Senior Budget & Strategy Lead

Stanislaus-County-; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanislaus County is seeking a Senior Budget Management Consultant (Manager IV) in the Chief Executive Office to lead budgeting, fiscal planning, and policy initiatives for the County. The role partners with executive leadership to align resources with county priorities and supports complex decisions impacting the community.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple priorities, present data-driven findings to executives and the Board, and supervise project teams while maintaining discretion on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; AND
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible management experience in a public agency performing duties involving project management, organizational support, and/or budget/finance duties.

Responsibilities

• Support development, monitoring, and management of departmental budgets and performance strategies
• Assist aligning departmental goals, resources, and budgets with County priorities
• Review organizational, operational, and fiscal issues and provide recommendations for improvement
• Research, analyze, and present financial and operational data clearly to inform leadership decisions
• Prepare and deliver presentations for diverse audiences, including executives and the Board of Supervisors, emphasizing fiscal implications
• Assist with organizational studies, performance tracking, and special projects, integrating fiscal analysis as needed
• Identify resources and processes to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and fiscal accountability in assigned projects
• Conduct analysis, develop reports, and offer recommendations to guide operational and budgetary decision-making
• Work effectively with staff at all levels, partner agencies, and community stakeholders to advance fiscal and operational priorities
• Serve as a resource and advisor to executives and staff on operational, policy, and financial management matters
• Build strong working relationships and support collaborative problem-solving across departments to align fiscal and program goals
• Manage and provide support for special projects and assignments, including related budget oversight
• Assist in drafting policy recommendations, internal memos, or briefing materials for leadership review, incorporating budgetary considerations
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, or briefings to support strategic planning and fiscally informed decision making
• Assist with projects requiring coordination across departments, ensuring compliance with financial and budgetary policies

Skills

Leadership

Relationship Building

Written & Oral Communication

Policy Development

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Public Speaking

Financial Management

Project Management

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

4 years public agency management experience

Job description

Stanislaus County is seeking a Senior Budget Management Consultant (Manager IV) in the Chief Executive Office to lead budgeting, fiscal planning, and policy initiatives for the County. The role partners with executive leadership to align resources with county priorities and supports complex decisions impacting the community.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple priorities, present data-driven findings to executives and the Board, and supervise project teams while maintaining discretion on