Budget Analyst

City of Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Boulder is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the annual budget and six-year CIP in the Central Budget Office. You will analyze budgets citywide, coordinate departments, and help implement financial policies and funding strategies.

The role involves forecasting, reporting, and budget communication to staff and advisory bodies. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or eight years of equivalent experience, plus strong Excel/Word and data interpretation capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or eight years related experience substituting for education.
• Zero to two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor the city’s annual budget and six-year capital improvement program.
• Analyze current and upcoming budgets to ensure strong financial stewardship.
• Serve as central liaison to support department budget development and reporting.
• Perform forecasting and special project research.
• Support outcomes, performance measures, and budget communications.

Skills

Adaptability to change

Integrity and trust

Team player

Analytical, quantitative, problem‑solv

Communicate complex financial data

Meet deadlines under pressure

Public service mindset

Cross‑department collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Finance or related field; or equivalent of eight (8) years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Financial database systems

PowerPoint

Workday

Tyler Munis

Job description

It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder!

Application Deadline:

November 19, 2026

Compensation Details:

Full Pay Range

76,024.00 - 110,260.80

Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range. This is a full-time salaried position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Description Summary:

Under general direction, the Budget Analyst supports the development of the City of Boulder’s annual budget and six-year capital improvement program. The Budget Analyst in the Central Budget Office of the Finance Department serves as a citywide analyst supporting departments across the organization in budget development and monitoring and with the implementation of financial policies, practices, and funding strategies. This position performs budget monitoring, development, and analysis to support financial stewardship in the organization. The position coordinates and liaises with departments, city staff, and community members on budgetary items and assists with special projects.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in developing the City of Boulder’s annual budget and six-year capital improvement program.
• Monitors and performs analysis on current and upcoming fiscal year budgets to ensure strong financial stewardship.
• Serves as a central liaison to support department budget development, including analysis, projections and reporting.
• Performs forecasting and analysis, and special project research.
• Supports the development of outcomes, performance measures, and targets across the organization.
• Prepares information about funding options and budget constraints to present to key advisory, staff, and legislative bodies.
• Supports budget community engagement.
• Prepares written reports, agenda items, presentations, monthly financial reports, and other documents to communicate budgetary information.
• Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the City.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to be open to new ideas and change.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity, honesty and trust.
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors and skills of a team player that carries their share of the workload.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial and budgetary data to non-financial customers.
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks while working under pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of and ability, interest, and desire to communicate courteously and effectively with the public and city staff and to provide good customer service in-person and virtually.
• Knowledge of and experience using analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in being a champion of recommended financial strategies and policies.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Excel and Word and financial database systems.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to demonstrate professional experience in local government, municipal budgeting, or public finance.
• Knowledge of and experience using PowerPoint and data visualization software.
• Knowledge of and experience using Workday, Tyler Munis, or another financial and budgeting enterprise system.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Finance or related field; or equivalent of eight (8) years related experience may substitute for the education requirement only.
• Zero (0) to two (2) years’ experience.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received: Budget Analyst Principal

Supervision Exercised: None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Physical and Mental Effort: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation that permits the employee to review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written documents and materials. Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate computer equipment and other office equipment. Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to work in an office setting. Work may include extended periods of time viewing a monitor and operating a keyboard. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines, public contact, and changing priorities and conditions.
• Work Environment:May be required to work irregular hours, weekends, evenings, holidays, and in emergency situations.
• Machines and Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators and multi-function printers.City vehicle.

As part of the City of Boulder’s commitment to a future with equitable access to health, prosperity, and fulfillment that is not limited by a person’s race, ethnicity, age, gender, ability, religion, sexuality, or socioeconomic status, it is the city’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all individuals. The city does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or policy.