Job Description
The Department of Police Services, Fiscal Management Section, is searching for a motivated and experienced candidate to fill a Business Officer position. Incumbents perform professional-level fiscal and administrative management support. Incumbents serve as front-line working supervisors. Positions assigned to the Police Department may also assist with grant expenditures.
Essential Duties
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Budget planning, monitoring, analysis, and oversight (operating, technology, revenue, capital)
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Procurement activities (authorizing/approving purchases, generating purchase orders, confirming goods receipts, processing invoices, identifying the appropriate method of procurement, bid specifications, contract/agreement reviews and routing, etc.)
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Supervisory functions (performance monitoring, delegation, reviewing work for accuracy and completion, providing feedback, coaching, motivation, and training)
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Understanding of Gwinnett County Policies and Procedures (including Business Expenditure Policy; Purchasing Ordinance; Purchasing Procedures) and Oracle reporting functions
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Compiles data, completes audits, and submits various reports
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Develops training documents/guides and presentation materials
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Scans, copies, and other similar functions
Other Job Requirements/Information-
Strong adherence to deadlines with demonstrated ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently
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Exercise sound and independent judgment, utilizing resources and experience to drive decision making
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Excellent organization skills and initiative
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Analytical skills with keen attention to detail, while maintaining a high level of accuracy
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Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with individuals at all organizational levels (both orally and in writing)
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Strong leadership skills, including the ability to promote accountability, monitor work performance, solution-oriented problem-solving, provide guidance and support to staff, and adapt to evolving operational needs
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Capacity to succeed both independently and collaboratively
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This job is a civilian position in a public safety department. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a public safety background is required to include motor vehicle, criminal histories, and fingerprinting.
Grade
The grade for this position is C41(1). Salary will be dependent on education and experience.
Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field and
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Two years of professional level accounting experience or
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An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Preferred Qualifications-
Two years of financial experience including bookkeeping, payables, receivables, cash management, contracts, purchasing, and customer service
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Supervisor experience
Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more
Careers with impact
Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!
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Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
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Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
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Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email
[email protected].
