Budget & Policy Analyst - Planning, Budget, Purchasing & Accounting - FTE

Budget & Policy Analyst - Planning, Budget, Purchasing & Accounting - 1.0 FTE

Budget/Planning/Accounting

Doyle Administration Building

Compensation: $82,118. Annual Salary

Employment Type:

Exempt

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants! Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision - to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

In addition, we have a great compensation package. Visit our benefits page and compensation page for more information.

Becoming a Model School District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision - to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework, and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel  achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Purpose of Position:

Under the general supervision of the Budget Manager, this position will develop, analyze, coordinate, present and document Madison Metropolitan School District's (MMSD) annual budgets and legislation. This position will provide budget and policy support for all stages of the annual budget processes and for various budget development purposes. This position will be responsible for analyzing complex financial, operational and legislative information.

This position will have a high degree of integrity, sustain a culture of continuous improvement, and be committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive work environment while having a growth mindset to a multi-faceted operation while having a focus on creating a positive work culture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Budget Development, Analysis & Planning 45%

Prepare and analyze base budget data across multiple fund sources for departments, schools and supported district operations

Develop program and appropriation structure changes in response to operational, legislative and programmatic changes, assessing fiscal impact

Monitor and evaluate the financial health and performance of assigned departments and programs

Facilitate budget planning sessions with departments and school leadership, providing technical guidance and developing data-informed budget justifications and alternative funding scenarios

Review and analyze budget requests for accuracy, compliance and alignment with program objectives, and…