BUDGET ANALYST - FISCAL SERVICES OPERATIONS - Public Health

About the role

Budget Analyst (Levels I–IV) supports the Public Health Department in the planning, preparation, analysis, and oversight of departmental budgets. Depending on the level, the role may range from performing professional entry‑level budget work to serving as a senior resource responsible for complex analysis, cross‑division coordination, and project leadership. Analysts at all levels contribute to supporting departments, analyzing financial data, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with County policy and budgetary guidelines. Progression through levels is based on a combination of experience, performance, demonstration of required competencies, and departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, evaluates, and monitors departmental and grant budgets.
• Monitors program revenue, expenditures, grants, and other public health funds to ensure alignment with county, state, and federal policies.
• Monitors expenditures and identifies variances; provides recommendations for corrective actions.
• Prepares recurring and ad‑hoc budget reports, financial summaries, and data analysis for department leadership.
• Estimates program costs and forecasts revenues and expenditures; supports financial planning efforts.
• Analyzes accounting data to determine funding needs for programs and initiatives (higher levels may lead these analyses).
• Reviews grant contracts and fiscal documents for budgetary compliance.
• Supports implementation or improvement of budget systems and processes; senior levels may lead enhancement projects.
• Participates in special projects and assignments; senior levels may coordinate or oversee project teams.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Supervisory responsibilities: none except for Level IV Budget Analyst.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Years of experience requirements vary by level and are typically progressive:
  • Level I (Entry Level): One (1) year of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting, preferably in local government finance or public administration.
  • Level II (Intermediate): Two (2) years of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting, preferably in local government finance or public administration.
  • Level III (Advanced): Three (3) years of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting, preferably in local government finance or public administration.
  • Level IV (Senior/Lead): Five (5) years of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting, preferably in local government finance or public administration, and one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field (preferred).
• Experience in local government finance or public administration (preferred).
• Advanced analytics or system‑enhancement experience (preferred for higher levels).

Skills

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to stay organized and prioritize workload.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Analytical skills.
• Understanding of cost accounting, budgeting principles, and financial analysis