Appointed Professional Register (Criminal Court Clerk

Job Description

The Criminal Court Clerk is looking for qualified candidates who are interested in being considered for appointed professional opportunities. Positions are only available when there is a vacancy within the department. If your application is considered for an appointed assignment, the hiring department will contact you.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of professional leadership duties that may include, but not limited to program oversight, strategic planning, community engagement, and managing department budget.
• Demonstrated experience in program development, evaluation, and community engagement is essential.

KSAs

• Strong understanding of 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.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one by date of employment.
• Must have access to an operable automobile and meet the County requirements for automobile insurance upon date of employment.
• May be required to travel to other Shelby County offices or events.

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department.

The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include appointed positions with Sheriff's Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.