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Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position Budget Analyst Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department BUDGET Division BUDGET Requisition Number 2026237 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement N - Never Pay Grade GE13 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary
Starting Range: $61,647-91,700 year
Job Description
Do you want to work for the best run City in Virginia? If you are detail-oriented, have a passion for data analysis or public policy and are known for your outstanding analytical and customer services skills, we would love for you to apply for an opening in our Budget Department! The City of Chesapeake is seeking applications for the position of Budget Analyst. While experience in local government budgeting is preferred, this position is also open to early-career candidates. The ideal candidate demonstrates intellectual curiosity and is willing to work independently to find solutions to complex problems.
The Analyst will join a talented and innovative Budget staff in a City with a reputation for being stable and well-managed. The Budget Department supports over 40 City departments to develop an annual operating budget and CIP which in total exceed $2 billion. The Analyst would have an opportunity to forge relationships with a portfolio of assigned departments and make recommendations based on analysis to City leadership.
Requires a bachelor's degree in public administration, economics, public finance or a related field. Requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience. Master's degree in a related field is desirable. Hiring salary $60K to $99K DOQ/E.
For complete job description and additional details please review the linked brochure. To apply, please complete online application and attach a cover letter and resume.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Position is open until May 26, 2026; first review of applications is May 19, 2026.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, economics, urban and regional economics, public finance, or a closely related field.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Requirement(s): 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in government, especially at the local level.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/11/2026 Job Close Date 07/19/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants
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Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Lifting N = Never Lifting Amount N/A Carrying Never- Never occurs. Carrying Weight N/A Pushing/Pulling N = Never Pushing/Pulling Weight N/A Reaching N = Never Handling N = Never Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling N = Never Crouching Never- Never occurs. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Never- Never occurs. Twisting N = Never Climbing Never- Never occurs. Balancing Never- Never occurs. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls N = Never Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations N = Never Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
NA
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