Plans, organizes, and oversees financial and administrative operations for the assigned unit, including fiscal management and general administrative functions; Coordinates and administers internal services and support functions to ensure efficient departmental operations; Develops, implements, and interprets policies and procedures; reviews proposed changes for operational and financial impact and recommends modifications; Evaluates and improves business processes, developing short- and long-term strategies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness; Participates in the design, implementation, and enhancement of automated and financial information systems; Directs the collection, analysis, and reporting of financial and operational data; prepares and reviews reports related to assigned activities; Oversees the preparation, submission, and maintenance of required County, state, and federal reports, records, and documentation; Monitors and manages financial activities, including budgets, funding sources, contracts, payroll, procurement, and related expenditures; Develops, administers, and monitors all or part of the unit or department budget, including maintaining accurate budgetary records; Supervises, trains, and evaluates staff; assigns and reviews work to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to policies and procedures; Coordinates personnel-related activities in conjunction with Human Resources, including recruitment, promotion processes, and employee development; Represents the department in interactions with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and community groups. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, economics, business or public administration, or a closely related field, as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND three years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, financial management, or budgeting.