Budget Analyst COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Moss Interactive, LLC; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Budget Analyst at California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office in Sacramento leads the development, implementation, and oversight of State Operations and Local Assistance budgets. This role uses FI$Cal and other budget systems to coordinate with diverse stakeholders across the system to ensure effective planning and compliance.

Responsibilities include budget development, administration, and the delivery of training on budget processes, tools, and related work products, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the state budget process and related procedures.
• Strong analytical, research, and presentation skills.
• Intermediate or Advanced Excel knowledge and abilities.
• Experience with budget development, administration, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, monitor, maintain, and manage the Chancellor’s Office budgets.
• Support administration, oversight, and monitoring of State Operations budgets and Local Assistance.
• Provide technical guidance and training on budget processes and tools.
• Collaborate with internal staff and external stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Skills

State budget process knowledge

Analytical skills

Excel knowledge

Budget procedures

Tools

Excel

Job description

Budget Analyst COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAM ASSISTANT

California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office

Sacramento, CA Full Time Education Posted 08/12/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Director of the Budget Office within the College Finance and Facilities Planning Division, the Budget Analyst serves as a key member of the team responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and management of the Chancellor’s Office State Operations and Local Assistance budgets. This work involves the use of complex budget workbooks and state budget and accounting systems, including FI$Cal, while collaborating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

The Budget Analyst provides technical expertise and support for complex and sensitive Chancellor’s Office and California Community Colleges programs, including the annual budget development and administration process through grants, contracts, and apportionments. The incumbent works closely with program staff, the Accounting Office, Fiscal Services Unit, Human Resources, district fiscal agents, the Department of Finance, the State Controller’s Office, and other stakeholders to ensure effective budget planning, management, and compliance.

The incumbent is expected to possess a comprehensive understanding of budget methodologies, processes, and controls used throughout the Chancellor’s Office. Responsibilities include supporting the administration, oversight, and monitoring of divisional State Operations budgets, the Local Assistance Matrix, and the Set-Aside Review Workbook. The Budget Analyst also participates in the development and delivery of training and guidance to internal staff on budget processes, tools, and related work products.

In addition, the incumbent applies a high degree of knowledge, analytical skill, and independent judgment to support budget advocacy efforts, assist with the development of annual budget requests, and contribute to the ongoing administration and stewardship of Chancellor’s Office and systemwide budgets. The Budget Analyst performs a variety of other budget-related assignments and special projects as needed to support organizational priorities and objectives.

Interested Candidates may establish eligibility by taking the experience and education exam: 2PBCM.PDF (ca.gov)

Employees must reside in CA for a job appointment.

The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on the Chancellor’s Office’s evolving telework policy. The Chancellor’s Office supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to the headquarters office in Sacramento if an urgent need arises.

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

Working Conditions

Hybrid work setting provided.

Required to make frequent public presentations, both in person and virtually.

Ability to use standard computer, computer software, and/or office machines for an extended period of time.

Communicate in a clear and concise manner to a diverse community of stakeholders.

Work in a climate-controlled, open office environment under artificial lighting.

Exposure to computer screens and other basic office equipment.

Ability to effectively work within the state of CA.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist

Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-528219

Position #(s): 364-110-2550-031

Working Title: Budget Analyst

Classification: COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAM ASSISTANT

$7,138.00 - $8,934.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: Full-Time, Hybrid work setting

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information

Vision 2030 | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office (cccco.edu)

The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in the nation, with 2.2 million students attending 116 colleges. Our colleges provide students with the knowledge and background necessary to compete in today’s economy. With a wide range of educational offerings, the colleges provide workforce training, basic courses in English and math, certificate and degree programs and preparation for transfer to four-year institutions.

The mission of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and the Chancellor's Office is to empower the community colleges through leadership, advocacy and support.

The Chancellor’s Office values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive community and we see these values as connected to our mission and critical to ensure the well-being of our staff and the students we serve. View the CO Strategic Plan.

For more information, see http:\/\/www.cccco.edu\/

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Chancellor's Office team members are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most team members.

Telework Schedule Options

Tuition Reimbursement up to $1500 for eligible employees

Transfer, Training and Advancement Opportunities

Discounted Public Transit

Numerous Discounts for CA State employees through LifeMart

Please see the California Department of Human Resources benefits website: http:\/\/www.calhr.ca.gov\/employees\/Pages\/salary-and-benefits.aspx for further information.

Special Requirements

The Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be no more than a maximum of two pages typed, single-spaced, in 12 pt. Arial font. Indicate your name, the position number and "Statement of Qualifications" at the top of the page. The SOQ must be organized and numbered in the order of the desirable qualifications. Give specific examples, including your role and responsibilities, as well as outcomes.

1. Describe how your education and work experience make you qualified for this position. Include descriptions of your problem- solving ability and how your knowledge and experience would help you perform the tasks described in the duty statement.

2. Describe why you are interested in this position and how working with the California Community Colleges would align with your career development goals.

Resumes and cover letters will not be considered a substitute for the required SOQ. Each response within the SOQ must include reference to the correlating number and/or question.

Please do NOT add any confidential information to your application or supporting documentation such as: Social Security number, Date of Birth, Disability information, LEAP status, examination scores, pictures, etc.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

Qualifications & Requirements

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:

1. Knowledge and professional experience of the state budget process.

2. Strong analytical, research, and presentation skills.

3. Intermediate or Advanced Excel knowledge and abilities.

4. Professional work experience with (or ability to learn) community college local assistance and state operations budget procedures.

5. Ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal guidance or direction as well as collaboratively as a team member.

6. Multitask, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.

7. Communicate confidently and courteously in a clear and concise manner in a diverse community.

About California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office

The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in the nation, with 1.8 million students attending 116 colleges. Our colleges provide students with the knowledge and background necessary to compete in today’s economy. With a wide range of educational offerings, the colleges provide workforce training, basic courses in English and math, certificate and degree programs and preparation for transfer to four-year institutions.The mission of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and the Chancellor's Office is to empower the community colleges through leadership, advocacy and support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.