Budget and Evaluation Analyst
Apply NowCompany: City of Minneapolis, MN
Location: Minneapolis, MN 55407
Description:
Salary: $88,972.00 - $104,101.92 Annually
Location : Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00097
Department: Finance & Property Services
Division: Finance Budget
Opening Date: 02/12/2025
Closing Date: 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CNR
Position Description
This position is responsible as the primary representative for their assigned area(s) to lead the process of developing and preparing annual budgets with the complexities of identifying major policy, program and fiscal issues; conducting research, reviewing financial records, reports and other resources to assist and strategically develop options for budgeting and the financial application of resources. Recommends solutions to Department Heads, The Director of Budget, The City Council and Mayor. This position requires a high level of analytical skills and an understanding of the political process of translating policy initiatives into budgeted resources. This position monitors, analyzes and prepares updates on financial performance against budgets and forecasts; performs short-term and longer-term financial analysis on projects to assist assigned departments in evaluating, selecting, controlling allocated and approved resources.
Salary
Anticipated starting salary range: $88,972.00 - $104,101.92/annually, depending on qualifications.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Policy
- A master's degree in business, Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration or closely related field is highly desirable and preferred.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience performing similar duties in a public-sector environment.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
N/A
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is NOT represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis. You can view the Civil Service Rules
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Life insurance
The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and
Paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.
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How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)
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Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).
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This role will be assigned to departments within the Office of Community Safety. Please state your interest level in working with departments such as police, fire and/or Neighborhood Safety to advance public policy, analyze operating, capital, and grant budget allocations, and liaise for other operational needs?
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What is the highest level of education in a relevant field? (e.g Finance, Public Policy, Public Administration, Public/Community Safety eg.)
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How many years of experience do you have in budget analysis, financial analysis, policy analysis, or a related field?
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Do you have experience doing budget and/or policy analysis in the public sector?
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What is your experience level with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, for financial analysis and reporting?
08
Have you provided strategic financial advice to department heads, city officials, or other senior leadership?
09
How many years of experience do you have working with financial accounting systems and databases in a professional setting?
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How would you rate your experience working with public sector financial policies, regulations, and budgeting processes?
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Location : Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00097
Department: Finance & Property Services
Division: Finance Budget
Opening Date: 02/12/2025
Closing Date: 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CNR
Position Description
This position is responsible as the primary representative for their assigned area(s) to lead the process of developing and preparing annual budgets with the complexities of identifying major policy, program and fiscal issues; conducting research, reviewing financial records, reports and other resources to assist and strategically develop options for budgeting and the financial application of resources. Recommends solutions to Department Heads, The Director of Budget, The City Council and Mayor. This position requires a high level of analytical skills and an understanding of the political process of translating policy initiatives into budgeted resources. This position monitors, analyzes and prepares updates on financial performance against budgets and forecasts; performs short-term and longer-term financial analysis on projects to assist assigned departments in evaluating, selecting, controlling allocated and approved resources.
Salary
Anticipated starting salary range: $88,972.00 - $104,101.92/annually, depending on qualifications.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitor City legislative processes, and policy development discussions with elected officials and department staff and be available to assist by providing information and analysis in fiscal issues.
- Analyze the impact of budget proposals and legislative actions and prepare briefing papers for department management.
- Develop and conduct financial studies as assigned to meet goals and expectations of the City; develop and present analysis regarding efficient and economic use of resources.
- Participate in business planning and develop short (Budget Cycle) and longer-term financial projections as assigned to support the implementation of department business plans and labor related issues.
- Collect financial data and information relevant to the organizational structure of the assigned areas of responsibility. Performs financial and statistical analysis utilizing relevant data.
- Collect and analyze information on an assigned project and subject area, prepare reports summarizing findings and make presentation.
- Conduct research on project histories through the review of financial records, reports, applied resources and outcomes to assist assigned areas in forecasting future opportunities.
- Utilize financial systems to support departments in their initiatives. 9. Collect and analyze information on assigned projects and subject areas.
- Prepare written reports summarizing findings.
- Present logic used to determine objective conclusions as well as alternatives worthy of consideration.
- Develop and present analysis for both long and short-term funding opportunities.
- Work with leadership in assigned areas, identify, and analyze opportunities for improvements in the deployment of budgeted resources.
- Assist in the production of financial reports such as the City Budget.
- Provide work team strategic advice to department heads and department managers with a high degree of independence and discretion.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Policy
- A master's degree in business, Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration or closely related field is highly desirable and preferred.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience performing similar duties in a public-sector environment.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
N/A
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is NOT represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis. You can view the Civil Service Rules
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of public sector budgeting processes as well as operational challenges of providing a broad range of services to the public.
- An understanding of public financing and revenue sources that exist or are potentially available to meet the resource requirement of the City.
- Considerable knowledge of budgeting, accounting and investment principles and practices.
- Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of financial analysis, including cost benefit analysis and forecasting.
- Good knowledge of financial accounting systems and databases used in the assigned area.
- Ability to analyze, interpret and report results of analysis.
- Ability to present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels in the City structure.
- Good judgment and political sensitivity.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products.
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Life insurance
The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and
Paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass: The program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.
Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.
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How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)
- Recruiter
- City of Minneapolis website
- City of Minneapolis employee
- City of Minneapolis job interest card
- City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Diversityjobs.com website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- Indeed.com website
- Minnesotajobs.com website
- Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Website
- Other website
- Other social media site
- Newspaper
- Other media
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job Fair
- Professional association
- Site Visit
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Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).
03
This role will be assigned to departments within the Office of Community Safety. Please state your interest level in working with departments such as police, fire and/or Neighborhood Safety to advance public policy, analyze operating, capital, and grant budget allocations, and liaise for other operational needs?
- Very Interested
- Somewhat Interested
- Neutral
- Not Interested
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What is the highest level of education in a relevant field? (e.g Finance, Public Policy, Public Administration, Public/Community Safety eg.)
- High School/GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
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How many years of experience do you have in budget analysis, financial analysis, policy analysis, or a related field?
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- More than 1 years of experience, but less than 2 years
- More than 2 years of experience, but less than 3 years
- More than 3 years of experience, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
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Do you have experience doing budget and/or policy analysis in the public sector?
- Yes
- No
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What is your experience level with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, for financial analysis and reporting?
- No Experience
- Basic proficiency (e.g., simple calculations and data entry)
- Intermediate proficiency (e.g., pivot tables, formulas, and charts)
- Advanced proficiency (e.g., financial modeling, complex formulas, macros)
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Have you provided strategic financial advice to department heads, city officials, or other senior leadership?
- No experience
- Limited experience in a supporting role
- Regular experience providing financial analysis to leadership
- Extensive experience advising leadership and influencing financial decisions
09
How many years of experience do you have working with financial accounting systems and databases in a professional setting?
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- More than 1 year but less than 2 years
- More than 2 years but less than 3 years
- More than 3 years but less than 4 years
- 4 or more years
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How would you rate your experience working with public sector financial policies, regulations, and budgeting processes?
- No experience - I have never worked with public sector financial policies or budgeting.
- Limited experience - I have some familiarity but have not worked directly on budgeting or policy analysis.
- Moderate experience - I have worked with public sector budgeting and financial policies under supervision.
- Significant experience - I have independently managed or contributed to public sector budgeting and financial policy decisions.
- Extensive experience - I have led budgeting efforts, developed financial policies, and advised leadership on public sector financial regulations.
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