8936 - Program Manager I - Tax & Treasury Manager (Finance)

Salary: $41.81 - $53.39 Hourly
Location : Medford, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 8936
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 10/09/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description
Jackson County is seeking an experienced and motivated Tax and Treasury Manager to lead the County's property tax administration and treasury operations. This position plays a key role in safeguarding public funds, ensuring the accurate collection and distribution of property taxes, and overseeing countywide banking and payment processing operations supporting more than $1 billion in annual financial transactions.

Pre-Employment Requirements and/or Preferences

• Experience with Oregon property tax administration including tax collection, distribution, delinquent taxes, foreclosures, and applicable Oregon Revised Statutes.
• Experience with governmental treasury operations, banking transactions, cash management, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of electronic payment systems, credit card and merchant processing services, and ATM operations.
• Experience administering financial or property tax software systems, including identifying opportunities for system improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to property taxation and public funds.
• Experience supervising staff, coordinating complex financial operations, and collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to resolve complex financial and taxpayer issues.
• Submit transcripts, if using college education to meet educational minimum requirements.
• Pass a credit and criminal background check prior to hire.
• Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. Click on the following link to review
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review
• The is a non-represented position. (Management/Confidential)

Job Duties and Requirements
I. Position Summary
Plans, organizes, and manages the development, implementation, and on-going operation of moderately sized program or several small specialized programs. Initiates and implements management activities within program area; prepares and administers budget for the program; and provides leadership and support to staff.

II. Supervision Exercised
Acts as a supervisor to various classifications.
III. Examples of Essential Position Duties

• Coordinates, schedules, and oversees all activities within area of assignment to assure that work is performed efficiently and according to appropriate guidelines, procedures, and regulations; prioritized and coordinates work with other departments, staff, and contractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Selects, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff; conducts performance evaluations, and initiates disciplinary actions as warranted; resolves grievances and other sensitive personnel matters.
• Prepares the annual budget for assigned program or programs based on work schedules, departmental goals and staffing needs; maintains fiscal records and monitors expenditures and distribution of budgeted funds to assure compliance with approved limits.
• Recommends and implements policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards for the efficient and effective operation and maintenance of assigned program, assuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and county policies and goals.
• Manages on-going comprehensive needs assessment, audits, program evaluation, and special studies as required, to assure program compliance with legal requirements.
• Manages and participates in the coordination of assigned program planning and development activities and service delivery strategies among local agencies and organizations, other county departments, private service organizations, schools, citizens groups, community coalitions, advisory boards and committees, and other organizations as necessary.
• Supervises the administration of service contracts, including authorizing payments for services, monitoring for compliance with the contract and implementing corrective action as necessary.
• Remains current on legislation, legal requirements, and ordinances affecting assigned area and interprets information to advise staff or subordinates of any applicable changes in procedures to reflect revised legal requirements.
• Actively researches and prepares, or supervises the preparation of applications for federal, state, and local grant agencies and for funding from other funding sources; assures compliance with grant requirements, directing the preparation of required reports.
• May serve as a key liaison for the program and direct the resolution of inquiries, problems, complaints, or emergencies affecting availability or quality of services. Responds to sensitive or complex inquiries or service complaints.
• Analyzes program effectiveness and recommends improvements to existing services, equipment and operating systems; researches, analyzes and evaluates new developments in assigned area and works to expand existing program and services; develops and recommends new programs and program modifications.
• Develops and maintains a record-keeping system that provides for the proper evaluation, control and documentation of assigned operations, may include client tracking and management information systems.
• Adheres to County and departmental policies and procedures as well as safe work practices, policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with other staff, public officials, the general public and representatives of other agencies.
• Attends and participates in required trainings.
• Has regular and reliable attendance.
• Working irregular hours is required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

