Budget & Evaluation Analyst

Position Description

This position is responsible as the primary representative for their assigned area(s) to support the process of developing and preparing annual budgets and lead on monitoring current year spending compared to budget with the complexities of identifying major policy, program and fiscal issues; conducting research, reviewing financial records, reports and other resources to assist and strategically develop options for budgeting and the financial application of resources. Recommends solutions to Department Heads, The Director of Budget, The City Council and Mayor. The position requires a high level of analytical skill and an understanding of the political process of translating policy initiatives into budgeted resources. This position monitors, analyzes and prepares updates on financial performance against budgets and forecasts; Manage short-term and longer-term financial analysis on projects to assist assigned departments in responding to directives from the Mayor and Council. This position will also lead our financial policy and procedure review and manage at least one external contract.

A resume and cover letter are a required attachment. Please attach to your application.

Work Location

This position currently works on-site two days a week and remotely three days a week but is subject to change seasonally.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor City legislative processes, and policy development discussions with elected officials and department staff and be available to assist by providing information and analysis in fiscal issues.

• Analyze the impact of budget proposals and legislative actions, and prepare briefing papers for department management.

• Develop and conduct financial studies as assigned to meet goals and expectations of the City; develop and present analysis regarding efficient and economic use of resources.

• Participate in business planning and develop short (Budget Cycle) and longer-term financial projections as assigned to respond to Mayoral and Council directives.

• Collect financial data and information relevant to the organizational structure of the assigned areas of responsibility. Performs financial and statistical analysis utilizing relevant data.

• Collect and analyze information on an assigned project and subject area, prepare reports summarizing findings and make presentation.

• Conduct research on project histories through the review of financial records, reports, applied resources and outcomes to assist assigned areas in forecasting future opportunities.

• Utilize financial systems to support departments in their initiatives.

• Collect and analyze information on assigned projects and subject areas.

• Prepare written reports summarizing findings.

• Present logic used to determine objective conclusions as well as alternatives worthy of consideration.

• Develop and present analysis for both long and short-term funding opportunities.

• Work with leadership in assigned areas, identify and analyze opportunities for improvements in the deployment of budgeted resources.

• Assist in the production of financial reports and the annual budget book

• Provide work team strategic advice to department heads and department managers with a high degree of independence and discretion.

• Manage at least one contract with an external service provider.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, or similar area of study.

Minimum Experience

Two (2) years of experience performing similar duties in a public-sector environment.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is non-represented (CNR).

Eligible List Statement

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire in two months after it has been established.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A Master's Degree in Business, Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration or closely related field is highly desirable and preferred.

• Knowledge of public sector budgeting processes as well as operational challenges of providing a broad range of services to the public.

• An understanding of public financing and revenue sources that exist or are potentially available to meet the resource requirements of the City.

• Considerable knowledge of public budgeting, accounting and investment principles and practices.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of financial analysis, including cost benefit analysis and forecasting.

• Good knowledge of financial accounting systems and databases used in the assigned area.

• Ability to analyze, interpret and report results of analysis.

• Ability to present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels in the City structure.

• Good judgment and political sensitivity.

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products.