Joseph P. Day
Circuit Court Clerk, Nashville-Davidson County
About Joseph P. Day
Joseph P. Day serves as the 20th Circuit Court Clerk of Nashville - Davidson County, culminating a career in public service that began nearly three decades ago when he joined the offices as a summer intern in 1997. In 2022, Day made history as the first African American elected to this position, and in 2026, voters reaffirmed their confidence in his dedicated leadership by electing him to a second term.
Day developed a passion for working in the public sector and served as deputy clerk, training coordinator and helped establish procedures for each department. He thrived in each role eventually becoming Business Manager of the Traffic Warrant Division. Day spearheaded the consolidation of two separate departments, effectively reducing the office footprint and improving efficiency of the business operations. In 2016, he was promoted to Chief Deputy of Public Relations and Employee Development and oversaw employee development programs and maintained working relationship with governmental, legal, business and professional organizations. Day helped lead the development and implementation of the electronic filing system in the offices of the Circuit Court Clerk.
🎓 Education & Credentials
Day was born and raised in Nashville, TN. He attended Metro Nashville Public Schools for his K-12 education and graduated from Whites Creek High School with honors in 1997.
- Tennessee State University – B.B.A., magna cum laude (2001)
- Cumberland University – M.P.S. in Public Service Management (2011)
- Certified Public Administrator – University of Tennessee – Institute of Public Service (2012)
- County Elected Officials Certificate (CEOC) – University of Tennessee (2025)
🤝 Community Involvement
Day is involved in various community activities and is a member of many organizations. He loves volunteering, coaching and helping others. His work continues to reflect a heart for service and an unwavering commitment to making Nashville better for all residents.