Management Analyst (Budget)

Job Description:

Management Analyst (Budget)

Description

THE CITY

Help Shape Our Organization’s Financial Priorities as a Budget Management Analyst * Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, March 16, 2026.*

**This recruitment is limited to the first 100 applications submitted. The job announcement may close at any time without prior notice.**
Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917 and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops, and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 700+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $368 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Housing and Human Services, Planning & Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services (PRCS), and Transportation. To learn more, please refer to the Culver City Management Group MOU and the City's Benefits Overview Guide.

THE POSITION

The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Thoroughly analyzes program and operational issues. Collects data sufficient to support conclusions and recommendations. Complete the analysis consistent with established deadlines.
• Writes reports which support ideas logically. Writes clearly and convincingly employing a style and structure content to suit the audience.
• Makes effective verbal presentations. Develops and presents ideas and issues in a convincing verbal manner.
• Keeps supervisor informed of problems and issues of which the supervisor may not be aware.
• Maintains effective and continuing rapport with other governmental units. Effectively represents the City on issues of importance to the City. Established rapport with City staff of all levels. Is effective in obtaining and providing information and resolving issues in question.
• Understands and is able to adapt to the management style of immediate supervisor.
• Maintains a current and thorough working knowledge of City programs and their requirements.
• Keeps abreast of current developments and trends in the field of public administration.
• Assists in budget preparation and review. Gathers and analyzes data on existing programs, conducts surveys, and prepares proposals for the budget including financing, staffing, and organizational levels.

IDEAL CANDIDATE : The ideal candidate will have direct experience in desired area, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to keeping accurate records and accomplishing tasks under pressure. Must possess strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to interact positively and effectively with the public, City staff, and appointed and elected officials. Candidate must be able to work independently, enjoys working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and committed to providing exceptional service.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way (not the only way) is the possession of:

•BA Degree/BS Degree
•Two years of professional administrative work in a public sector environment.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to advance to the next stage in the recruitment process, which consists of an oral appraisal interview. Candidates who are not invited to the next stage will be deferred and may receive future consideration. The oral appraisal interview is tentatively scheduled for the week of April 13, 2026.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this job posting does not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.

Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.

This position is represented by Culver City Management Group (CCMG).

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision. For more detailed information regarding the benefits associated with this position please visit the
Culver City Human Resources Department website .

• Refer to the ‘ Employee Benefits ’ page to view the current Benefit Summary Guide.
• Refer to the ‘ Labor and Employee Relations ’ page to view the applicable MOU.

Closing Date/Time: 3/31/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$97,302.40 - $118,768.00 Annually