Ondrea Starzhevskiy Steps Into New Role As Finance Officer
Snow Hill, Maryland – Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the Worcester County Commissioners appointed Ondrea Starzhevskiy to serve as the new finance officer. Starzhevskiy briefly served as deputy finance officer after joining the County’s finance team in August 2025. In her elevated role, Starzhevskiy will lead the Treasurer’s Office.
Starzhevskiy has 14 years of accounting expertise, including seven years as a director. Her extensive experience in public-sector finance, strategic budgeting, and intergovernmental coordination align well with the County’s financial leadership goals.
“Ondrea has demonstrated exceptional financial leadership and a deep knowledge of government funds,” Commissioner President Ted Elder said. “Her experience, professionalism, and strong management skills make her the ideal leader for the Treasurer’s Office and a valued partner to our internal and external stakeholders.”
Prior to joining Worcester County, Starzhevskiy was the director of finance for Easton Public Schools in North Easton, MA from 2022 to 2025 and director of finance for the City of Arcata in California from 2018 to 2022. Throughout her career, she has led efforts in long-term financial planning, budget development, grant compliance, and financial reporting, ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
“My experience managing large, public-sector budgets and navigating complex funding structures has equipped me with the insight and skills to contribute effectively to Worcester County’s financial operations,” Starzhevskiy said. “My connection to the Lower Eastern Shore, particularly the Public Landing area where my mom grew up, dates back four generations. I’m thankful for the opportunity to put these skills to work in the place I call home. I appreciate the confidence the County Commissioners have placed in me, and I’m looking forward to contributing in a meaningful way to the County and its residents.”
Starzhevskiy earned a Bachelor of Science in Management, with a concentration in accounting, from the University of Massachusetts at Boston in 2010 and Master of Science in Accounting from Babson College in 2011.
As finance officer, Starzhevskiy leads and oversees all operations of the Treasurer’s Office, including tax and fee collection, payroll, accounting, financial reporting, debt management, and investment of County funds. She manages a departmental team of 20, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local financial regulations.