Job Description

Job Summary
Make an impact:
Do you have a passion for Budgeting? Do you want to use your proven financial skills to make a difference in the City of Salem? Come join our team in the Budget Office division of the Finance Department as our next Management Analyst I. This position prepares budgets in accordance with Oregon budget law and best practices, performs high-level complex financial analyses to make professional recommendations, and prepares internal rates using complex financial models. This position performs advanced analysis of programs, procedures, financial activities, and other associated business issues that have a division, department or citywide impact. This position provides recommendations to management by evaluating, developing, and monitoring organizational systems. Work is completed in a collaborative, team environment with multiple competing priorities. If you are detail oriented, flexible, willing to learn, have a high level of financial and analytical proficiency, proven customer service skills, and excellent oral and written communication, then this position may be the right fit for you!
Learn and grow:
The Finance Department values employees and their professional development. The department offers opportunities to attend finance conferences, as well as supporting ongoing education and certifications.
What you will do:
The Budget Office provides a full range of budget and financial analysis services to the City, Urban Renewal Agency and external customers with professionalism and integrity. The Management Analyst I role provides analytic support to various department stakeholders, reviews departmental budget submissions, performs monthly budget monitoring activities, and assists with budget entries and reconciliations.
Additional information on job responsibilities:

• Analyze, review, and audit sources of revenue and expenditures
• Prepare monthly estimates for year-end projections in financial activity across various funds
• Develop and interpret financial reports
• Research and develop rate structures
• Provide excellent customer service and support to budget stakeholders
• Assist with contract compliance activities
• Occasional attendance at meetings or activities outside normal working hours.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
• Competitive pay.
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• Position schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Hybrid work may be allowable upon completion of on-boarding and position specific training, if approved by the position's direct manager.

• Our team follows a hybrid schedule working in-office (440 Church St SE, Salem, OR 97301) 2 days a week and remotely for the rest with manager approval. This is subject to change based on business needs.
• The City of Salem offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials.

What are the minimum qualifications?

• Must pass the pre-employment background check.
• Must have a valid Oregon driver license (or the ability to obtain an Oregon license within 30 days of residency) and have a driving record that meets the City of Salem's driving standards or alternate means of participating in meetings and coordinating work at other locations.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administrations, business administration, Finance, or a related field. and three years of experience in a related field, or any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the class.
• Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job advertisement.

What you will bring along:

• Principles and methods of organization and management analysis, operations management, fiscal administration and the use of electronic spreadsheets, PC databases and word processing in analysis and report preparation.
• Understand statistical methods used to analyze data
• Prepare and develop the city or a department budget, as well as financial reports and analyses.
• Draft or review reports and other written communications being presented by the department to City Council or other public bodies.
• Review and interpret contract agreements and evaluate contract compliance.
• Exercise proficiency, tact, and leadership when preparing and explaining recommendations and assisting with the implementation of recommendations.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships and communication with all levels of City staff, other public bodies or agencies, and members of the community.
• Critical thinking and complex problem solving to evaluate options, draw conclusions, and implement solutions.
• Work independently and make appropriate decisions regarding work methods and priorities.
• Respect, seek to understand, and value individual differences to foster and support a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

About us:
Salem is the second largest city in Oregon and the capital city. Centrally located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is 49 square miles in size and extends across to counties, Marion and Polk. The community has well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings with wide diversity and a family-friendly ambiance. The city is home to nearly 180,000 residents. For a full community profile detailing demographics and housing statistics, visit the
The City of Salem organization has eight primary departments: Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City of Salem employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members and works collaboratively with five labor unions.
Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Management Analyst I, or view by .
How can I apply?
The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.
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