Budget and Policy Analyst I

Requisition ID: 44125 Work Location: Management & Budget Services - Municipal Center Pay Range: A.10, $55,338.90 - $85,775.30 Starting Salary: Minimum of the Pay Range Work Schedule: Mon-Fri; 8AM - 5PM Part Time Hours/Wk: Job Open Date: 4/17/25 Application Deadline:

Job Duties:

At its core the Department of Budget and Management Services provides budget review and policy analysis to top decision makers throughout the City organization, functioning as an internal consultant to departments and leadership. The successful candidate will participate in the analysis of departmental budgets, the review and analysis of the fiscal impact of new and redevelopment projects, research and evaluation of policies and alternatives, development and summarization of financial information for communication with leadership and citizens and recommendations on revenue.

The work is challenging and provides a great level of flexibility and autonomy while also requiring collaboration with staff at all levels of the organization. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills; be self-motivated, and clearly demonstrate critical thinking ability. They also must have a strong understanding of local and regional economic conditions and how those might influence or affect the City over time.

Duties include but not limited to the following:

Independently, or in cooperation with senior analysts, review, analyze, evaluate, and effectively recommend budget requests, appropriations, and adjustments to determine availability of funds and impacts on the budget. Independently carry out all aspects of Operating and CIP Budget reviews and development, and effectively recommend regarding less complex City agencies and programs. Serve as a member of City teams as needed. Identify sources for further research, conduct basic research, collect and analyze data to assist in the preparation of annual budget documents, reports, revenue/expenditure forecasts and program evaluations. Assist in the development of revenue manuals, and Operating and CIP instruction manuals. Demonstrate the capacity to enhance analytical skills to execute progressively responsible assignments.

Official City Job Description:

https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Budget-and-Policy-Analyst-I-01950.pdf

Working Conditions:

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.004067.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Bachelors degree in economics, urban affairs, public or business administration and two (2) years of experience utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with such positions as management budget analyst, financial analyst, research analyst or administrative analyst OR an equivalent combination of education (above high school level) and/or experience equivalent to six (6) years in fields utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with this position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Resume and Cover Letter

Preferences:

Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or Economics
Experience reviewing operating budgets, research and evaluating programs, analyzing public policy and fiscal impact on projects.

Special Instructions:

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid-Time-Off.

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.