Budget and Management Analyst- Sr

City of Hampton; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The City of Hampton is seeking a Senior Budget and Management Analyst to assist with the preparation, administration, and management of the City’s operating budget. The role supports data-driven decision-making across departments and collaborates with the Budget Manager.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a public service mindset, and experience in municipal financial analysis, budgeting, and policy support. A driving license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in business/finance-related field.
• Minimum 3 years of full-time professional experience in budgeting, program/project management or financial analysis.
• Combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, administration, and management of the City’s operating budget.
• Work independently and as part of a collaborative team under the Budget Manager or designee.

Skills

Budgeting

Program management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management/Business Administration/Public Administration/Finance

Job description

“Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, a rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other perks and benefits.

The City of Hampton is seeking a Budget and Management Analyst - Senior to assist with the preparation, administration, and management of the City’s operating budget. This role works independently and as part of a collaborative team under the direct supervision of the Budget Manager or their designee. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a passion for public service, and a desire to support data-driven decision-making across City departments. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the City’s financial planning and help shape policies that impact our community.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Requires a minimum of three (3) years of full-time professional experience in area related to budgeting, program/project management or management/policy and financial analysis, preferably in a municipal government setting.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; collaborate and communicate effectively to establish and maintain a good working relationship with colleagues, department staff, City officials and the public.
• Strong technology skills with the ability to use computer and typical business software; Division-specific software and applications; and, systems incidental to assigned duties.
• Sound problem solving skills with the ability to appropriately resolve routine questions and issues within established policies, guidelines, requirements and procedures; appropriately seeks guidance or refers unusual situations and questions to the Budget Manager; sound research skills with the ability to compile and analyze relevant data and make appropriate recommendations, summaries and presentations.

Additional Requirements

• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.