Budget Analyst

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chesapeake is seeking a Budget Analyst to join the Budget team and contribute to the annual operating budget and CIP totaling more than $2 billion. You will develop data-driven recommendations, build relationships with departments, and work independently to solve complex challenges.

A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, economics, public finance, or related field is required, with at least one year of relevant experience; a Master’s degree is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, economics, public finance, or closely related field is required.
• Minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
• Master's degree in a related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Join a talented Budget team and develop data-driven recommendations to support City leadership.
• Build strong relationships with assigned departments and contribute to the annual operating budget and CIP.
• Prepare analyses and alternatives to assist in budget planning and decision-making.

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, economics, public finance, or closely related field

Master's degree in a related field (desirable)

Job description

Monday – Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

N - Never

Pay Grade

GE13

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$61,647- $101,718 / annually

*Actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

The City of Chesapeake is seeking applications for the position of Budget Analyst. While experience in local government budgeting is preferred, this position is also open to early-career professionals. The ideal candidate demonstrates intellectual curiosity, strong analytical abilities, and the initiative to work independently to develop solutions to complex challenges.

The Budget Analyst will join a talented and innovative Budget team in a city recognized for its stability and effective management. The Budget Department partners with more than 40 City departments to develop an annual operating budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) totaling more than $2 billion. This position provides the opportunity to build strong relationships with assigned departments and make data-driven recommendations to support City leadership.

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, economics, public finance, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience. A master’s degree in a related field is desirable.

Required Qualifications

Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, economics, urban and regional economics, public finance, or a closely related field.

Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Special Requirement(s): 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in government, especially at the local level.

Job Open Date

08/05/2026

Job Close Date

Open Continuous Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasional- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Sitting

Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Walking

Walking Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Lifting

Lifting N = Never

Lifting Amount

Lifting Amount N/A

Carrying

Carrying Weight

Carrying Weight N/A

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling N = Never

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Pushing/Pulling Weight N/A

Reaching

Reaching N = Never

Handling

Handling N = Never

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Kneeling

Kneeling N = Never

Crouching

Twisting

Twisting N = Never

Climbing

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls N = Never

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards N = Never

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards N = Never

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards N = Never

Fire Hazards

Fire Hazards N = Never

Explosives

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust N = Never

Extreme Temperatures

Extreme Temperatures N = Never

Noise and Vibration

Noise and Vibration N = Never

Fumes and Odors

Fumes and Odors N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

Wetness/Humidity N = Never

Darkness or Poor Lighting

Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never

Primary Work Location

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Emergency Situations N = Never

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

NA

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