BUDGET ANALYST - ST. GEORGE

BUDGET ANALYST - ST. GEORGE

Salary

$59,421.12 - $65,363.24 Annually

Location

201 Johnston Street, St. George, SC 29477, SC

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

02533

Department

BUSINESS SERVICES

Opening Date

11/06/2026

Closing Date

11/27/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

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Description

All applicants must apply online. A RESUME IS WELCOMED BUT WILL NOT REPLACE THE COMPLETION OF APPLICATION.

The purpose of this job is to assist the Budget Officer and Director of Business Services in developing the County's annual operating and capital budget as well as ensuring proper management of revenues. In addition, this position monitors the administration of the annual budget and works with the Financial Services Division and affected functions to resolve budgetary issues. This includes forecasting and cross departmental communication regarding changes in policies or trends that would affect the frequency or amount, or revenue collected. The Budget Analyst also monitors the administration of capital projects and collaborates with the Capital Projects Manager to address any related issues.

This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepares baseline expenditure budgets to determine the County's financial position.

Develops budget forms and instructions for departments submitting annual funding and project appropriation requests.

Reviews and evaluates departmental budget requests; provides briefings and funding recommendations to the Budget Officer.

Prepares supporting documentation for the County Administrator's budget request to County Council, including schedules, narratives, memoranda, and ordinances.

Assists in preparing the annual GFOA Budget Document and submits documentation for the Government Finance Officers Association's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.

Prepares the five-year Capital Improvement Plan.

Compiles the annual Revenue Manual and updates related statutes and ordinances as needed.

Enters budget data into the County's financial system and assists the Budget Officer in verifying accuracy.

Monitors the administration of the approved operating and capital budgets; works with departments to address budgetary issues throughout the year.

Coordinates with Financial Services and operating departments to resolve capital project management issues.

Prepares and maintains statistical data and reports for decision-making.

Handles invoicing for Business Services and other applicable departments.

Assists in preparing financial and statistical reports for internal and external use.

Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or Public Administration or related discipline.

One year of accounting, budgeting or closely related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses:

Proficient in Microsoft Suit applications.

Intermediate level Microsoft Excel proficiency is required.

Additional Requirements

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

None.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. Weve maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

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Do you possess at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, Business or Public Administration or related discipline? Required

• Y
• No

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Do you have at a minimum one year of accounting, budgeting or closely related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes
• No

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In order to be qualified for this position, you must be detail oriented and able to multitask. Do you feel that you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

05

You must be able to deal with difficult customers in a professional manner. Do you feel that you can fulfill this qualification?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires proficiency in Excel. Do you possess this skill? Rate your Excel skills from 1 - 5, 1 - limited, 5 - proficient.

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This position requires usage of Excel to include formulas, charts, etc. Describe in detail assignments that demonstrated your usage of formulas and charts and where you gained this experience.

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Describe the highest budget managed and describe the types of accounts.

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Do you have government or nonprofit budgetary experience?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.

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What is your salary expectation? Do not respond with opened.

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Work History: Do not put "see resume" for any section other than a description of duties. List work history including part-time, temporary, self-employment and military service beginning with your most current/present employer. You may also list verifiable volunteer experience as well. Please provide ten years work history or unemployed history. I have read and have complied.

• Yes
• No

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This position requires Intermediate level Microsoft Excel proficiency. Do you possess this skill set?

• Yes
• No

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Do you current possess Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Dorchester County

Address 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477

Phone 843-832-1640

Website http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov