Budget and Policy Analyst I/II

Requisition ID: 48802 Work Location: Management & Budget Services - Municipal Center Pay Range: A.10, $57,012.80 - $88,358.40 Starting Salary: Minimum of the Pay Range Work Schedule: Mon - Fri; 8AM - 5PM Part Time Hours/Wk: Job Open Date: 4/7/26 Application Deadline: 4/24/26

Job Duties:

​​​​​​This position may be filled as either a Budget and Policy Analyst I or Budget and Policy Analyst II depending on the qualifications of the selected applicant. The anticipated starting salary is as follows:

Budget Analyst I: $57,012.80

Budget Analyst II: $62,857.60

• Assist in the Review and Analysis of the Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP),
• Provides Budget Review and Policy Analysis to Top Decision-makers throughout the City Organization,
• Function as an Internal Consultant to Departments and Leadership,
• Participate in the Analysis of Departmental Budgets,
• Review and Analysis of the Fiscal Impact of New and Redevelopment Projects,
• Research and Evaluation of Policies and Alternatives,
• Development and Summarization of Financial Information, for Communication with Leadership and Citizens, and recommendations on Revenue,
• Perform Basic Research for Reports, Major Projects and Program Evaluations,
• Collaboration with Staff at all Levels of the Organization.

Official City Job Description:

https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Budget-and-Policy-Analyst-I-01950.pdf

Working Conditions:

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.000538.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

Budget and Policy Analyst I -
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in economics, urban affairs, public or business administration and two (2) years of experience utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with such positions as management budget analyst, financial analyst, research analyst or administrative analyst OR an equivalent combination of education (above high school level) and/or experience equivalent to six (6) years in fields utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with this position. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Budget and Policy Analyst II -
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in economics, urban affairs, public or business administration and four (4) years of experience utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with such positions as management budget analyst I, public safety analyst or research analyst OR an equivalent combination of education (above high school level) and/or experience equivalent to eight (8) years in fields utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with this position. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Required Attachments: Resume and Cover Letter

Preferences:

Qualifications include demonstrated critical thinking skills, strong understanding of public policy and implementation, basic knowledge of budgeting and accounting principles, and general understanding of research and statistical analysis. Preferred qualifications are a Masters of Public Administration, Economics, or Business, experience reviewing operating budgets, research/program evaluations, public policy analysis, and fiscal impact analysis of projects.

Special Instructions:

Actual job level (e.g. I or II) will be determined on the qualifications of the selected applicant and made part of the job offer.

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.