IV. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of program management and administration, including budget development, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis, and research methodologies.
• Knowledge of the application and interpretation of federal, state, and local rules, regulations, codes, and ordinances as they relate to area of assignment.
• Knowledge of modern supervisory and management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of practices, principles, and techniques of public administration and the organizational structures and functions of governmental entities and agencies.
• Ability to set work priorities and train, direct, motivate, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
• Ability to apply judgment and discretion in resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to develop, organize, and oversee work programs, including monitoring budgets and funding, work schedules, grant preparation and administration requirements, and progress reviews.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, public officials, the general public, and representatives of other agencies.
• Ability to effectively respond to and reconcile competing interests of governmental entities, community organizations, service providers, contractors, and public representatives as they affect the planning and operation of programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and to make effective public presentations to technical, complex, and often controversial information.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.

V. Minimum Requirements (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following requirements, physical demands and/or working conditions)

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of assignment, Master's degree preferred AND five years of progressively responsible professional experience in program administration, with at least four year in area of assignment including supervisory or managerial experience; OR
Any combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.

Licenses, Certificates and Other

Valid Oregon State Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. Professional licenses and certificates may be required for specific positions.

Physical Demands (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands and/or working conditions)

Typically requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Requires exerting up to 20 pounds frequently, 50 pounds occasionally, of force to move objects. Minimum physical effort is required. Some positions require driving.

Working Environments

Work is generally performed in an office environment and may include exposure to disruptive people.

VI. Additional Information

This classification description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, or requirements, as any one position in this classification may be assigned some or all of these duties, in addition to other duties not explicitly listed here. The various duties, responsibilities and/or assignments of this position may be unevenly balanced and change from time to time based upon matters such as, but not limited to, variations in the shift, work demands, seasons, service levels and management's decisions on how to best allocate department resources. Any shift, emphasis or rebalancing of these assigned duties, responsibilities and/or assignments does not constitute a change in the job classification.

Jackson County Benefit Summary - Management/Confidential Employee
Jackson County provides an excellent, generous and comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their dependents, as applicable.

This overview provides highlights of the comprehensive benefits package Jackson County management/confidential employees receive. If any statement conflicts with the applicable plan documents, Codified Ordinance, and/or Jackson County policies, the applicable documents will govern.

Insurance

Health Insurance - As of July 1, 2026 Regular full-time employees and their eligible dependents receive medical insurance, including prescription and chiropractic, dental, and vision coverage at a cost to the employee of $25.10 per paycheck ($54.40 per month) toward the monthly composite premium. Regular full-time employees may not waive coverage. Regular part-time employees may enroll in the full plan, with a prorated composite premium depending on their full-time equivalent (FTE), or may elect to waive benefits. Coverage begins on the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

Hinge - Provided through Regence, Hinge is an online virtual Physical Therapy benefit for all employees and their dependents enrolled in the health insurance plan. This online virtual service will work around your schedule in the comfort of your own home, and there is no cost to the employee.

Wellness Center by CareATC - In addition to health insurance, certain primary care medical services, lab services, and prescription medications are offered at no out-of-pocket cost for the employee who is enrolled in the County's health insurance plan, and their eligible dependents at the wellness center.

Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment - Fully funded for regular full-time employees (prorated for regular part-time employees), the benefit is equal to two times the employee's annual salary rounded to the next higher $1,000, to a maximum of $500,000. Insurance in excess of $50,000 is a taxable benefit.

Long-term Disability - Fully funded for regular full-time employees (prorated for regular part-time employees), employees are eligible the first of the month following date of hire. The benefits are payable after a waiting period of 60 days at a rate of 66 2/3 percent of base salary, up to a maximum monthly benefit of $12,000.

Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment - Regular employees may choose to participate in additional AD&D coverage through payroll deduction, and have the choice of plan and coverage amounts.

Voluntary Life Insurance - Regular employees may choose to participate in additional Life Insurance coverage through payroll deduction, and have the choice of coverage amounts.
Leaves

Vacation - Regular full-time employees earn vacation leave at a rate of 17 to 33 days annually depending upon years of County service and positi