GOVERNANCE & PERFORMANCE ANALYST I (Career Path) - Budget & Risk Management

About the role

The Governance & Performance Analyst (Levels I–IV) supports the Budget and Risk Management Department in the planning, preparation, analysis, and oversight of countywide budgets. Depending on the level, this role may range from performing professional entry-level budget work to serving as a senior resource responsible for complex analysis, cross-departmental 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.

Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist in planning, developing, evaluating, and monitoring departmental and countywide budgets.
• Review and analyze departmental budget requests for necessity, accuracy, and alignment with County objectives.
• Monitor expenditures and identify variances; provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Prepare recurring and ad-hoc budget reports, financial summaries, and data analysis for department leadership.
• Estimate program costs and forecast revenues and expenditures; support financial planning efforts.
• Analyze accounting data to determine funding needs for programs and initiatives (higher levels may lead these analyses).
• Review contracts and fiscal documents for budgetary compliance.
• Support implementation or improvement of budget systems and processes; senior levels may lead enhancement projects.
• Participate in special projects and assignments; senior levels may coordinate or oversee project teams.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

• Strong customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to prioritize work and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members and departments.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office 365; higher levels require advanced spreadsheet and analytical skills.
• Understanding of cost accounting, budgeting principles, and financial analysis; advanced knowledge required at higher levels.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements