Budget Analyst

El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.

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El Paso County’s Department of Human Services is seeking an experienced and analytical Budget Analyst with a strong background in grant management and federal funding. In this dynamic role, you’ll develop and analyze budgets, oversee grant‑funded expenditures, prepare meaningful financial reports, and help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local funding requirements. You’ll collaborate with department leaders and government partners to provide the financial insights needed for sound decision‑making.

If you have experience managing grants or federally funded programs, enjoy solving complex financial challenges, and are passionate about public service.

$70,000.00 - $77,000.00 annually

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Friday, with flexible hours between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM. Hybrid schedule may be available upon successful completion of the initial evaluation period; subject to change.

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, additional background checks may be required, including a Government Program Fraud and Child Welfare Abuse & Neglect database (TRAILS) check.

Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.

This position provides the analytical foundation for the annual County budget. Analyzes budget submissions and monitors budget implementation with County departments and elected officials. Prepares reports, documentation, and analyses to reflect the past, current, and future status of County finances. This position is part of the Budget Analyst career progression series, which includes Associate Budget Analyst, Budget Analyst, and Senior Budget Analyst.

An employee is eligible to advance to the next position within the series when the employee has met the criteria for advancement as notated within the job description and has received a recommendation from the Hiring Authority. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function.

• Reviews board agenda items related to budgetary matters. Analyzes budget requests, performance indicators, program services, organizational effectiveness, and priorities for the delivery of County services. Prepares fiscal notes and impact analysis reports.
• Conducts individual meetings with staff for Elected Officials and Departments to describe programs, develop objective performance standards, assist in the preparation of budget requests, and explain statutory directives and board policies.
• Coordinates and prepares for the Citizen Outreach Group meetings. Participates and represents the County at various joint meetings and forums.
• Presents budgetary information to the Chief Financial Officer, Elected Officials, Directors, and Managers to support organizational decision making.
• Gathers and prepares data for the 10-County budget document.
• Responsible for the preparation and presentation for the Annual Budget Book; develops data; analyzes submissions including department goals and service level indicators.
• Develops standardized reports and responds to requests for special reports.
• Develops and analyzes budgetary policies in conjunction with the Budget Officer, Controller, and Compliance Officer.
• Performs other duties as required.

This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.

Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by…