Senior Budget and Management Analyst

Salary: $84,256.00 - $131,264.00 Annually Location : Towson, MD Job Type: MERIT Job Number: 3.411 07-2024 OBF Department: BUDGET & FINANCE Opening Date: 12/09/2024 Pay Schedule XII Grade 4M A vacancy exists in the Office of Budget and Finance, Budget Formulation and Administration. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interestedtransfer and promotionalcandidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Examples of Duties Under general supervision, assists in the preparation of County budget proposals, analyzes agency budget requests, and conducts studies of the organization, functions, and fiscal condition of County agencies. Assists in the preparation of budget proposals for review by the Director, County Administrative Officer, and County Executive. Analyzes and projects revenues. Prepares statements delineating budget requests, reductions, approved allocations, and anticipated revenue sources. Reviews proposed expenditures for conformance to approved budgets. Reviews, investigates, and analyzes requests for new or additional positions to ascertain that such requests are justified. Analyzes departmental budget requests and recommends approval or rejection thereof. Leads and participates in studies of the organization, methods, procedures, and functions of County agencies. Prepares periodic reports on efficiency and economy. Makes recommendations to increase efficiency and economy of agencies. Participates in County Council budget hearings. Coordinates and performs systems development in conjunction with Data Processing personnel. Examples of Other Duties Prepares correspondence. Performs general office duties. Performs other related duties as required. (NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) Qualifications Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, public administration, political science, or a closely related field plus four years' experience in budget analysis and/or management analysis. (Qualifying education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience. Additional experience in budget analysis and/or management analysis may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Thorough knowledge of municipal accounting and budgeting principles and practices. Thorough knowledge of government and public administration. Thorough knowledge of the functions and operations of municipal government. Thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures relating to accounting and budgeting including spreadsheet programs for personal computers. Skill in investigating and analyzing complex budgetary data. Skill in preparing and interpreting complex financial statements and reports. Skill in performing complex mathematical and statistical calculations necessary to prepare cost projections and other required financial and budgetary data. Ability to review the work of others. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all contacts. Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance) Thorough knowledge of the organizational structure and functions of County government. Thorough knowledge of County budgeting policies and procedures. Thorough knowledge of computer and data processing technologies used in County budgeting. Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Skill in reviewing, analyzing, and formulating budgets of County agencies. Skill in organizing, analyzing, and interpreting financial and management data to solve organizational and budget problems. Skill in preparing and interpreting complex County financial reports and statements. Skill in analyzing and approving the organizational structure of County agencies. Skill in interpreting County budgeting policies. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org) Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Senior Budget and Management Analyst Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, but may include occasional walking, standing, and/or other limited physical activity. Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check. Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Salary Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated. Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification. Sick Leave Vacation Leave Personal Leave Holidays Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services. Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required. Educational Assistance 70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group. Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice. Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

Location: Eudowood, MD, US

Posted Date: 1/9/2025