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City of Kirkland

$105,059.34 - $137,078.61 Annually

Kirkland, WA

Full-Time

202100644

Finance & Admin. - Deputy Director Management

02/24/2026

Continuous

Exempt

MAC

The Financial Operations Supervisor, under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Finance & Administration, leads and directly supervises the daily operations of the city's centralized purchasing functions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and mail services.

Considered a working supervisor, the Financial Operations Supervisor ensures that tasks within the operations division are completed accurately and timely, according to established standards. This position oversees the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and goals, and is responsible for supervising staff, evaluating, assigning tasks, and balancing workloads.

Distinguishing Characteristics: The Financial Operations Supervisor is well-versed in the functional areas overseen and provides technical support to staff. This position oversees multiple functions within financial operations, but differs from the Financial Operations Manager position, which manages the division, prepares recommended division budget, and determines resources needed to accomplish program goals. The incumbent operates with considerable autonomy and independent judgment.

Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervises the day-to-day activities of financial operations staff assigned to purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable and mail services.
• Supervises subordinate personnel, including motivating, training, and delegating assignments; monitoring performance; conducting performance evaluations; taking disciplinary/corrective action; recommending salary increases and promotions; and recommending hirings and terminations.
• Monitors and interprets changes in applicable laws, regulations, and technology that may affect departmental operations. Develops, analyzes, and implements policy and procedural changes after approval; monitors for compliance.
• Evaluates various financial operations functions to improve customer service, productivity, and efficiency, and assists with work-related issues that cannot be addressed by staff; performs research as needed.
• Oversees the purchasing function including the citywide procurement of goods and services, the issuance of purchase orders and contracts, the preparation of bids, cooperative purchase agreements with other public agencies, the surplus program, and the purchasing card program.
• Assists with the development and execution of various types of interlocal cooperative agreements including mutual aid agreements.
• Supervises the operations of accounts receivable and accounts payable and serves as backup to staff as needed. Manages vendor and customer relations, setups, inquiries, and approvals related to quotes, wage rates, taxes, and billing. Ensures accurate record-keeping and efficient processing of payments, invoices, refunds, and customer billing for various taxes and fees.
• Collaborates with internal customers, managers, and directors to provide strategic procurement, contracting, and program support to fulfill adopted strategic priorities.
• Ensures that all city expenditures adhere to purchasing policy, procedures and applicable procurement law. Ensure accountability, compliance, and consistent interpretation and application with all current and applicable state and federal laws, agency policies and procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Serves as the primary contact on procurement issues for federal and state auditors on annual audits. Responds to questions regarding procurement policies, compliance with laws and regulations, internal controls, variances, exceptions, and procurement methods and procedures.
• Solves complex technical and managerial problems utilizing an understanding of intra- and inter-departmental relationships where no precedent exists.
• Provides leadership and guidance to departmental staff in proper work methods and procedures; reviews multi-departmental activity for accuracy and compliance.
• Reviews and audits payment and billing entries, proactively resolving discrepancies. Provides leadership and guidance to the team on best practices, ensuring full compliance with GAAP. Addresses challenges promptly, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance and expertise to departments and city staff in the interpretation of purchasing requirements and procedures as prescribed by state and federal agency regulations, grant stipulations, and City policy. Recognizes and assesses strategic and operational risks and opportunities and addresses them appropriately during the procurement and contracting process.
• Fosters a positive and supportive work environment; promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace, contributing to an environment of respectful living and working in a multicultural society.

• Presents procurement-related agenda items at City Council meetings.
• Performs duties of assigned staff as needed.
• Performs functions as assigned in the City's emergency response plan in the event of an emergency.

Why Kirkland?

Ranked as one of the most livable cities in America, Kirkland is an attractive and inviting place to live, work, and visit. We have big city vision while maintaining a small-town, community feel. If you are a candidate with the desire to join an organization looking to innovate into the future, the City of Kirkland is the place for you!

If you ask our employees why they love where they work, they will tell you about the great people, work environment, supportive leadership and City Council, and fearless innovation.

We also invest in you!

Competitive Wages: We strive to maintain competitive compensation packages and work to provide wages that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities of our employees.

Awesome benefits: The City offers benefits that are unmatched by most other employers. Please click on the benefits tab above to view more details.

Childcare Programs: To help address the challenge of finding reliable childcare, the City of Kirkland has reserved spots for City employees at local and regional providers, available at a discount. New employees gain access to Kirkland's reserved spots as soon as they start employment. Learn more!

Training and Career Development: The City of Kirkland believes in developing it's employees. You will have access to training opportunities designed for career development and advancement based on your position, skills, and interests.

• Knowledge of governmental procurement principles, methods, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and grant requirements related to assigned activities, including procurement, contracting, disposal of surplus, and Washington public works bid laws.

• Ability to analyze and reconcile general or subsidiary ledger for validity and accuracy.
• Ability to use and administer automated financial management systems and advanced proficiency in the use of personal computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, report writing, and presentation graphics programs.

