Senior Budget Analyst

Job Description

Description

The City of Livermore is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to join the Administrative Services Department. This position is classified as Senior Management Analyst with a working title of Senior Budget Analyst. For more information, please refer to the job flyer.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, performs professional administrative and analytical work in support of a wide range of municipal programs, operations, services, and policies; performs department/division program and project development, administration, and management with budgetary oversight; provides employee and/or public information, marketing, and education for assigned programs; facilitates self-directed teams; prepares grant proposals; negotiates and administers department, division, and City-wide contracts; serves as a liaison with other departments, committees, governmental agencies, businesses, and the Livermore community; serves as a member of the department’s management team; may provide staff support to community advisory bodies, commissions, and committees; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an advanced journey-level classification in which incumbents have a broad range of independence within policy parameters requiring a high degree of judgment, level of responsibility, advanced technical and research skills, and preparation of recommendations to administrative officials. It is distinguished from the Management Analyst which is the journey-level classification performing a wide variety of analytical and professional administrative assignments in support of program objectives for an assigned operating department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives general direction from a division head or department head.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May exercise direct supervision or lead direction to staff and work teams.

Examples of Important and Essential Functions

Program Management Functions

Manages large/complex programs, including formulating program policies, goals and procedures, and planning, developing, organizing, and coordinating program activities; develops long range plans; monitors and reviews work both in progress and upon completion to ensure completion and compliance with department policy, standards and directions; performs administrative detail work and maintains appropriate program records and statistics; evaluates programs and initiates studies and analyses; prepares, administers, and monitors program budget(s); resolves problems and complaints regarding program activities; organizes events and markets program activities; and interacts with departmental representatives, public officials, the business community and the general public in the accomplishments of program objectives.

Administrative Functions

Conducts organizational, administrative, fiscal, and personnel related surveys and studies, documents findings, analyzes information, and makes recommendations; gathers and analyzes data, and prepares proposals including financial, staffing, and organizational requirements; investigates, interprets, and prepares recommendations in relation to proposals for new programs, grants, and services; coordinates and administers various contracts including the coordination and preparation of contract negotiations, rate setting, and monitoring contract compliance and performance; prepares specifications, request for proposals, and other technical and analytical reports and documents; evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities and recommends improvements and modifications; implements new technologies, policies, and procedures; analyzes issues and prepares reports for submission to the City Council; may monitor, review, analyze and track State and Federal legislation and examine its affect on the City; serves as a resource ensuring consistency with City goals and objectives; answers questions and provides information to the public; plans, organizes, and conducts public meetings; investigates complaints and recommends action to resolve; organizes events and markets programs, activities, and events; represents the City in community meetings and in interdepartmental and interagency projects; prepares grant proposals and represents the City in its request for grant funds; assists in monitoring and administering a departmental budget; may perform special assignments at a department or City-wide level for routine or special activities; and develops, prepares and administers official documents for the department/division, such as ordinances, administrative regulations, orders, policies, and other related procedures.

Supervisory Functions

May supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel; and facilitates and leads self-directed departmental and city-wide work teams.

Job Related and Essential Qualifications

Demonstrated Knowledge of :

Principles and practices of public administration, operational and organizational analysis, and public sector budgeting and analysis; principles and practices of program/project development, administration, monitoring, and evaluation techniques specific to the area of assignment; statistical concepts and methods; quantitative analytical techniques; methodologies and techniques of program management; administrative procedures of local government; various research techniques; technical and analytical report writing; advanced methods of report preparation and presentation; applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations relating to the area of assignment; effective supervisory practices and techniques, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, and employee discipline; principles of community and public relations;principles and practices of training methods and concepts; and principles and practices of modern office practices, procedures, methods and computer equipment.

Demonstrated Skills to :

Plan, organize and effectively administer programs and/or projects; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals; research and analyze a variety of complex technical and administrative issues; make sound policy and procedural recommendations; perform a wide variety of administrative duties for executive leadership with little or minimal supervision; accurately prepare and administer budgets; conduct fiscal and statistical analysis; perform mathematical calculations; negotiate complex agreements and financial packages; evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods; supervise, train and evaluate personnel; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; make effective public presentations before the City Council, boards and commissions, community groups and others; prepare completed staff work and detailed reports with minimal direction; exercise sound judgment, tact, creativity, resourcefulness, and leadership with the public, City officials, businesses, and other City departments; maintain and exhibit discretion, honesty, and integrity when handling sensitive situations; effectively work under the pressure of deadlines; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; keep accurate records and files; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective customer service attitude.

Ability to :

Learn, interpret, and apply Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, rules, policies and practices relative to areas of program responsibility; support and promote the City’s policies, goals, and vision; and keep informed of developments in assigned field and incorporate the latest and most progressive management concepts.

Experience, Education, and Training Guidelines:

Any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the best-qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Experience :Five years of progressively responsible, professional administrative experience performing a variety of analytical functions, such as project/program management, fiscal analysis, and organizational development.Two of the years of experience must be comparable to that of a Management Analyst with the City of Livermore. Public sector experience is highly desirable.

Education :A Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, public administration, or an applicable field related to the assigned position.A Master’s Degree is desirable.

Training :Any recent training, such as academic courses or certification programs, which are relevant to this job classification.

License :May require the possession of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.

Other Requirements :Willingness and ability to work the hours necessary to accomplish the assigned duties; attend evening meetings; and travel out of town and attend workshops, conferences, seminars, and meetings during work and non-work hours.

