Administration & Finance

About Us

The Administration and Finance Division is responsible for the overall management of finance and administration inclusive of accounting, budgeting, human resources, and overall administrative services.

Resources

Policies & Budget

Department Staff

Andrea Geis CFO/Human Resources Director
Dave Troutner HR Manager/Administrative Analyst
Haley DePass Accounting Technician
Naomi Compton Accounting Technician

CFO/Human Resources Director

O: (805)600-4820
EMAIL: ageis@sbcag.org

Andrea joined SBCAG in 2025 and is responsible for overseeing SBCAG’s financial operations as well as a range of personnel management activities and serves as the designated Safety Coordinator for the agency. She leads a team dedicated to recruiting talent and onboarding new employees to developing employee policies & procedures and handling compensation & benefits. She reviews and approves accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll transactions. Additionally, she manages IT support and equipment. As Chief Financial Officer she manages SBCAG’s overall work program and budget development and prepares the annual financial report and single audit. She conducts expenditure and revenue tracking and reporting, manages contracts and agreements, facilities as well as maintaining SBCAG insurance policies.

HR Manager/Administrative Analyst

O: (805)600-4457
EMAIL: dtroutner@sbcag.org

Dave joined SBCAG in 2018 and manages employee benefits programs, payroll, recruitment, open enrollment, employee relations support, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant administration and steers a committee to foster employee engagement. Dave ensures SBCAG shared vehicles are maintained properly and provides facility coordination for Casa Nueva on the County of Santa Barbara Calle Real Campus. He serves as the Disadvantage Business Enterprise liaison and Safety Officer.

Accounting Technician

O: (805)600-4458
EMAIL: hdepass@sbcag.org

Haley joined SBCAG in 2020 and is responsible for ensuring SBCAG purchasing policies are followed. She coordinates the bid process, verifies quotes, proposals, and evaluations follow our policies. She provides support to staff with the creation of new contracts, agreements and maintains contract records to ensure terms are followed. Haley reviews invoices and monitors progress to confirm contract limits are not exceeded. Haley is responsible for the Local Transportation Fund and Measure A monthly disbursements to jurisdictions. She assists in the management of the Measure A cash flow, special revenue fund reconciliation and interest calculations for state and federal reporting.

Accounting Technician

O: (805)600-4465
EMAIL: ncompton@sbcag.org

Naomi joined SBCAG in January of 2026 and provides administrative and financial support as part of the Administration and Finance Division. She processes accounts payable transactions, reviews invoices for accuracy and proper documentation, and maintains financial records to ensure compliance with SBCAG’s accounting procedures. Naomi assists with posting transaction details, resolving discrepancies, and supporting routine financial tracking and reporting. In addition to her accounting duties, Naomi serves as a clerk for SBCAG’s Advisory Committees. She assists with meeting preparation, agenda materials, and administrative coordination to support smooth and efficient committee operations.