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Job Summary The Benton County finance department is seeking a Budget Manager to join our team. JOB SUMMARY The Budget Manager is responsible for supervising the Budgeting Team, consisting of four budget analysts, within the Financial Services Department. The Budgeting Team leads the development, monitoring and analysis of the adopted budgets for the County and County Service Districts, and ensures compliance with all county, state, and federal budget requirements.

The position also performs complex analysis and technical work related to countywide financial and budget activities; conducts countywide revenue and expenditures trend analyses; develops and manages revenue forecasting methodology and models, interprets legal and policy restrictions on resource used; and identifies opportunities and risks to county's budget. The work and recommendations of this position and the team it manages provides the basis for budgetary financial decisions that impact the entire county. Click Here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements.

First review of applications will be September 2, 2026. Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Budget Manager The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college Experience: Seven years of governmental accounting/budgeting experience including three years of experience in a supervisory or management role Please note: Supervisory experience includes the authority to hire, terminate, assign, reward and discipline other employees A cover letter is required to be submitted with the application for this position. Please include a cover letter no longer than two pages in length that describes your academic and work experience that meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please also include details of your management experience, including details of the number and types of employees you have supervised.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills & Experience Municipal accounting/budgeting experience with similar sized organization is preferred. Questions regarding this position can be directed to Jennifer Ferrer-Santa Ines, Chief Financial Officer Telephone: (541) 766-6076 Email: jennifer.ferrer-santaines@bentoncountyor.gov BENEFITS Spend more time with your family, friends and get back to doing what you love. 11 Paid Holidays + 64 Personal Leave Hours + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave

Vacation accrual increases with years of service. $0 Health Insurance Premium. Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your whole family without paying a dime.

In addition, the county contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Retirement account. Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications

You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year. Dependents up to age 26 are covered. Get ready for retirement.

Save money without putting in money. After 6 months of employment: The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 3% of your salary.

You can add more if you wish. Loan Forgiveness eligibility A free award-winning wellness program Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($10,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage. Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.

Annual Salary Range: Budget Manager: $86,413.60 - $117,836.58 This position is eligible for up to two salary raises within your first year. An Increase may be given at the end of the 6-month probationary period, depending on starting salary, and at the 1-year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing. Annual performance-based increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached

Salary Placement Your application will be used to determine salary placement based on a pay equity assessment. Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. For further information, please click on the link Oregon Pay Equity Law for more details.

Have benefits questions. Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov Working and Living in Benton County Living and working in the heart of the Willamette Valley offers unparalleled access to the great outdoors. The courthouse is located less than a mile from the Willamette River with excellent fishing and recreational activities

The beautiful Oregon coast is just over an hour away and has plenty of options for fantastic day trips to the beach, surfing, and hiking. You will also have easy access to the Coastal and Cascade mountain ranges for hiking, backpacking, and famous mountain biking trails. In the winter, several ski resorts are available to enjoy your weekends year-round.

Living In Benton County Working at Benton County How to Apply To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.

Answer all supplemental questions. A cover letter is required to be submitted with the application. After you Apply You will get an email stating your application has been submitted.

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Additional information This is a FLSA exempt position. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle. Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veteran's Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.

Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081. Helpful links and contact information Learn more about Benton County Understanding the County Application Process Job Interest Cards webpage For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@co.benton.or.us or by phone at 541-766-6081.