Budget Analyst Sr - Special Projects

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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

12/17/25

Division:

Strategy Planning & Analysis Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

Jefferson County is looking for an experienced Senior Budget Analyst for Special Projects to work with our Budget and Strategy Division. This person should be a strategic thinker with first class budget experience and a strong collaboration mindset. The ideal candidate will be well versed in government budgets, problem solving skills and interpersonal communication skills, keeps up to date with the latest best practices, trends and technology and has the proven ability to multitask while working under crucial deadlines. 

 

This position performs responsible technical and analytical work in support of the Budget and Strategy Division for Jefferson County. Under limited supervision, the Senior Budget Analyst for Special Projects performs highly responsible, complex, and varied financial and analytical work related to overall county budget functions; conducts operational and fiscal analysis, budget review and analysis, and other complex analyses; evaluates impact of new or proposed programs and legislation, and coordinates activities of the county budget with other departments, divisions, and outside agencies.  Assists in the development of budgetary policies and the implementation of best practices. Evaluates and develops recommendations related to resource allocation decisions. Monitors and analyzes budget to actual revenue and expenditure variances. Prepares analytical assessments related to countywide initiatives. Serves in a lead role on financial review and execution of Jefferson County’s annual five-year capital improvement plan.  Reviews and analyzes requests for budget amendments and revisions.  

 

Develops recommendations for consideration by and makes presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, the County Manager, and various committees comprised of elected and appointed officials, department heads, and other county staff. Prepares a variety of schedules for the countywide annual financial report and external audit, and ad hoc analyses as requested. Develops revenue, expenditure and fund balance forecasts and monitors compliance with county reserve policies. Tracks and reports fiscal impacts of County ballot measures and coordinates financial transparency associated with voter-approved retained revenue. 

 

SCHEDULE: 

Must reside in the state of Colorado at the time of hire. This position typically operates in a hybrid format, following the Counties 4-day workweek (Monday-Thursday) with remote and in-office work as needed.  

 

COMPENSATION:  

Hiring Range: $97,000.00 - $113,897.64 USD Annual 

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills. 

 

BENEFITS: 

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and more. Click here for our Total Rewards summary.   

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Serves as a lead in the countywide budget development process which includes complex analysis of revenue and expenditures; forecasts and participates in the development of new budgets, and ensures details are accurate, consisten