Join the Stafford County team and enjoy a fulfilling public service career with competitive benefits, including long-term financial security through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS). Our mission is simple yet powerful: through a culture of enthusiasm, creativity, and continuous improvement, we strive to make a meaningful difference. As a key leader in Stafford County, VA, the Director of Budget plays a critical role in turning that vision into reality, ensuring our financial strategies align with community priorities, drive innovation, and support responsible stewardship of public resources. The FY2026 Adopted Budget has an All-Funds revenue of just under $1.2 billion, which represents a 7.9% increase over the prior year. The General Fund Operating Revenues adopted in FY2026 were $439.3M, of which $176.0M supported School Operating activities. As Stafford County embarks on critical structural changes to the development and presentation of our annual budget, the Director of Budget will play a central role in leading this complex, countywide effort. This includes spearheading our move to a priority-based budgeting model, ensuring our fiscal decisions are more closely aligned with community priorities and strategic goals. In addition, they will play a crucial role in advancing data transparency initiatives, thereby further strengthening public trust and accountability. Relationship-building is key to this role, and the Director of Budget must be able to foster strong connections with departments, Stafford County Public Schools, County Administration, the Board of Supervisors, and other stakeholders. Grounded in Stafford's values and committed to open communication, they will be focused on understanding the needs of our growing community and ensuring that our budget reflects those priorities. As the leader of the Budget and Management Department, the position will oversee a talented team of four and provide cross-functional support to our Financial Services, including Procurement and Finance teams. The continued success of the new Director of Budget will require embracing and leveraging new technologies to promote continuous improvement. This individual will need to be adept at creating a culture that fosters trust and cooperation. If you are a collaborative leader with a passion for public service, a sharp financial mind, and a commitment to making a lasting impact, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team.