BUDGET ANALYST - FISCAL SERVICES OPERATIONS - Public Health

Tarrant County College; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement benefits (TCDRS)

Wellness Program

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Tarrant County College is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the Public Health Department in planning, preparing, analyzing, and overseeing departmental budgets across levels I–IV.

The role involves monitoring expenditures, preparing reports, forecasting revenues, and ensuring compliance with county, state, and federal guidelines. It offers growth into senior project leadership with cross-division collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience requirements vary by level and are typically progressive (Level I–IV).
• Knowledge of budgeting principles, financial analysis, and grant management is expected.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, evaluates, and monitors departmental and grant budgets.
• Monitors program revenue, expenditures, grants, and other funds for policy alignment.
• Prepares recurring and ad-hoc budget reports and data analyses for leadership.
• Estimates program costs and forecasts revenues and expenditures; supports planning.
• Analyzes accounting data to determine funding needs for programs and initiatives.
• Reviews grant contracts and fiscal documents for budgetary compliance.
• Supports budget system improvements and may lead projects at higher levels.
• Participates in special projects and may coordinate project teams.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational ability

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Finance/Public Administration

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Summary

Budget Analyst (Levels I–IV) supports the Public Health Department in the planning, preparation, analysis, and oversight of departmental budgets. Depending on the level, this role may range from performing professional entry-level budget work to serving as a senior resource responsible for complex analysis, cross-division coordination, and project leadership. Analysts at all levels contribute to supporting departments, analyzing financial data, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with County policy and budgetary guidelines. Progression through levels is based on a combination of experience, performance, demonstration of required competencies, and departmental needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities with the exception of a level IV Budget Analyst.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Plans, develops, evaluates, and monitors departmental and grant budgets.
• Monitors program revenue, expenditures, grants, and other public health funds to ensure alignment with county, state, and federal policies.
• Monitors expenditures and identify variances; provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Prepares recurring and ad-hoc budget reports, financial summaries, and data analysis for department leadership.
• Estimates program costs and forecast revenues and expenditures; support financial planning efforts.
• Analyzes accounting data to determine funding needs for programs and initiatives (higher levels may lead these analyses).
• Reviews grant contracts and fiscal documents for budgetary compliance.
• Supports implementation or improvement of budget systems and processes; senior levels may lead enhancement projects.
• Participates in special projects and assignments; senior levels may coordinate or oversee project teams.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.?
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.?
• Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.?
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.?
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.?
• Analytical skills.
• Understanding of cost accounting, budgeting principles, and financial analysis; advanced knowledge required at higher levels.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program area.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Years of experience requirements will vary by level and are typically progressive. Examples include:
• Level I (Entry Level): One (1) year of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting, preferably in local government finance or public administration.
• Level II (Intermediate): Two (2) years of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting, preferably in local government finance or public administration.
• Level III (Advanced): Three (3) years of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting, preferably in local government finance or public administration.
• Level IV (Senior/Lead): Five (5) years of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting, preferably in local government finance or public administration, and one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• Experience in local government finance or public administration.
• Advanced analytics or system-enhancement experience (higher levels).

Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift to 25lbs.

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

• Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Smith at [phone].