[Hiring] Budget Specialist @Prince George's County Government

Role Description

This is a senior-level administrative position within the Prince George’s County Office of the State’s Attorney, serving as the Budget Specialist. The incumbent is responsible for performing complex budgetary, financial, and administrative functions requiring the exercise of independent judgment, initiative, and professional discretion. This position supports the achievement of the Office’s strategic and operational goals through effective budget planning, analysis, and fiscal oversight. The Budget Specialist reports directly to the Budget Director and works in close coordination with the State’s Attorney and Principal Deputy State’s Attorney on matters related to budget development, financial management, and organizational priorities.

Examples of Work

• Assists in the preparation, development, and administration of the Office’s annual operating and grant-funded budgets.
• Monitors expenditures and budget allocations to ensure compliance with approved budgets, policies, and funding requirements.
• Analyzes financial data and prepares budget forecasts, projections, and variance reports.
• Reviews purchase requests, contracts, and requisitions for budget availability and fiscal compliance.
• Prepares budget amendments, transfers, and other financial adjustments as needed.
• Maintains budget records and financial databases; ensures accuracy and completeness of fiscal data.
• Assists with grant budgeting, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting requirements.
• Prepares financial reports, presentations, and supporting documentation for executive leadership, county agencies, and funding entities.
• Coordinates with Finance, Procurement, Human Resources, and program staff on budget-related matters.
• Assists with audits and responds to requests for financial and budget information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in Accounting, Business/Public Management, Finance, Economics, Quantitative Analyses, or closely related field.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible administrative and budgeting experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in budget administration, financial analysis, accounting, grants management, or governmental finance.
• Experience preparing, monitoring, and analyzing operating budgets.
• Experience preparing financial reports and budget forecasts.
• Experience interpreting and applying fiscal policies, procedures, and regulations.

Conditions of Employment

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies.

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.