Budget & Management Analyst

What You'll Be Doing

Budget and Management Services is pleased to advertise a Budget and Management Senior Analyst (or Analyst) position within our office. This position has the flexibility to occasionally work remotely. The Budget and Management Analyst will collaborate with departments to develop, evaluate, and analyze county operating and capital budgets, lead and serve on county-wide special projects and help effectively communicate information throughout the organization. Analyst will provide consultation, technical assistance and coordination in the preparation and execution of the budgets.

Budget and Management Services seeks motivated and talented professionals to join its team. Wake County is consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America. The county offers a comprehensive benefit package as well as other programs, resources, policies and practices that integrate work/life strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage portfolio of assignments to include operating departments, capital programs, special revenue, enterprise funds and office functional leads

• Assist in the development of the county's annual operating and capital budgets

• Manipulate data and develop a command of the Financial, Budgeting and Human Resources ERP system and other systems

• Evaluate funding and program request, develop alternatives in collaboration with department staff and recommend approaches

• Develop revenue and expenditure projections and use budget software to capture and evaluate requests

• Monitor budgets throughout the fiscal year working with county departments, outside agencies, etc., to ensure that funds are used in accordance with established goals, guidelines and strategies

• Review and execute budget adjustments, contract approvals and position authorization actions

• Provide management consulting and analysis services to the County Manager's Office and County departments

• Assist departments to achieve their stated goals and objectives by providing programmatic counsel and analytical support

• Serve on RFP development committees, master planning and county-wide policy planning among others

• Work with Budget team to draft budget message, publications and other products

• Leads or provides staff support to investigate and research county-wide issues- conducts special projects

NOTE: This vacancy may be filled as either a Senior Budget & Management Analyst, Budget & Management Analyst or a Budget & Management Analyst Associate based on the applicant pool.

Senior Budget & Management Analyst requires a Bachelor's degree and four years of experience in financial, budgeting, management or policy analysis. A Masters degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or related may be substituted for two years of experience.

Hiring range is $72,051-$129,698

Market Range: $72,051-$129,698

Budget & Management Analyst requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in financial, budgeting, management, or policy analysis. A Masters degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or related may be substituted for experience.

Hiring range is $64,971 - $87,712

Market Range: $64,971-$110,454

Budget & Management Analyst Associate requires a Bachelor's degree and accepted to or currently pursuing a Masters of Public Administration, Masters of Public Policy, or Masters of Business Administration program.

Hiring rate for the Budget & Management Analyst Associate opportunity starts at $53,695.

About Our Team

Wake County Budget and Management Services values leadership, collaboration, innovation, adaptability, accountability, and curiosity. Our team members are our most valuable asset, and we treat them as such with competitive salaries, leadership opportunities, and investment in professional development. Budget and Management Services has the responsibility of providing accurate, timely, and well-researched information and guidance to the Board of Commissioners and the County Manager resulting in the annual budget for all Wake County Government services. Also, staff advise departments of their financial condition and respond to budget, performance, policy, and program evaluation requests. Our team's hard work and dedication paid off this past June, when the Wake County Board of Commissioners adopted a $2.5 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2024, which runs from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. The budget not only addresses needs for the citizens of Wake County, it also supports the employees who work every day to make Wake County the home of the best cities to live, work, and play.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance or related field

• Two years of experience in finance, budgeting, policy or management analysis

• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy or Business Administration

• Two years of experience working as a Budget or Management Analyst in a centralized local, state or federal government budget or finance department in a City or County Manager's Office

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Ability to examine data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems

• Ability to monitor work, information, plans, and organizes time and resources efficiently

• Ability to develop realistic and effective solutions to problems through making sound, evidence-based decisions without exceeding level of authority

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative internal and external relationships while maintaining flexibility and responding positively to change

• Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills

• Set effective agendas, conduct, and participate effectively in meetings

• Ability to serve as a liaison concerning budget revisions and adjustments by fully analyzing the business case behind requests and assessing implications before recommending solutions

About This Position

Location: Justice Center Raleigh, NC 27601

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon

• Fri 8:30am

• 5:30pm Occasional work outside of normal business hours

Hiring Range: Senior Budget & Management Analyst 72,051-129,698; Budget & Management Analyst 64,971-87,712

Market Range: 64,971.00 - 110,454.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 5/14/2024

What Makes Wake Great

Equal Opportunity Statement

Background Check Statement

Emergency Service Worker Statement

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.