Fiscal & Policy Analyst

Intelligence and National Security Alliance; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Santa Barbara seeks an organized, innovative, and dedicated Fiscal & Policy Analyst to join the Budget and Research Division of the County Executive Office.

The Analyst reports to the Budget Director and is responsible for developing, monitoring and controlling the County budget, working with department leaders and senior executives to plan fiscal resources and inform decision-making. This home-based role may offer hybrid remote work.

Qualifications

• Budget and policy analysis for county operations.
• Experience with fiscal resource planning preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and control the County budget.
• Collaborate with department leaders and senior County executives.
• Inform decision-making on funding priorities and resource allocation.

Job description

NOTICE OF CHANGE: This recruitment has been moved to continuous. If you applied by the original deadline of 9/02/26, you do not need to reapply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The County of Santa Barbara seeks an organized, innovative, and dedicated Fiscal & Policy Analyst to join the Budget and Research Division of the County Executive Office.

The Fiscal & Policy Analyst reports to the Budget Director and is primarily responsible for the development, monitoring and control of the County budget. This position works with department leaders and senior County executives to plan and manage fiscal resources and performs difficult, complex, and sensitive analytical work that has significant impacts on County operations. Research and analysis conducted by the Fiscal & Policy Analyst informs decision-making related to County operations, service delivery, organizational development, funding priorities, and the allocation of resources.

The selected candidate can be hired at the Fiscal and Policy Analyst I or II level, depending on qualifications and experience.

Analyst ISalary: $110,283 - $140,766 Annually

Analyst II Salary: $121,303 - $154,831 Annually

This position is home-based in Santa Barbara and may be eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule depending on the needs of the department.