CAO Analyst I/II/III

$102,204 - $115,800/Yr

Tulare County Main - Visalia, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Visalia, CA

About the position

The CAO Analyst I/II/III position within the County Administrative Office in Visalia, CA, is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of the County's budget and financial programs. This role involves conducting complex analyses, providing recommendations, and coordinating activities with various departments and agencies. The position is available at three levels, each with increasing responsibilities and requirements, aimed at supporting the County's fiscal management and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and preparation of the County annual budget.
• Assist in the direction of and participate in the development and implementation of County-wide goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
• Counsel departments on budgetary and administrative needs.
• Prepare statements of improved procedures, methods, and systems.
• Interpret and implement policies and procedures.
• Review and analyze personnel requests to maintain Countywide fiscal control.
• Perform analytical studies and surveys, collecting information on operational and administrative problems.
• Coordinate activities of the County Administrative Office with County departments and outside agencies.
• Evaluate statutory requirements for possible reinterpretation or amendment.
• Conduct highly complex studies and prepare reports related to administrative functions.
• Monitor, review, and make recommendations on assigned department budgets.
• Act as a liaison in budgetary matters with other agencies and citizen groups.
• Consult with senior management on planning, policy, service, or program direction.
• Direct and oversee complex analytical work impacting assigned departments.
• Make oral presentations to the Board of Supervisors on budget-related issues.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public or business administration, public policy, political science, accounting, urban planning, economics, or a closely related field.
• Level I: Two years of progressively responsible staff experience in policy analysis, project management, budget analysis, and/or accounting, preferably with a local government.
• Level II: Two years of progressively responsible local governmental experience equivalent to that of a CAO Analyst I in Tulare County.
• Level III: Four years of progressively responsible local governmental experience in complex budget analysis, development, and administration.
• A Master's degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• Lead or supervisory experience is highly desirable.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with local government budgeting processes.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local governmental organization.
• Familiarity with statistical data collection and analysis techniques.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• Vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan (401k).
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Flexible scheduling options.