Hybrid Budget and Management Analyst - Office of Management and Budget (OMB) at City of Fort Lauderdale, FL
City of Fort Lauderdale, FL · Fort Lauderdale, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Professional
- Office in Fort Lauderdale
About the Department

Performs administrative and professional work as a fiscal and management consultant to departments in a collaborative nature and acts as staff advisor to the City Manager's Office. Responsible for coordinating and developing recommendations for resource allocation activities and issues throughout the year.
Work performed also includes budget monitoring, forecasting, and operational analysis. Work requires close attention to detail and a high level of analytical ability to provide input in the formulation of the City's budget as well as a strong aptitude for innovation.
Position Duties
- Conducts in-depth administrative and operational studies; develop and perform statistical and research studies
- Advises departments regarding budget issues, draft policies and procedures
- Assists in the maintenance of proper budgetary controls; prepare special financial and budget reports; and participate in a wide variety of related complex special assignments and projects.
- Participates in the evaluation of work measurement/productivity studies, management control, plans of service, fiscal accountability, methods analysis, and other elements of management and administration.
- Assists in compiling statistical and financial data in order to examine budgets, and to justify funds requested.
- Conducts complex revenue and expenditure forecasts; coordinates and conducts sensitive and complex budgetary policy, financial, statistical, and programmatic research; analyzes spreadsheets and financial data for the purpose of making a financial recommendation leading to the efficient use of funds and to facilitate short and long range planning.
- Performs financial and operational analysis of a department's organizational structure, management systems, and manpower staffing needs to assist in the development of departmental-wide strategies and plans in support of the City's strategic objectives.
- Examines all budget estimates for completeness and conformance with procedures, regulations and prevailing policies, quality control, impact on and/or duplication with other departments, and inclusion of City Commission priorities; analyzes the need for budget amendments and carry forward requests and prepares the appropriate City Commission agenda items.
- May support the Community Investment Plan development process; the Citywide Grants Management process; and/or assist with the quarterly budget-to-actuals projection report
- Performs related work as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, statistics, economics, business or public administration, or other appropriate field.
- Possess at least one (1) year of responsible professional experience in budgeting, accounting, auditing, or in performing related fiscal or management analysis work. Governmental experience is preferred.
- A qualifying Master's Degree in a job-related field is preferred and may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
- Intermediate or higher-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite required.
- If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
Other Qualifications
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
