Office of Management and Budget Financial Services Analyst

Position Description

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is dedicated to ensuring the City's long-term fiscal sustainability, aligning resources to meet both current and future needs of residents. Our dynamic team of eight continually strives to enhance operational efficiency and elevate the quality of services delivered to the City. Working at OMB offers a unique opportunity to gain comprehensive insights into various facets of City operations, contributing significantly through analytical support to decision-makers and citywide initiatives.

We are currently seeking candidates for three analyst positions in the OMB. One is a position of limited duration, with an end date of December 31, 2026 .

The OMB Analyst will focus on budget analysis and providing essential support for community engagement. As an OMB Analyst, you will develop valuable skills while actively contributing to the continuous monitoring of budgets and the formulation of the City's budget and capital plan. Additionally, you will engage in diverse ad hoc analyses, further broadening your expertise.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

In this role, an OMB Analyst, depending on their position/assignment, operates with minimal supervision. They collaborate with higher-level professionals or managerial staff to conduct studies, analyses, and participate in decision-making processes related to complex management challenges. OMB Analysts may independently conduct less complex studies, performing routine planning, research, analysis, evaluation, and report preparation. This autonomy allows for a rewarding and enriching experience in contributing to the strategic goals of the OMB and the City at large.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform a variety of responsible and analytical duties and tasks related to budgeting and management operations and goals.
• Conduct studies and analyses of current and proposed operations and programs related to organizational structure, budgets and the utilization of departmental staff, equipment and facilities.
• Build and manage engagement efforts with the community.
• Suggest alternatives to improve performance and increase productivity and efficiency.
• Gathers information, prepares data summaries and narrative reports, and assists higher-level staff with preparation of complex reports.
• Analyze and interpret complex data; review and evaluate the accuracy of plans, reports and supporting information; identify and observe trends; examine basic elements and key relationships; forecast needs.
• Prepare and/or present effective oral and written communications.
• Attend a variety of meetings with administrators, staff and advisory boards to obtain information and provide expertise; participate in committee meetings and forums as needed.
• Provide regular and ad hoc data analyses and reports.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

Qualifications

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or directly related field

Minimum Experience*
2 years of financial analysis experience in area related to assignment

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

To be considered for this rewarding career opportunity:
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume describing their responsibilities as they relate to the responsibilities of this position.

In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement. Candidates whose backgrounds most closely reflect the current needs of the department will be referred to the hiring manager for review and hiring consideration. Appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
For questions regarding this specific recruitment contact Kat Flores, HR Analyst.
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.

The online application system may require you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend a minimum of one hour entering the required information.

For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. ( For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system , call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.)

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants meeting minimum qualifications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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