Fiscal Analyst

Job Description:

Fiscal Analyst

Description

CAREER DESCRIPTION

FISCAL ANALYST

SALARY INFORMATION


This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:

Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is being held to establish an open to the public eligible list to fill current and future Fiscal Analyst positions within OC Public Works. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower-level classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
Monday, June 02, 2025 , at 11:59 PM (PT)

OC PUBLIC WORKS
OC Public Works (OCPW) provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through the sustainable delivery of projects and services. OC Public Works’ guiding principles are safety, integrity, quality, teamwork, and adaptability.

OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten (10) service areas: Administrative Services, Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures; OC Construction; OC Development Services; OC Environmental Resources; OC Fleet Services; OC Facilities Design & Construction; OC Facilities Maintenance; OC Infrastructure Programs; OC Operations & Maintenance.

Administrative Services
This unit leads the financial, administrative, and information technology operations for the agency. This includes management of policies and procedures, strategic financial planning, budget and payroll, goods and services procurement, public records requests, parking and building administration, and information technology services.

For more information on OC Public Works, click here.
For more information on the County of Orange, click here .

THE OPPORTUNITY
OCPW is seeking experienced, innovative, and results-oriented professionals to join its team. This position will perform technical and analytical tasks related to the County's budgeting and forecasting functions. The position is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and managing budgets, conducting financial forecasts, and strategic financial planning. The incumbent will work closely with County departments, management, and other stakeholders to ensure effective financial management and resource allocation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, analyze, and manage County budgets
• Conduct financial forecasts and long-term financial planning
• Develop and implement budgeting processes and procedures
• Monitor budget performance and recommend adjustments as necessary
• Prepare financial reports and present findings to management
• Ensure compliance with County budgeting policies and procedures

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will possess three (3) or more years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Experience within a government or public sector organization is preferred but not required.

A Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related area may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

A Master’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related area may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in the following core competencies:

Technical Experience | Technical Knowledge

• Expertise in budgeting and financial forecasting
• Familiarity with public agency budgeting processes and procedures
• Proficiency with budgeting software and tools
• Knowledge of government accounting and financial management principles
• Ability to prepare and present complex financial reports
• Experience utilizing the County's automated ERP systems or comparable systems, such as CAPS+, Finance Tracker, and ERMI, to pull, modify, and forecast financial data

Functional Expertise

• Experience in developing and managing budgets
• Ability to analyze financial data and conduct financial forecasts
• Understanding of financial planning and resource allocation
• Knowledge of public agency budgeting and financial management

Leadership | Supervision

• Ability to lead budgeting projects and initiatives
• Collaborate effectively with County departments and management
• Provide guidance and support to other staff members on budgeting matters

Effective Communication

• Strong ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely
• Present financial reports and findings to management and stakeholders
• Collaborate effectively with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to view the minimum qualifications for the Fiscal Analyst.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%)
Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Rose Nguyen at 714-667-9699 or by email at Rose.Nguyen@ocpw.ocgov.com .

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Administrative Management *
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as:

• Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
  http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information .
• Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time
• Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums
• Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy
• Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy
• Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs
• 457 Defined Contribution Program

*Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans.

Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.

Closing Date/Time: 6/2/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$92,372.80 - $127,961.60 Annually