Special Requirements :Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to work in a standard office environment; drive a motor vehicle, if required; read fine print and computer monitors; operate a computer; effectively converse by telephone, in person, and to large groups and be clearly understood; safely lift and maneuver office supplies weighing up to 10 pounds; ability to sit for hours at a time; and stamina to work additional hours to meet deadlines.

Additional Information

The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

CITY OF LIVERMORE
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Livermore Management Group

Please click here for a copy of the current Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Livermore Management Group. The information contained here is a summary of benefits. For a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here . Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Updated 7/2026

MOU TERM
07/01/2025 - 06/30/2029

SCHEDULED INCREASES
7/14/2025 5% + 1% (in recognition of rising medical costs) = 6%
7/13/2026 3% + 1% (in recognition of rising medical costs) = 4%
7/12/2027 3%
7/10/2028 3%

CAFETERIA PLAN (MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION)
$1,950/month towards medical, dental, vision, additional & supplemental life insurance; unused balance paid in cash.

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE & ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D)
$150,000 EE coverage, ER paid
$1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid
EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance & supplemental life to $500,000.

LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
60% of base monthly earnings to $6,000/month max. (180 day waiting period)
ER paid

PERS
New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 2% at 60 formula or 2% at 62 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340.

Classic PERS Misc Member - 2% at 60

• Member Rate = 7% EE paid
• Employer Rate = 40.04% ER paid (includes unfunded liability)
• 36 consecutive months Final Comp
• Sick Leave Credit
• 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
• Military Service Credit

New PERS Misc Member - 2% at 62

• Member Rate = 7.5% EE paid
• Employer Rate = 40.04% ER paid (includes unfunded liability)
• 36 consecutive months Final Comp
• Sick Leave Credit
• 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
• Military Service Credit

MEDICARE (Hired after 3/31/86)
EE paid 1.45%
ER paid 1.45%

RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS)
City contribution of 4% of base pay into RHS account.

VACATION ACCRUAL
Years of Service Total Accrual Per Year 1 80.6 hours 2-5 120.12 hours 6-10 135.98 hours 11-15 160.94 hours 16-19 180.18 hours 20+ 192.4 hours
Maximum accrual: 375 hours

HOLIDAYS
12 observed holidays

SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL
96.2 hours/year

SICK LEAVE USAGE:

• FAMILY SICK LEAVE : For immediate Family Illness - ½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual. Additional time upon approval of City Manager.
• PARENTAL LEAVE : 4 regularly scheduled workdays for non-birthing parent who becomes a parent by adoption, foster care placement, or birth of a child.
• BEREAVEMENT/ FUNERAL LEAVE (non-immediate family) : 3 regularly scheduled workdays for sister-in-law and brother-in-law.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
3 regularly scheduled workdays max for immediate family.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE
80 hours per year.

PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA
EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City Rules & Regs
Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act

DEFERRED COMPENSATION
ER contributes $185/per pay period, with required EE contribution of $75/per pay period

2026 Maximum :
Normal = $24,500
Age 50+ = $8,000
Catchup Limits = $49,000

SECTION 125 PLAN
No ER contribution

2026 Maximum
Dependent Care*: Up to $5,000/year -- *See IRS Pub #503
Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,300/year

• Pre-tax Health Care Premiums
• FSA's for Dependent Care
• Unreimbursed Medical Expenses
• Other options offered by plan administrator

SAFETY SHOE ALLOWANCE
Following are eligible for up to $200 reimbursement per fiscal year: Assistant City Engineer, Building Official, City Engineer, Construction Inspection Manager, Inspection & Neighborhood Preservation Manager; Public Works Supervisor, Senior Civil Engineer, and Water Resources Operations Manager

SUPERVISORY DIFFERENTIAL PAY
Minimum of 10% above base salary of non-mgmt subordinate, 7.5% above mgmt subordinate

ACTING PAY
If work minimum of 5 consecutive calendar days, paid @ lowest step of higher class with at least a 5% differential. If assignment > 12 months, optional increment of up to 7% or max of the range, whichever is less. An employee whose acting assignment is expected to exceed 30 calendar days, due to a vacancy or coverage for an extended leave of absence, and whose assignment includes a high degree of complexity and/or increased level of supervisory responsibilities, as determined by the department head, may be eligible to receive up to 7.5% over the employee’s base salary, subject to the approval of the Administrative Services Director

SPECIAL PROJECT PAY
If work minimum of 30 calendar days, 5%-7% differential. If full supervisory, additional % to reflect 2.5% over highest compensated subordinate. If assignment > 12 months, optional increase of up to 7%

BILINGUAL PAY
$60/pay period, certified at the conversational level
Must be identified by Department Head, approved by City Manager, and used on the job.

CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE
If approved, $40/month or $90/month.

AUTO ALLOWANCE
$350/month for Assistant Community Development Director, Building Official, City Engineer, Housing & Human Services Manager, and Planning Manager

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
75% reimbursement for tuition & books
For undergraduate studies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime max
For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime max

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
100% reimbursement for required licenses and certifications

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Three (3) sessions per incident per family member. Unlimited telephonic consultations.

PAY PERIODS
26 pay periods per year

Benefits listed are for full-time employment. Benefits are pro-rated for part-time employment.

ER = Employer
EE = Employee
FT = Full-Time
PT = Part-Time

Closing Date/Time: 10/23/2026 5:00 PM Pacific