Salary: $97,378.00 - $158,614.00 Annually
Location : New Castle County Government Center, 87 Reads Way, New Castle, DE
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 00299
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
JOB DESCRIPTION GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Assists the Chief Financial Officer in the overall activities of the Office of Finance to ensure quality service in all areas of Financial Management; does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class is responsible for assisting the Chief Financial Officer in various management and operational activities within the Office of Finance. Responsibilities include working with other department managers to provide excellent public service to ensure that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service while ensuring compliance with local, state and federal laws. The employee exercises independent judgment and initiative in carrying out responsibilities. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only)
- Assists in the direction and management of the delivery of services provided by the Office of Finance including but not limited to, Accounting, Payroll, Pension Administration; Budget, Cash Management, Treasury and Assessment;
- Executes orders and directives of the Chief Financial Officer;
- Assists in developing, formulating, and executing policies and procedures for New Castle County to remain in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws;
- Participates in the development of long- and short-term strategic plans and manages the implementation of those plans;
- Prepares reports/analyses and makes recommendations as required;
- Works with staff in developing methods for dealing with organizational issues and in responding to problems or requests received;
- Assists managers in the supervision, evaluation and discipline of staff;
- Attends meetings and reports on activities as specified by the Chief Financial Officer;
- Provides effective training and development programs for all employees of the Office of Finance;
- Interacts with government officials, agencies, and the public, providing information and assistance concerning related issues;
- Assists in special projects as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer;
- Assures confidentiality of records and safeguards information and documentation;
- Interprets and applies laws, regulations, policies and procedures as outlined in Federal, State, County governments and other jurisdictions as applicable;
- Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
- Operates a personal computer and financial/office software programs, and other related equipment in the course of the work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the modern principles and practices of business and office management, operational analysis, and office systems to include accounting and fiscal management; thorough knowledge of governmental organization and administration; thorough knowledge of New Castle County Code, federal and state regulations pertaining to financial management; thorough knowledge of statistical principles; ability to maintain confidentiality with highly-sensitive data; ability to think strategically and implement department goals, work priorities, staff resource needs and staff assignments; ability to develop and carry out short and long-term goals; ability to deal effectively with highly sensitive issues; ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of professional, technical and clerical support staff; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with executive staff, general managers, government officials, union officials, agencies, and the general public and to promote an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent customer service; ability to make effective presentations before groups; ability to reason logically and draw valid conclusions; ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to pass a Class III County physical examination.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: At least seven (7) years progressively responsible experience at a supervisory level in at least three (3) functional areas in the financial field and possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, or related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENT: Possession of a Master's Degree in financial management, public administration or related field.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to pass a Class III County physical examination and background check.
CONTACT INFORMATION Laura McDermott
Office of Human Resources
[email protected]Health Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire. Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.
Dental Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire. Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option. Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.
Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.
Vacation: Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year. Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date. Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:
- Less than 12 months service -- 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days
- 1 - 4 years of service -- 10 days of vacation
- 5 - 9 years of service -- 15 days of vacation
- 10 - 14 years of service -- 20 days of vacation
- 15 years of service -- 25 days of vacation
- 15+ years of service -- 25+ days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service)
Holidays: 13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).
Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary. Minimum benefit -- $50,000; Maximum benefit -- $200,000.
Pension: Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan. County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account. In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account. 10-year vesting.
Deferred Compensation Plan:Optional employee contributory plan available.
Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.
Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.
Union Affiliation: Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.65 per month.
Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) 395-5180.
Revised: 12/15/15
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Do you have at least seven (7) years progressively responsible experience at a supervisory level in at least three (3) functional areas in the financial field? If yes, please describe your experience in these areas at a supervisory level in detail.
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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, or related field?
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Do you possess a Master's Degree in financial management, public administration or related field?
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