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Budget Analyst

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
301 West Jefferson Street (Show on map)
Jul 18, 2025
Posting Date 07/17/25 Application Deadline 07/31/25 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $69,500 - $88,254.40 annually Full Range: $69,500 - $107,000 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Office of Budget and Finance About the Position Are you a numbers enthusiast with strong analytical skills? Do you aspire to make a meaningful impact in public service? Join us in the pivotal role of Budget Analyst, where you will play a key part in managing Maricopa County's impressive $4 billion budget. As a Budget Analyst, you will be at the heart of strategic budgetary planning, supporting the preparation and maintenance of the county's comprehensive budget throughout the fiscal year. You will gain a holistic view of the budget process and collaborate with professionals from over 50 departments, ensuring our fiduciary responsibilities are met for the residents of Maricopa County. We are seeking high achievers who are proactive, team-oriented, and ready to drive our department forward. If you're ready to take the initiative and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want you on our team! About Us We achieve results through innovation and critical thinking. The mission of the Maricopa County Office of Budget and Finance is to provide timely and accurate information by utilizing our expertise to delivery reports and analysis to the Board, County leadership and other stakeholders, so they can make fiscally responsible decisions. Come join a team that asks "why" and gets the job done! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of professional experience in budgeting or financial management Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field required An equivalent combination of post-secondary education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis We Also Value Master's degree in public administration, business administration, or related field preferred Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation Job Contributions Perform budget administration services, including monthly forecast analysis, position management analysis, and board agenda item review Prepare budget development and consolidation documents, including budget baselines, analysis reports, recommendations, agreements, and research reports Review, analyze, and make recommendations concerning funding requests for new or expanded programs Consult with departments on long-range forecasts of revenues, expenditures, demands for services, and other business issues Monitor, report, and evaluate results of the program and other performance measures Review state and federal legislation for County financial impacts Working Conditions General office environment Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Position may require occasional travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County or private vehicles on County business Requires working standard business hours Monday through Friday and may be required to work after hours, on weekends, or holidays as needed during the pressing months of the budget cycle Limited availability for vacation use from January to June Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!