Appointed Professional Register (Finance)

Shelby County • Memphis, TN

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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 involves 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.

The position requires a valid Tennessee driver’s license by the date of employment, access to an operable automobile, and compliance with County automobile insurance requirements. Travel to other Shelby County offices or events may be required. Employees hired after September 1, 1986, must reside in Shelby County and continue residing there as a condition of employment, subject to the listed public safety and civil service exemptions. The position is subject to a background check for convictions substantially related to potential job duties; such convictions are not automatic disqualifiers.

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.
• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license or secure one by the date of employment.
• Must have access to an operable automobile and meet County automobile insurance requirements by the date of employment.
• Must reside in Shelby County as a condition of employment, subject to the stated public safety and civil service exemptions.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional leadership duties, potentially including program oversight, strategic planning, community engagement, and department budget management.
• Develop, evaluate, and engage the community through programs.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Use data analysis and metrics to inform decision-making.
• Manage budgets and secure funding through grants and partnerships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time