Principal Budget Analyst - Office of Management & Budget

• Provide a wide variety of responsible, complex and sensitive administrative and programmatic support for work unit; oversee assigned administrative processes, procedures and programs; and perform analytical support to assigned programs and departments.
• Coordinate, assign and review work and established work schedules for group assignments and departmental projects; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Direct the data collection, compilation, coordination and organization of budget documentation; develop budget recommendations; participate and advise division managers in the administration of department budget; prepare various financial reports as required.
• Research, develop, recommend and implement operational, administrative, program and other policies and procedures; may assist in contract negotiations.
• Leads a team conducting studies for management that may include, but are not limited to cost/benefit analysis, performance assessment, and statistical analysis.
• Monitor assigned departmental budgets throughout the year; coordinates preparation of status reports; reviews, investigates and approves budget related forms; prepares correspondence pertaining to budgetary matters.
• Design, prepare and present complex data in a coherent oral, written or graphic manner; may perform analysis using sophisticated analysis and computer software applications.
• Develop, manage, and monitor contracts and provides analytical review of associated programs, project goals and objectives for compliance.
• Plan, organize, direct and conduct complex administrative, operational, budgetary and other studies with City-wide or major internal operational or funding impact; prepare comprehensive technical, statistical and analytical reports and records which present and interpret data and identify alternative solutions or proposals; make and justify recommendations.
• Respond to concerns and questions from the general public; review problems and recommend corrective actions; prepare reports noting trends or escalating issues.
• Participate in all phases of budget preparation; reviews and analyzes department budget request; makes expenditure and revenue recommendations; confirms organizational charts and personnel schedules.
• Develop short and long range financial/management plans: Revenue & expenditure forecasting/analysis; Preparation of financial trends/indicators report; Preparation of a five-year financial plan; Analysis and preparation of risk management and benefits projections.
• Participate in long-term financial planning which may include: (1) Strategic planning; (2) Fiscal Sustainability; (3) Civic engagement; (4) Communicate and coordinate with executive management; and (5) Conduct training and development.
• Coordinate, facilitate, conduct and participate in inter-departmental, division and various meetings.
• Represent the department when interacting with consultants, public and private organizations, community groups and the general public as required.
• Coordinate activities with other City departments, the public and outside agencies.
• Participate in various committees; attend and participate in professional group meetings.
• Maintain calendars of department activities, meetings and various events; coordinate activities with other city departments, the public and outside agencies; attend meetings as a representative of Office of Management and Budget.
• Participate in ensuring records are maintained according to retention schedules.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Finance or Business Management; with four (4) years of experience in government budgetary/management analysis, accounting or quantitative analysis; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. May require the ability to conduct field investigations.
 
 Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
 
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices of budget administration.
• State and city budgetary policies.
• Advanced principles and practices of policy and procedure development.
• Advanced methods of research, program analysis and report preparation.
• Advanced public relations techniques.
• Policies and procedures of the assigned department.
• Principles of training and administrative support.
• Principles and procedures of accounting and procurement practices.
• Pertinent local, state, and federal regulations, laws and codes.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Modern office procedures and methods including common office software and hardware.
• Advanced records management principles and practices.

Skill in:

• Developing short and long-range plans.
• Establishing priorities and organizing work.

Ability to: 

• Independently perform the most difficult administrative and analytical activities in the area of work assigned involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Understand the organization and operation of the assigned department and/or outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Interpret, apply, explain and enforce City, administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Research, analyze and evaluate programs, policies and procedures.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, recommend best options and implement approved solution in support of goals.
• Interact with a variety of individuals from different socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds in sensitive or difficult situations.
• Communicate, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; including co-workers and counterparts.

Core Workforce Competencies:

• Professionalism – Models core values by being honest, respectful and positive; continuously demonstrates the core values of the City.
• Managing Performance – Takes responsibility for own and assigned group's performance, by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against the goals, ensuring regular feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly.
• Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.
• Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the core purpose and values.
• Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.
• Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.
• Decisiveness – Willingness to make difficult decisions in a timely manner. 
• Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.
• Forward Thinking – Anticipating the consequences of situations and decisions; taking appropriate action to be prepared for possible changes.
• Developing and Empowering Others – Willingness to delegate responsibility to teammates; coaching junior budget analysts to develop their capabilities.
• Technical and Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical job area.