211 - Senior Budget Analyst

City of Brownsville (TX) • Brownsville, TX

39d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of a Budget Analyst is to perform complex budget preparation and analysis work. The class is responsible for assisting the Budget Officer in the coordination of budgetary activities, reviewing and analyzing department budgets and performance measures. Works with City departments and senior management staff to ensure compliance with the annual capital expenditure plan or adopted operating budgets; assist Budget Officer in the development and monitoring of information and reports to provide decision - making tools related to capital plans and fund projections; and creates new funds to address needs of assigned departments.

Requirements

• Ph.D./J.D./P.E., etc. (no experience), or master's degree plus three years of experience, or bachelor's degree plus five years of experience, or associate's degree plus seven years of experience, or high school graduation or GED plus nine years of experience.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Budget Officer by developing, preparing, and assisting the City Administrator with the presentation and implementation of the City's annual budget.
• Participate in the development of the department's annual budget. Conduct reviews of departmental operations, and budget requests, analyze complex funding structures and restrictions, and recommend funding levels.
• Analyze and recommend costs and benefits of alternative methods of financial management of programs and administrative operations.
• Assist the Budget Officer to coordinate, compile, plan, and directs the long-term Capital Improvement Program for the City.
• Assists departments and senior management staff in ensuring compliance with annual operating, capital outlay, and capital improvement plans; develops and monitors information and processes, such as capital project management reports, fund appropriation approval requests, expenditure reconciliations, and criteria for closing capital projects; and updates capital plans and/or fund projections.
• Coordinates and monitors the implementation of new budget initiatives adopted by the City Commission, compiles, and reviews plan implementation, and provides monthly status updates.
• Assists in Developing and proposing policies and procedures for budget development and administration and assists with the design of the on-line budget application to streamline the budget process using advanced technology.
• Perform budget formulation and cost estimates to support plans, programs, and activities.
• Review and evaluate budget requests.
• Control and report obligations and expenditures.
• Participate and assist in special projects when necessary.

Benefits

• Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.
• The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife.
• Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan.
• Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.
• Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life.
• Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
• The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually.
• Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.
• Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree