Budget Analyst I/II at City of Napa – Napa, California

Budget Analyst I (Salary: $98,394 - $118,869 annually)

Budget Analyst II (Salary: $108,220 - $130,754 annually)

Do you excel at analyzing data and spotting financial trends? Are you a detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative professional who adapts easily to change? Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in your community?

If so, APPLY today and grow your career with the City of Napa!

We’re currently seeking a Budget Analyst I/II to join our Finance Department's Budget Team. In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting citywide budgeting efforts, working on everything from financial analysis and budget development to policy review and contract compliance. You’ll collaborate with departments across the City and help ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency.

As a Budget Analyst, you will monitor and analyze departmental budgets, assist in the development and coordination of the City’s annual budget, and contribute to the preparation of the budget book and other financial documentation. You will also support the drafting and review of contracts to ensure compliance with purchasing regulations and help shape the City's financial policies. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects that directly support the City’s strategic goals and operational effectiveness.

You’ll be part of a small, highly collaborative team that includes a Budget Officer and a Senior Budget Analyst. We are looking for someone who can work independently, build strong working relationships with departmental partners, and communicate complex budget information in a clear and relatable way, whether speaking to a large group or in one-on-one settings.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills, capable of translating financial data into meaningful insights for a wide range of audiences, including executives, staff and community stakeholders.

In addition to your qualifications, you will have experience demonstrating the following:

• Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills- Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise; using knowledge to accomplish results.
• Data Gathering & Analysis- Seeks or collects and synthesizes information from partners and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
• Managing Work- Optimally handling one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• High-Impact Communication- Clearly and succinctly conveying information and ideas to individuals and groups in a variety of situations; communicating in a focused and compelling way that drives others’ thoughts and actions.
• Initiating Action- Taking timely action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Adaptability- Maintaining efficiency when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting optimally to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures. Adapting quickly to change and easily considering innovative approaches.
• Quality Orientation- Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how detailed; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
• Collaborating- Working in coordination with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.

Please click here to view a full, detailed job description of Budget Analyst I.

Please click here to view a full, detailed job description of Budget Analyst II.

This recruitment and examination is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy and may be used to fill the Management Analyst I/II (Information Technology) vacancy and other future full-time vacancies as they occur during the active status of the employment list. The active status of this employment list will be at least 6 months unless abolished sooner or extended beyond that date in accordance with the Civil Service Rules.

MISSION STATEMENT for the City of Napa
Rooted in public service, our mission is to grow a vibrant, sustainable community for all who live in, work in, and visit the City of Napa, through thoughtful leadership and dedication to excellence.

CORE VALUES for the City of Napa

• Integrity - Consistently demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct with accountability and pride.

• Service - Engaging in meaningful work to care for our community through resourceful dedication and humble actions.

• Inclusion - Creating a sense of ease and belonging through respect, acceptance, and mindfulness of our collective diversity.

• Collaboration - Working together with a shared purpose while respectfully considering all voices to achieve common goals, solutions, and greater outcomes.

***NOTE: CITY OF NAPA EMPLOYEES SHOULD USE A PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS***

• We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the selection process. Application appraisal includes a review of qualifications, education, training, and experience related to the job, as well as supplemental questions if applicable.
• Applicants moving forward in the selection process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): online assessment, written examination, job-related exercise, phone interview, and panel interview. These testing steps may be conducted on a pass/fail basis, and/or percentage-based scoring methodology.
• Based on the City Charter, the final phase of the selection process is the Probationary Period, which in most cases is six (6) months but may be twelve (12) months depending on the classification.
• When three or fewer candidates are available, the testing procedures outlined in the Job Announcement may be waived by the Human Resources Department.

• If you need assistance with the recruitment and selection process in Spanish, contact us at 707-257-9505. These request will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
• Si necesita ayuda con el proceso de reclutamiento y selección en español, contáctenos al 707-257-9505. Estas solicitudes se evaluarán caso por caso.