Budget Manager

CalPERS; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 87,851 - 109,155; Full time

Job summary

A leading public pension fund is seeking a Budget Manager in Sacramento. Responsibilities include budget development and stakeholder collaboration. Applicants must possess strong communication and project management skills. This is a permanent, full-time role with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing complex budgets.
• Evidence of effective communication and project management skills.
• Relevant education and training as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead the development and monitoring of budgets.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and external control agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Ability to coordinate multiple assignments

Job description

Overview

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Base pay range: $7,872.00 - $9,781.00. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-491199
• Position #(s): 275-220-4801-002
• Working Title: Budget Manager
• Classification: STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY)
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) is the nation’s largest public pension fund, providing retirement and health benefits to public employees, retirees, and their families. CalPERS offers competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement. CalPERS is situated near several desirable destinations, including Napa Valley, San Francisco, and Lake Tahoe.

Job Description And Duties

Anticipated Interview Dates: We anticipate holding in-person interviews beginning October 13, 2025.

Telework Information: This hybrid position offers up to 40% remote work (two days per week).

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Effective PLP 2025: A 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits; the salary ranges do not reflect this reduction.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of CalPERS by planning, organizing, and leading the development and monitoring of complex budgets.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, serving as the primary liaison to external control agencies on all budget matters.

Qualifications

Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) per the Special Requirements section. See minimum qualifications in the Classification Specification. Applicants may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility.

• SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications,” responses numbered, and include relevant experience, education, and training. SOQ must not exceed two pages in 11-point Arial.
• Describe your communication skills, project management, and ability to coordinate multiple assignments to meet deadlines with examples.
• Include transcripts if using education to meet MQs; evaluate foreign degrees if applicable.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date: 9/15/2025. Follow CalCareers instructions for electronic or hard-copy submission.

How to Apply

Submission details for online or mail applications are provided in the posting.