Deputy Director of Business Services

JOB LOCATION

15001 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1554

Cit y  of Aurora ,  Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:   Integrity ,   Respect, Professionalism , and   Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
 
Why Work for Aurora?

- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Hiring Salary for this position is $128,265 - $160,331 annually.

The deadline to submit applications is October 19th, 2026. Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine a qualified pool of applicants exists, this position may be closed without notice.

The Deputy Director of Police Business Services is a member of the Police Chief’s executive staff and provides strategic leadership and executive oversight of the Police Business Services Division in support of the department’s mission and operations. This position serves as the Police Department’s principal financial advisor and is responsible for the administration and oversight of the Department’s $185 million budget, ensuring effective stewardship of public resources and alignment with departmental priorities.

Additionally, the Deputy Director is responsible for executive oversight of four key operational areas: Administrative Services, Equipment & Facilities, Records & Support Services, and Property & Technical Services. The position leads more than 100 sworn and civilian personnel and is accountable for developing leaders, strengthening organizational performance, managing risk, and ensuring critical business functions effectively support the Police Department’s mission.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Serve as a strategic advisor to the Chief of Police and Executive Staff on organizational priorities, operational risk, financial strategy, workforce planning, resource allocation, and long-term departmental sustainability.

- Direct the development, preparation, justification, presentation, and management of the Department’s operating and capital budgets, monitor expenditures, analyze variances, and ensure compliance with applicable financial policies and requirements.

- Exercise executive judgment and decision-making authority to resolve complex organizational issues, remove barriers to performance, coordinate across organizational boundaries, and advance the priorities of the Chief and Police Department.

- Develop staffing, financial, and operational forecasts; evaluate emerging financial needs; identify potential funding sources; and advise executive leadership regarding funding priorities and the financial impact of existing, enhanced, and proposed programs.

- Represent the Police Department in budget hearings and financial matters before City Council, the Citizen’s Budget Advisory Committee, and other governmental and community stakeholders.

- Provide strategic leadership for the development, design, implementation, and evaluation of Department and Division initiatives; analyze, redesign, and improve business processes to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, accountability, and service delivery.

- Identify and resolve complex organizational and operational issues, remove barriers to effective service delivery, facilitate decision-making and leadership approvals, and coordinate with Department leadership, other City departments, and external stakeholders.

- Develop, review, revise, and approve departmental policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures to promote operational effectiveness, accountability, and compliance.

- Provide executive oversight of critical functions that ensure continuity of Police Department operations, including public safety records, property and evidence, vehicle impound, equipment, grants, payroll, purchasing, contract negotiation, and related administrative services.

- Oversee systems and processes for personnel actions, payroll, purchasing, system integration, and other administrative and operational activities, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

- Lead, mentor, develop, and hold accountable sworn and civilian managers and employees while building a culture of high performance, collaboration, professional development, accountability, and continuous improvement.

- Oversee workforce planning and personnel administration, including position creation and classification, development and maintenance of job descriptions, evaluation of salary recommendations, and recruitment and hiring of select civilian personnel.

- Perform additional duties as assigned.

The listed primary duties and responsibilities are not a comprehensive list of expectations for the job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Education

- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or a directly related field.

Experience

- Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, budgeting, business administration, organizational operations, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory role, senior management or executive leadership role preferred.

- Experience managing complex organizations, significant budgets, and multidisciplinary teams is required.

- Relevant professional certification in accounting, finance, public administration, project management, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

- Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or directly related field.

- Experience with governmental budgeting, appropriations, public-sector financial management, or legislative and/or governing-body processes is preferred.

- Relevant professional certification in accounting, finance, public administration, project management, or a related field is preferred.

Knowledge

- Principles and practices of public administration, financial management, governmental budgeting and accounting, public policy, organizational planning, human resources management, and procurement.

- Strategic planning, organizational management, process analysis, continuous improvement, and performance management.

- Budget development, financial forecasting, fiscal analysis, internal controls, auditing, and financial reporting.

- Federal, state, and local requirements governing public-sector financial management, purchasing, grants, and related administrative functions.

- Leadership and management principles, including workforce planning, employee development, performance management, accountability, and organizational change.

- Police Department operations, public safety administration, including the relationship between operational priorities, organizational resources, financial management, and policy development.

- Information systems, data management, and technology applications supporting financial, operational, personnel, and administrative functions.

Skills

- Executive leadership and judgment, strategic analysis, critical thinking, organizational change leadership, performance management and accountability, leadership development and succession planning, conflict resolution, and collaborative leadership in complex and sensitive organizational, financial, and operational matters.

- Process analysis and improvement, including evaluating existing practices, identifying inefficiencies and risks, developing solutions, and implementing sustainable improvements.

- Financial and operational analysis, including interpreting complex data and translating findings into actionable recommendations.

- Research, benchmarking, and evaluation of emerging practices to identify opportunities for organizational improvement and innovation.

- Executive-level oral and written communication, including the ability to explain complex financial, operational, and policy matters clearly to diverse audiences.

- Presentation, facilitation, negotiation, and consensus-building skills.

Abilities

- Lead, plan, organize, direct, and evaluate complex departmental financial, administrative, and operational functions in alignment with the Police Department’s mission, strategic priorities, and available resources.

- Analyze complex organizational, financial, operational, and administrative issues; identify root causes; evaluate alternatives; and develop and implement effective, sustainable solutions.

- Evaluate and redesign processes, systems, and organizational practices to improve efficiency, effectiveness, service delivery, accountability, and compliance.

- Develop, administer, and monitor operating and capital budgets; analyze financial trends and forecasts; and make recommendations regarding resource allocation and funding priorities.

- Lead, supervise, develop, and hold employees accountable for performance, including establishing clear expectations, addressing performance deficiencies, resolving workplace issues, and supporting employee development.

- Lead organizational change and implement new initiatives while effectively managing complex priorities, organizational resistance, and operational constraints.

- Exercise sound judgment and make timely, well-reasoned decisions involving sensitive, complex, and high-impact matters.

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, executive leadership, other City departments, elected officials, community stakeholders, and the public.

- Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential personnel, financial, operational, legal, and law-enforcement information.

Competencies

- Success in this position requires a strategic, collaborative, and results-oriented leader with strong business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to translate organizational priorities into effective financial and operational strategies.  The incumbent must anticipate organizational needs, assess complex issues, and make timely, well-reasoned decisions in a dynamic public safety environment.

- The incumbent must promote continuous improvement, lead organizational change, and hold themselves and others accountable for results. The position requires the ability to build high-performing teams, develop employees, address performance issues, and foster a culture of accountability and service excellence.

- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are essential, including the ability to build trust, navigate competing interests, negotiate effectively, facilitate collaboration, and clearly and persuasively present complex matters to executive leadership, elected officials, employees, and the public.  The incumbent must demonstrate integrity, professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling sensitive information and high-impact matters.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

- Primarily sedentary work requiring prolonged sitting, with occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying.

- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient to operate a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment.

- Visual ability sufficient to read, prepare, and review reports, documents, and electronic information.

- Hearing and speech sufficient to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through other communication methods.

Work Environment:

- Work is performed primarily in an indoor office environment, with regular interaction in public, departmental, and city facilities.

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:   Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.