INTERNAL - Court Budget Advisor

Court Budget Advisor

If you're a strategic financial thinker who wants your work to truly matter, the Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is seeking a Court Budget Advisor ready to turn financial insight into statewide impact.

This isn't just another budget role it's a chance to influence how justice is delivered across Washington. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to executive leaders, analyzing court budgets, revenue trends, and operational efficiencies while providing clear, data-driven guidance that shapes decisions affecting communities statewide. Collaboration will be at the heart of your work as you partner closely with Budget, Contracts, and Financial Services teams, as well as AOC Executive Management.

Reporting to the Management Services Division Associate Director and supporting the Chief Financial Officer, you'll help identify risks, uncover opportunities, and uphold responsible stewardship of public resources. Your expertise will be valued, your voice heard, and the impact of your work felt across the state.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, communicates with confidence, interprets financial regulations with ease, and is energized by meaningful public service. If you're ready to blend precision with purpose, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

• Develops and manages financial datasets, forecasts, and budget models to support agency planning and decision-making.
• Prepares biennial and supplemental budgets, fiscal notes, and legislative decision packages in collaboration with leadership.
• Monitors financial performance, conducts trend analysis, and recommends adjustments to optimize resource use and ensure compliance.
• Communicates with state agencies and internal departments to interpret fiscal policies, legislation, and reporting requirements.
• Supports grant budgeting and reporting, ensuring alignment with fiscal guidelines and compliance with grant terms.
• Creates clear visual and written tools to present complex financial data to leadership, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Advises and trains divisional leaders on spending plans, purchasing decisions, and budget execution strategies.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration or closely related field to include 20 quarter hours of college credit in accounting, budget preparation and/or management analysis.
• AND Two or more years of progressively responsible finance and/or budgeting experience working for Washington State or another government entity.
• OR Bachelor's degree in business or public administration or closely related field to include 20 quarter hours of college credit in accounting, budget preparation and/or management analysis.
• AND Four or more years of progressively responsible finance and/or budgeting experience in the private sector.

• Advanced expertise in fiscal analysis, including preparing fiscal estimates and legislative fiscal notes.
• Strong grasp of agency budget policies, procedures, and their application across budget systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of budget development, including biennial and supplemental budgets, allotments, and fiscal forecasting.
• Skilled in financial management strategies that align fiscal resources with organizational goals.
• Familiarity with statutes and procedures related to public records requests and compliance.
• Effective in managing time, staff, and resources to meet organizational objectives.
• Proficient in designing, implementing, and improving budget processes and internal controls.
• Capable of analyzing financial data, monitoring trends, and recommending sound fiscal strategies.
• Experienced in advising and training leadership and staff on budget-related matters.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to support peers, participate in committees, and maintain current knowledge through ongoing training.

Washington State Residency and Telework Information

AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager for this recruitment.

This position requires you to be in the AOC's Olympia office at least three days per week.

To be considered for this position, you MUST include the following:

• Completed online application;
• Current Resume;
• Letter of…