Budget Analyst at Williamson County, TX

About the Department

***This position is funded to begin 10/01/2025***

Reporting directly to the Budget Officer, responsible for participating in the preparation of the annual county-wide budget by gathering and analyzing data for use in financial and budget documents.

Position Duties

• Conducts research on budgetary information for departments, as requested, regarding matters such as adequate funding and line-item transfers
• Communicates regularly with county staff, department heads, and elected officials on matters concerning budget issues/questions, research, and/or statistics
• Gathers, organizes, interprets, and presents data for use in financial and budget preparation
• Develops annual budget reporting resources including Budget in Brief brochures, the GFOA document, annual budget reports, and defines budget processes with flowcharts and procedural documentation
• Gathers and maintains departmental performance measures, accomplishments, and challenges as it pertains to the County’s Strategic Plan, including documenting financial metrics
• Coordinates with the Commissioners Court on the annual selection and notification process for the Salary Grievance Committee per statutory requirements
• Researches and evaluates county-wide departmental staffing needs, technology requirements, and patterns of material usage for budget recommendations
• Analyzes departmental statistics to assess operational efficiency, providing data-driven recommendations for optimal staffing levels and resource allocations
• Examines budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations
• Participates in all budgetary systems or applications development including testing and implementation
• Gathers and reviews all requests and orchestrates the public assistance process for the annual distributions of funding
• Reviews Commissioners Court Agenda to verify availability of funds for transfers; prepares agenda items, as needed
• Assists in the position control process by updating the position budget salaries and works with departments regarding unallocated funding inquiries
• Approves Personnel Action Sheets (PAS) budget for new hires and any changes to positions
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures for budget preparation, contributing to a streamlined and efficient budget process
• Cross-trains with office staff to ensure continuity of departmental operations
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Budget Officer
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three (3) years of budget or finance experience within a large organization; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior experience conducting quantitative and/or qualitative research
• Knowledge of governmental accounting/budgeting practices
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Five (5) years of budget or finance experience
• Prior experience using Oracle and PowerPlan
• Bilingual (Spanish)

EMPLOYMENT TESTING 

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

Other Qualifications

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.  
 

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).  If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.