Budget & Grants Support Analyst at Orange County Department of Education
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
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.
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
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
Application Deadline
7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/1/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$8,395.00 - $10,230.00 Monthly
$8,395.00 - $10,230.00 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Management, Range 21: Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
225
Employment Type
Full Time
PAN #
2146
Supervisor
Sal Romero
Budget Status
New