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. Minimum Qualifications: 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.