Salary: $69,647.08 - $114,917.69 Annually
Location : Cobb County 911 Center, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 05207
Department: E-911 Admin
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Closing Date: 10/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 114

Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to manage budgeting, accounting and purchasing operations for an assigned department. This classification oversees lower-level staff.

Essential Functions

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all County or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.

Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to management.

Manages financial activities; monitors budget, revenues, expenditures and financial performance for assigned department/division; prepares budget for assigned area and related programs; provides interpretation of financial policies, governmental legislation, accounting principles, etc.; researches budget errors and discrepancies; recommends corrective actions when necessary; and assists with planning for future financial needs and recommends funding alternatives.

Manages procurement process for assigned department/division in compliance with County purchasing policies, rules and regulations; and monitors employee use of purchasing card and related transactions; and maintains related documentation.

Reviews all financial transactions to insure proper account classification, budget transfer, accuracy, and availability of funds; verifies and approves invoices for payment; and maintains related documentation.

Monitors grant contracts and grant funded projects; maintains extensive knowledge of grant contracts, requirements, and grant management processes and regulations; reviews and approves grant fund reimbursements and related payments; and maintains and submits required records and documentation.

Prepares, maintains and submits a variety of financial reports and records as required by local, state or federal rules and regulations; and prepares, analyzes, and reviews a variety of month end, quarterly and yearly financial reports.

Analyzes proposed projects from a financial perspective to include funding sources and availability of funds; coordinates and evaluates needed components of the project; develops plans and coordinates with appropriate staff to implement project; monitors project progress, budget, etc.; and maintains related documentation.

Responds to financial inquiries from departmental staff; assists external auditors with the review of departmental financial activities; and conducts internal audits when necessary.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Public or Business Administration or related field required; supplemented by five years of progressively responsible experience in business accounting, finance, purchasing, budget administration, including experience in associated operational, risk management, purchasing and inventory control functions; or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

02

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Yes
• No

03

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?

• Yes
• No

05

Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

06

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have in business accounting, finance, purchasing, and budget administration?

• No experience
• Less than five years of experience
• Five to seven years of experience
• More than seven years of experience

08

Describe your experience with business accounting, finance, purchasing, budget administration, including experience in associated operational, risk management, purchasing and inventory control functions. Enter N/A if not applicable. 'See resume' will not be accepted.
09

Do you have experience in operational functions such as risk management, purchasing, and inventory control?

• Yes
• No

10

Please describe your experience with operational functions, including risk management, purchasing, and inventory control.
11

How many years of management and supervisory experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than one year of experience
• One to five years of experience
• More than five years of experience

12

Please describe your experience in a supervisory role. Please indicate your areas of supervisory responsibility and number of direct and indirect reports. Enter N/A if not applicable. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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The elements for the selection process for all non-sworn applicants could include one or more of the following elements: written examination, skills testing, oral interview, medical examination and drug screening. A background investigation will also be conducted. This investigation may include a current check on the applicant's credit, criminal and driver history. All information provided in the application will be verified. Personal or verbal contact will be made with all reference supplied by the applicant and/or other sources. The applicant will be required to provide written explanations for any issues in questions brought forth during the background investigation.

• I AGREE to the terms stated.
• I DO NOT AGREE to the terms stated.

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The duration of the selection process will vary by applicant due to availability for appointments and other factors. The average time period for completion of all elements of the background process is approximately three months. Reapplication by any applicant previously removed from the process will be taken on a case by case basis specific to each applicant's situation and past reason for removal. I hereby acknowledge that if I elect to continue in the application process, all elements will be subject to Cobb County Department of Public Safety's Hiring Standards.

• I AGREE to the terms stated.
• I DO NOT AGREE to the terms stated.

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