• Ability to attract, retain, motivate, lead and supervise professional, paraprofessional, and clerical staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external customers.
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations to staff, City Council, or community groups.
• Advanced organizational, public relations, problem solving, and communication skills (both verbal and written). Ability to convey ideas and information in writing, using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the reader.
• Comprehensive knowledge of governmental finance practices, principles, procedures, regulations and techniques, with the ability to interpret and explain these rules, legal requirements and policies and develop effective internal practices.
• Ability to communicate policy and procedures to a variety of staff.
• Ability to keep abreast of changing laws, codes and regulations that will impact the division's policies and procedures and incorporate into existing ones.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, purchasing and materials management, business law, public administration, or closely related field.
• Experience: 5 years' experience in purchasing and accounts payable/accounts receivable, preferably in the public sector. 2 years' experience in a supervisory position preferred.
• Or: In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

• Preferred certification in one of the following: Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM).

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is conducted in a typical office setting. Position typically requires extended periods of sitting while performing keyboard operations.
• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

Position requires a resume and cover letter for consideration of application. Please note how you meet minimum qualifications within the cover letter. Applicants who are selected for next steps in the hiring process will be invited by phone or e-mail. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest possible date as screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions will be made through the recruitment period, until such time as the vacancy is filled. Position is open until filled, with first review of applicants made by 15th day of original posting.

The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. We do this by solving problems, focusing on the customer, and respecting all people who come into the City whether to visit, live, or work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our job postings. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at 711.

General Summary

As a member of the Manufacturing Engineering group at Penumbra, you will be called upon to solve complex problems and implement innovative solutions. You will provide manufacturing technology and robust solutions aimed at commercializing new products and continuously improving production processes. Working cross-functionally with engineering groups across the company, as well as with Production, Quality Control and Quality Assurance, you will resolve problems encountered on the production floor and throughout the business, and will apply your engineering knowledge and creativity to implement adaptations and modifications to the production line and to quality systems.

What You'll Work On

•Solve complex problems and implement innovative solutions

•Execute detailed root cause analysis and recommend vetted solutions

•Communicate and explain problems and solutions cross-functionally and inter-departmentally

•Collaborate closely with suppliers, ensure timely communication of updates, and respectfully request any necessary changes.

•Manage NCRs, deviations, engineering change orders, and supplier documentation while utilizing a Quality Management System to ensure continuous improvement and compliance.

•Engage in the troubleshooting of electromechanical products by employing failure analysis and problem-solving techniques, while also recommending and implementing effective solutions.

•Lead the implementation of projects at the supplier level, managing communications related to test plans, monitoring project timelines, and ensuring all milestones are met efficiently.

•Approach problems from a detail-oriented perspective

•Suggest independent recommendations for project approach, scope, and tactics

•Support production needs

•Create and maintain product and process documentation

•Monitor process and equipment performance and identify and implement process improvement activities to increase/optimize yield

•Design fixtures, acquire off-the-shelf tooling and equipment, and implement new fixturing on the production line

•Test processes, equipment, raw materials, and product

•Perform process validations

•Author protocols to execute tests and write reports and make conclusions and/or recommendations based on test results

•Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work as part of a project or as a total project

•Develop specifications of a product, process, or piece of equipment

•Develop, characterize, and optimize processes using statistical techniques and engineering knowledge and experience

•Coordinate with the appropriate suppliers and other external resources needed in developing and implementing process improvement plans

•Participate in project planning and scheduling

•Train assemblers, quality control and technicians, as necessary, on processes, equipment, and documentation

•Comply with quality system regulations, standards and procedures

* Indicates an essential function of the role

Location and Pay

•Alameda, CA

•$95,000 to $127,000

Position Qualifications

Minimum education and experience:

•Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering or related degree with 2+ years relevant engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional qualifications:

•Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment recommended, medical device industry preferred

•Experience in troubleshooting and working with electromechanical devices

•Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required

•Knowledge of FDA regulations, Lean/Flow Manufacturing, and/or materials and manufacturing processes desired

•Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and other computer applications required

•Supplier audits, risk management (FMEA, DFMEA, PFMEA), lean manufacturing/six sigma, equipment qualification

Working Conditions

•General office, laboratory, and clean room environments.

•Willingness and ability to work on site.

•Business travel from 0% - 10%

•Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

•Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds.

•Must be able to move between buildings and floors.

•Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.

•Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.

•Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.

Positions available at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.

Now offering a limited-time $25,000 sign-on bonus!  

Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures. Position patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist radiologist with imaging procedures starting IV's and injecting contrast if applicable.
• Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label. Film transmits to PACS.
• Charge procedures and supplies correctly.
• Assists in the administration and administers various chemical substances to render specific organs or systems more opaque. Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
• Reviews patient charts and requests with the radiologist to ensure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.
• Quality controls all images maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations. Participates in training of department personnel including students.
• Load and operate power injections for contrast media administration.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with providing orientation and training to new CT technologists.
• Manage scheduling and patient flow on multiple interventional CT scanners.
• Assist with research and development with CT equipment manufacturer to develop new CT software and new technologies when asked.
• Participate in research initiatives and development of research protocols.
• Monitor charging of CT procedures and supplies daily to ensure correctness.
• Participates in inter or intra departmental performance improvement.
• Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested.
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety department safety and specific job-related hazards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current Maryland State License required

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT required
• Certified Cat Scan Technologist required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
• Ability to read write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission values and commitment to compliance with all federal state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
• Exhibits professionalism courtesy and excellent customer service while interacting with patients guests and co-workers.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to function as a team member to organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete daily work requirements.
• Completes assignments in designated time frame.
• Offers assistance to co-workers to ensure completion of all assigned duties.
• Ability to perform duties in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision or direction.
• Ability to contribute to cohesive group relationships; uses open communication to identify and resolve problems in and between the departments.
• Ability to make suggestions for improvements to procedures or innovations to enhance patient service.
• CT Exam Competencies check list
• CT Technologist Overall skill Evaluation
• Competency for working knowledge of CT Machine GE light speed (16 slice) and GE VCT (64 slice)
• Competency for check off for working knowledge of HIS/RIS and PACS
• Competency check off for working knowledge of Medical Radiology Injectors
• Radiation Training competency

Positions available at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.

Now offering a limited-time $25,000 sign-on bonus!  

Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures. Position patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist radiologist with imaging procedures starting IV's and injecting contrast if applicable.
• Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label. Film transmits to PACS.
• Charge procedures and supplies correctly.
• Assists in the administration and administers various chemical substances to render specific organs or systems more opaque. Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
• Reviews patient charts and requests with the radiologist to ensure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.
• Quality controls all images maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations. Participates in training of department personnel including students.
• Load and operate power injections for contrast media administration.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with providing orientation and training to new CT technologists.
• Manage scheduling and patient flow on multiple interventional CT scanners.
• Assist with research and development with CT equipment manufacturer to develop new CT software and new technologies when asked.
• Participate in research initiatives and development of research protocols.
• Monitor charging of CT procedures and supplies daily to ensure correctness.
• Participates in inter or intra departmental performance improvement.
• Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested.
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety department safety and specific job-related hazards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current Maryland State License required

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT required
• Certified Cat Scan Technologist required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
• Ability to read write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission values and commitment to compliance with all federal state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
• Exhibits professionalism courtesy and excellent customer service while interacting with patients guests and co-workers.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to function as a team member to organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete daily work requirements.
• Completes assignments in designated time frame.
• Offers assistance to co-workers to ensure completion of all assigned duties.
• Ability to perform duties in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision or direction.
• Ability to contribute to cohesive group relationships; uses open communication to identify and resolve problems in and between the departments.
• Ability to make suggestions for improvements to procedures or innovations to enhance patient service.
• CT Exam Competencies check list
• CT Technologist Overall skill Evaluation
• Competency for working knowledge of CT Machine GE light speed (16 slice) and GE VCT (64 slice)
• Competency for check off for working knowledge of HIS/RIS and PACS
• Competency check off for working knowledge of Medical Radiology Injectors
• Radiation Training competency

Positions available at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.

Now offering a limited-time $25,000 sign-on bonus!  

Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures. Position patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist radiologist with imaging procedures starting IV's and injecting contrast if applicable.
• Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label. Film transmits to PACS.
• Charge procedures and supplies correctly.
• Assists in the administration and administers various chemical substances to render specific organs or systems more opaque. Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
• Reviews patient charts and requests with the radiologist to ensure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.
• Quality controls all images maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations. Participates in training of department personnel including students.
• Load and operate power injections for contrast media administration.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with providing orientation and training to new CT technologists.
• Manage scheduling and patient flow on multiple interventional CT scanners.
• Assist with research and development with CT equipment manufacturer to develop new CT software and new technologies when asked.
• Participate in research initiatives and development of research protocols.
• Monitor charging of CT procedures and supplies daily to ensure correctness.
• Participates in inter or intra departmental performance improvement.
• Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested.
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety department safety and specific job-related hazards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current Maryland State License required

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT required
• Certified Cat Scan Technologist required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
• Ability to read write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission values and commitment to compliance with all federal state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
• Exhibits professionalism courtesy and excellent customer service while interacting with patients guests and co-workers.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to function as a team member to organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete daily work requirements.
• Completes assignments in designated time frame.
• Offers assistance to co-workers to ensure completion of all assigned duties.
• Ability to perform duties in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision or direction.
• Ability to contribute to cohesive group relationships; uses open communication to identify and resolve problems in and between the departments.
• Ability to make suggestions for improvements to procedures or innovations to enhance patient service.
• CT Exam Competencies check list
• CT Technologist Overall skill Evaluation
• Competency for working knowledge of CT Machine GE light speed (16 slice) and GE VCT (64 slice)
• Competency for check off for working knowledge of HIS/RIS and PACS
• Competency check off for working knowledge of Medical Radiology Injectors
• Radiation Training competency