Budget & Grants Support Analyst at Orange County Department of Education

Budget And Grants Support Analyst

The Administrative Services Division of the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) is looking for an experienced professional to serve as Budget and Grants Support Analyst. The Budget and Grants Support Analyst provides specialized budget, grant, and fiscal analysis to support OCDE programs. This position develops and monitors budgets, analyzes financial data, ensures compliance with federal, state, and grant funding requirements, and provides technical guidance to departments throughout the budget and grant lifecycle. The Analyst collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, prepares financial reports and projections, supports audits, interprets fiscal regulations and legislation, and recommends process improvements to promote sound financial stewardship and effective program operations.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Four (4) years of progressive experience in budgeting, grant administration, fiscal analysis, accounting, financial reporting, or fiscal compliance; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Comments and Other Information

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application. Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual's identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability. We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position. AA/EOE/ADA