Police Management Analyst, Senior

We are seeking a Police Management Analyst who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment, excels at building strong working relationships, and is committed to using data-driven insights to improve department effectiveness.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief of Police, the Senior Police Management Analyst performs advanced professional, analytical, and fiscal management duties in support of Police Department operations. This position serves as the department's primary resource for budget administration and financial records management providing oversight of the department's budget and associated fiscal processes. Responsibilities include monitoring, analyzing, and forecasting the department’s budget, interpreting complex financial data, assisting with the development of the biennial budget, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, and providing financial recommendations that support sound operational and department decision‑making.

The incumbent is responsible for performing a broad range of highly complex and specialized financial and operational functions, including budget planning and forecasting, fiscal analysis and reporting, payroll and timekeeping support, procurement administration, financial reconciliation, and other business operations critical to the department's fiscal stewardship. This position exercises considerable independent judgment, initiative, and analytical expertise to ensure the effective management of financial resources, maintain the integrity of fiscal processes, and provide executive‑level staff support that advances the Lynnwood Police Department's operational and strategic objectives with a high level of accuracy and dependability.

• Has excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, as this position involves collaborating with internal and external personnel.
• A Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to maintain accuracy and quality in a fast‑paced environment.
• Detail‑oriented professional with strong critical thinking abilities and a proactive approach to resolving challenges.
• Is able to prioritize and coordinate multiple concurrent tasks and projects.
• Highly organized professional with strong time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals of various personalities and management styles.
• A motivated self‑starter who is proactive, dependable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Someone who is eager to learn and takes pride in their work.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position‑specific duties.

• Coordinate and perform work relating to the budget and finances of the Lynnwood Police Department.
• Facilitate with budget development, management and analysis.
• Manage all department expenditures.
• Support payroll processing using systems such as Tyler ESS Portal and MUNIS.
• Provide support in representing the City during labor contract negotiations including assisting with negotiation preparation.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining departmental policies and procedures that align with city standards related to personnel, purchasing, contracting, budgeting, accounting, and other administrative operations.
• Assist with accreditation efforts and ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Monitor expenses and keep records of all expenditures and revenues including purchase orders, grants and budgets; route all budget matters through proper channels.
• Collect, compile and analyze information from various sources relating to the programs administered by the position or within the department; write reports which present and interpret data.
• Responsible for fiscal grant administration of selected federal, state and local grants.
• Establish and maintain files, records, and other information needed to support and document areas of assignment. Maintain records to…