Budget Analyst I in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources

Do you want to work for the best run City in Virginia? If you are detail-oriented, have a passion for data analysis or public policy and are known for your outstanding analytical and customer services skills, we would love for you to apply for an opening in our Budget Department! The City of Chesapeake is seeking applications for the position of Budget Analyst. While experience in local government budgeting is preferred, this position is also open to early-career candidates. The ideal candidate demonstrates intellectual curiosity and is willing to work independently to find solutions to complex problems.

The Analyst will join a talented and innovative Budget staff in a City with a reputation for being stable and well-managed. The Budget Department supports over 40 City departments to develop an annual operating budget and CIP which in total exceed $2 billion. The Analyst would have an opportunity to forge relationships with a portfolio of assigned departments and make recommendations based on analysis to City leadership.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration, economics, public finance or a related field. Requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience. Master’s degree in a related field is desirable. Hiring salary $60K to $99K DOQ/E.

For complete job description and additional details please review the linked brochure. To apply, please complete online application and attach a cover letter and resume.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Position is open until May 26, 2026; first review of applications is May 19, 2026.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, economics, urban and regional economics, public finance, or a closely related field.

Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Special Requirement(s): Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Experience in government, especially at the local level.