Appointed Professional Register (Finance)

Shelby County Government • Memphis, TN

19h

About The Position

The Finance department is accepting applications from qualified candidates interested in being considered for appointed professional opportunities. Positions are available only when a vacancy occurs within the department. If an application is considered for an appointed assignment, the hiring department will contact the candidate.

The role performs professional leadership duties that may include program oversight, strategic planning, community engagement, and department budget management. Experience in program development, evaluation, and community engagement is essential.

Applicants must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license or obtain one by the date of employment, have access to an operable automobile, and meet County automobile insurance requirements by the date of employment. Travel to other Shelby County offices or events may be required.

Employment is subject to a background check for convictions substantially related to potential job duties; such convictions will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Employees hired after September 1, 1986, must reside in Shelby County and continue to do so as a condition of employment. Public safety and civil service exemptions apply to specified roles, but do not exempt appointed positions with the Sheriff’s Office, Division of Corrections, or Fire Department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in program development, evaluation, and community engagement.
• Strong understanding of relevant principles, policies, and practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and using metrics to inform decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and secure funding through grants and partnerships.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and systems.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license, or ability to obtain one by the date of employment.
• Access to an operable automobile and compliance with County automobile insurance requirements by the date of employment.
• Shelby County residency for employees hired after September 1, 1986, subject to the stated exemptions.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional leadership duties, including program oversight, strategic planning, and community engagement.
• Manage department budgets.
• Develop and evaluate programs.
• Use data analysis and metrics to inform decision-making.
• Secure funding through grants and partnerships.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Travel to other Shelby County offices or events when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time