Budget Analyst

State of California; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California seeks an Associate Governmental Program Analyst to manage and analyze budgetary functions within the Department of Water Resources. The role involves independent analytical tasks, program management, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to support California's water resource initiatives. Candidates should have strong communication skills and experience in financial planning, with proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel and SAP. This position represents an opportunity to contribute to sustainable resource management and implement budgetary controls effectively.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience with budget analysis and financial reporting.
• Must effectively communicate with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Perform budget planning and financial analysis on state projects.
• Prepare reports on fiscal policies and manage program functions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure program compliance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration

Financial planning

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Budget Analyst
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

Final Filing Date: 6/19/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the direction of the Administrative Officer II (Resources Agency)in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst works independently, performing a wide variety of analytical and administrative duties such as planning, organizing, and implementing budget, facilities, space planning, program analysis, and program control functions for OGC.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

Executive, Office of the General Counsel, Sacramento

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR’s Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers .

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 6/19/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Water Resources Mailing Address Attn: Division of Human Resources P.O. Box 1079 Sacramento , CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Water Resources Submit in Person Certification Desk 715 P Street, 7th floor Sacramento , CA 95814 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - See Special Instructions for additional details.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 6/19/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Water Resources Mailing Address Attn: Division of Human Resources P.O. Box 1079 Sacramento , CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Water Resources Submit in Person Certification Desk 715 P Street, 7th floor Sacramento , CA 95814 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - See Special Instructions for additional details.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience with SAP and State budget process is a plus
• Must be able to collaboratively and professionally communicate with DWR executive management, colleagues, and with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work with limited supervision andexercise professional judgment
• Experience with budgets, financial planning, funds management, or business management
• Experience developing, creating, and maintaining large Excel spreadsheets and utilizing reports
• Proficient knowledge of and skills with Microsoft Office Suite, including: Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams
• Proficient knowledge of and skills with Adobe Acrobat
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in the face of changing priorities and situations
• Consistently exercise a high degree of initiative to analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action
• Excellent attendance and an orientation toward customer service

Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Office of Civil Rights
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), resume, and a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Applications without ALL the required documents WILL NOT be considered. Please reference SAP Position # 50030538 and Job Control #479355 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be titled “Statement of Qualifications” and include the applicant’s name and Job Control number on the first page. The SOQ must be typed and be no more than 2 pages, use 12-point font, and include each question. Applicants who do not follow these requirements may not be reviewed or considered. The SOQ must include responses to the following questions:

1. Describe how your education and work experience qualify you for this position. Provide specific examples demonstrating your skills and knowledge in fiscal analysis, budget development, and expenditure management. If any budget or accounting programs were used, please provide those details and be as specific as possible.

2. This position requires the ability to research and analyze information and to connect with staff at all levels. Please describe up to two specific examples that demonstrate your communication skills, as well as your knowledge and experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting. If any programs or software were used, please provide those details and be as specific as possible.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total hours worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes,cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered:List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.

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List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.