Senior Budget Examiner

Suffolk County • Hauppauge, NY

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About The Position

The Suffolk County Budget Office is seeking to fill the position of Senior Budget Examiner in their Hauppauge location. Key Elements Of The Role : Supervises and instructs employees in conducting reviews and preparing reports; Compiles budget requests and tentative recommendations for review of the County Executive and Budget Director; Prepares complete and concise budget forms and instructions and keeps them up-to-date; Assists departments in interpretation of budget instructions and in preparation of budget in the development, preparation and implementation of both operating and capital budgets; Makes projections of expenditures and revenue trends; Evaluates reallotment requests and reviews departmental encumbrance requests. Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.

Requirements

• Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree AND Four (4) years experience in budgetary review and preparation.
• Relevant additional education from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university will be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Budget Analyst; OR, Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Budget Examiner; OR, One (1) year of permanent status as a Senior Budget Analyst.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and instructs employees in conducting reviews and preparing reports
• Compiles budget requests and tentative recommendations for review of the County Executive and Budget Director
• Prepares complete and concise budget forms and instructions and keeps them up-to-date
• Assists departments in interpretation of budget instructions and in preparation of budget in the development, preparation and implementation of both operating and capital budgets
• Makes projections of expenditures and revenue trends
• Evaluates reallotment requests and reviews departmental encumbrance requests

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior