Budget Analyst #27 8 Hrs/5 Days Wk./12 Mo. Pr. Yr. 1.0 FTE. 16-1331 at Fort Bragg Unified School District

Application Deadline

5/28/2025 4:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted
5/12/2025
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Starting Salary $28.03 - $32.29 Hr. DOE
Length of Work Year
260 Days Pr. Yr.
Employment Type
Full Time
Work Location: FBUSD District Office
Payroll: Paid Monthly Benefits Mandatory
FBI/DOJ Fingerprints/TB Clearance/Online Classes
Employee participation required

About the Employer

FBUSD schools include Redwood Elementary School (grades PreK - 2), Dana Gray Elementary (grades 3 - 5), Fort Bragg Middle School (grade 6 - 8), Fort Bragg High School (grades 9 - 12) and three alternative schools - Noyo High School (continuation), Lighthouse Community Day School (grades 9 - 12) and Shelter Cove Community Day School (grades 4 - 8). FBUSD is nestled on the rugged northern California coastline. Comprised of approximately 1700 students, FBUSD is the second largest school district in Mendocino County. With a wide array of athletic teams, a strong academic program, and an extensive range of extra-curricular options, FBUSD students continually have an impressive range of options after high school. The Fort Bragg community is incredibly supportive of all school activities and events and donates generously to programs and scholarships.

Requirements / Qualifications

DEFINITION The Budget Analyst will perform complex technical work involving program budget control and analysis; program and District budget development; A.D.A. reporting; compilation of various reports for management & County, State and Federal government. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Under the general supervision of the Business Manager EXAMPLES OF DUTIES – May include, but are not limited to, the following: • Performs technical calculations & analysis to prepare all parts of the annual program and/or District budgets. • Performs technical calculation needed to project program and/or District income. • Performs monthly statistical analyses and comparisons of program expenditures versus the approved budget. • Works closely and cooperatively with designated program managers, directors and or site administrators to monitor expenditures and revenue as necessary. • Compiles/verifies various reports for submission to County, State and Federal offices, annual financial and other reports required. • Works with District/County staff to reconcile anomalies and to improve accuracy of all reports. • Develops complex computer aided models used in the preparation of various financial reports, projections and analyses. • Assists in developing and presenting in-service programs to other District employees • Exercises judgment in resolving questions with designated program manager/director whenever there is a question of coding. • Responsible for day-to-day accounting and reporting for the cafeteria fund and the attendance system. • Maintains records and prepares claims for all mandated cost programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: • Knowledge of methods and practices of budgeting and financial record keeping. • General accounting principles and procedures, preferably including California school district budgeting and accounting. • Modern accounting and office methods and procedures. • Knowledge of Excel and Word, with the ability to design databases and spreadsheet presentations. Ability to: • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school site administrators, program managers, and employees. • Operate a variety of technology equipment types and office machines in the conduct of assigned duties and tasks. • Collaborate with others to fulfill responsibilities related to goals and priorities at the school and district level. • Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a timely and efficient manner. • Promote a positive professional image by action, communication, and appearance. • Maintain confidentiality in all professional relationships. • Work occasional evenings and/or weekends.

  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

DEFINITION The Budget Analyst will perform complex technical work involving program budget control and analysis; program and District budget development; A.D.A. reporting; compilation of various reports for management & County, State and Federal government. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Under the general supervision of the Business Manager EXAMPLES OF DUTIES – May include, but are not limited to, the following: • Performs technical calculations & analysis to prepare all parts of the annual program and/or District budgets. • Performs technical calculation needed to project program and/or District income. • Performs monthly statistical analyses and comparisons of program expenditures versus the approved budget. • Works closely and cooperatively with designated program managers, directors and or site administrators to monitor expenditures and revenue as necessary. • Compiles/verifies various reports for submission to County, State and Federal offices, annual financial and other reports required. • Works with District/County staff to reconcile anomalies and to improve accuracy of all reports. • Develops complex computer aided models used in the preparation of various financial reports, projections and analyses. • Assists in developing and presenting in-service programs to other District employees • Exercises judgment in resolving questions with designated program manager/director whenever there is a question of coding. • Responsible for day-to-day accounting and reporting for the cafeteria fund and the attendance system. • Maintains records and prepares claims for all mandated cost programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: • Knowledge of methods and practices of budgeting and financial record keeping. • General accounting principles and procedures, preferably including California school district budgeting and accounting. • Modern accounting and office methods and procedures. • Knowledge of Excel and Word, with the ability to design databases and spreadsheet presentations. Ability to: • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school site administrators, program managers, and employees. • Operate a variety of technology equipment types and office machines in the conduct of assigned duties and tasks. • Collaborate with others to fulfill responsibilities related to goals and priorities at the school and district level. • Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a timely and efficient manner. • Promote a positive professional image by action, communication, and appearance. • Maintain confidentiality in all professional relationships. • Work occasional evenings and/or weekends.

  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Resume

Comments and Other Information

Experience and Training Example: Two years of increasing responsibility in complex statistical or accounting work, preferably including financial or accounting experience in a California School District. Requires background of post secondary education or experience in the bookkeeping or accounting field equivalent to two years of college. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis. Special Requirements • Twelve month employee • Paid on Confidential & Classified Management salary schedule • 260 day work calendar Physical Requirements • Sitting or standing for long periods of time; lifting light objects; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to read variety of financial and statistical records and reports; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Comments and Other Information


Experience and Training Example: Two years of increasing responsibility in complex statistical or accounting work, preferably including financial or accounting experience in a California School District. Requires background of post secondary education or experience in the bookkeeping or accounting field equivalent to two years of college. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis. Special Requirements • Twelve month employee • Paid on Confidential & Classified Management salary schedule • 260 day work calendar Physical Requirements • Sitting or standing for long periods of time; lifting light objects; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to read variety of financial and statistical records and reports; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.