Work involves responsibility for planning, organizing, directing, and participating in municipal finance administration, and official legal based duties and functions assigned to the Office of City Recorder. The employee of this class exercises administrative review over financial operations and performs official duties pertaining to the preparation and custody of official records. Work is performed under the general direction of the City Manager and is reviewed through conferences and reports.
Illustrative Examples of Work
● Exercises administrative review over municipal finance administration; confers with the City Manager in the formulation of financial policies and procedures and assists in the administration of approved policies.
● Thorough knowledge of municipal finance procedures and practices.
● Assists in the development of the City budget.
● Prepares analysis or special reports as directed by the City Manager.
● Directs the operation of the City's computer data processing operations.
● Serves as custodian of the corporate seal and of the official records, ordinances, resolutions, and related materials and documents of the City.
● Attends City Commission meetings; attests the signature of all officials signing official documents for the City; administers oaths.
● Answers inquiries and interprets municipal policies; performs a variety of clerical tasks and assists the public as required.
Desirable Training and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field supplemented by courses in public administration and Tennessee Municipal Law, and some experience in office management or related work, including supervisory experience.
The current salary range for the Finance Director is $65,000.00-$75,000.00. Salaries may be adjusted based on experience, education and/or certifications.
Applications are being accepted until: Position is Filled
Applications and a full job description may be obtained at:
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City of Paris Business Office
100 North Caldwell Street
Paris, Tennessee, 38242
The City of Paris is an equal opportunity employer.
A post-offer drug screen, background check, credit check and physical are required
