Worcester County, Maryland — Worcester County has appointed Ondrea Starzhevskiy as its new finance officer, putting her in charge of the Treasurer’s Office and the county’s financial operations, according to a post on the Worcester County, Government Facebook page. Starzhevskiy joined Worcester County in August as deputy finance officer and quickly stepped into the top role. She brings extensive experience in public-sector finance, having served as director of finance for Easton Public Schools in Massachusetts from 2022 to 2025 and for the City of Arcata, California, from 2018 to 2022.
Her work has focused on budgeting, long-term financial planning, grant compliance, and reporting in line with state and federal regulations. Commissioner President Ted Elder said Starzhevskiy’s experience and leadership made her a natural choice for the role. “Her knowledge of government funds and management skills will help guide the county through future financial challenges,” Elder said. Starzhevskiy said the position is personally meaningful. “My family has roots on the Lower Eastern Shore going back four generations. I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the community I call home,” she said. In her new role, Starzhevskiy oversees tax and fee collection, payroll, accounting, debt management, and the investment of county funds. She manages a team of 20 employees and ensures all operations comply with federal, state, and local financial regulations.
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