursework in business, office administration, accounting, bookkeeping, or similar field.At least four (4) years of experience performing accounting, finance, bookkeeping, payroll, purchasing, statistical analysis, or similar responsibilities in a professional office environment.Preferred :
Additional higher education such as an Associate's / Bachelor's degree or completion of a vocational program in accounting / bookkeeping.Equivalent combinations of education, experience, certification, and training may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of :
Proper customer service and telephone etiquette.Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and associated equipment.Principles and procedures of bookkeeping and financial record keeping.Basic math including ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and compute percentages; ability to use a 10-key calculator with speed and accuracy.Ability to :
Perform a variety of financial, administrative, and clerical support functions with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.Comprehend detailed federal and state regulations and reporting requirements.Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.Learn department functions thoroughly to provide general information and explain detailed department processes and procedures.Organize work, meet critical deadlines, and follow up on assignments with minimal direction.Establish and maintain basic and complex records, documents, and files.Use spreadsheet and word processing applications (Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook and other job-specific software) to prepare correspondence, reports, forms, and other written materials.Comprehend and makes inferences from written material (examples : budgets, financial reports, grants, written instructions / procedures, etc.) to create spreadsheets, statistical reports, and other documents.Understand and apply mathematical concepts accurately.Maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.Analyze work processes and recommend and implement improvements.Demonstrate satisfactory performance and a willingness to take on new responsibilities.Demonstrate regular, reliable, and punctual attendance and utilize leave responsibly to ensure sufficient coverage of departmental operations.Abide by City and department administrative directives, policies, and procedures.Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the incumbent's area of responsibility.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities.Skills :
Strong verbal and written communication skills.Strong computer skills including word processing, record keeping, spreadsheet, and data base applications. Ability and willingness to learn new applications and techniques.Strong time management skills including demonstrated skills to prioritize a heavy workload, and ability to manage time effectively and efficiently.Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements
Texas Class C driver's license with a good driving record as measured by the City's evaluation system.Must be able to pass an extensive pre-employment background check. (Applicants must not possess a felony or Class A misdemeanor conviction; or a Class B misdemeanor conviction within the past 10 years.)Must clear the selection process which includes completion of a Personal History Statement (PHS) Form and passing an interview, background investigation, psychological exam, and a drug / alcohol screening.Physical Demands
Physical demands include but are not limited to : sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, driving, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, using hands and fingers to operate office equipment and machines, and occasionally lifting and / or moving objects up to and including 25 pounds.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a well-lighted and temperature-controlled working environment.
Equipment
Work shall be performed with tools, appliances, and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.
Equipment may include but is not limited to : multi-line telephone, computer, printer, fax, copier, scanner, calculator, and vehicle..
Additional Notes / Instructions for Applicants
This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship.
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