Budget Officer

Come join our team! Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County’s residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration. The Prince George's County Office of the State's Attorney is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Budget Officer (Budget Management Analyst 5G) grade G29 position in the Budget Unit. About the Position This is a management-level position within the Office of the State’s Attorney of Prince George’s County. The incumbent oversees professional and administrative work performed in conjunction with the administration of a major budget development or management analysis program. The incumbents provide key management-level, administrative, and technical support and function as a section chief in functional areas characteristic of the department. Significant aspects of the work include interpreting and explaining the more complex details of budget/management analyses, policies, procedures, laws, and regulations to County personnel in resolving the most complex programmatic problems or issues. Regular contact and communications with other employees, Office of Management and Budget, the Office of the County Executive staff, and County Council staff are essential. The purpose of these contacts is to advise, persuade, often negotiate, and otherwise present analyses and recommendations about issues which have significant impact on operating and capital budget formulation and decision making, and other issues which have either political, legal, fiscal, social, environmental, tax rate and/or service delivery implications. The incumbent also represents the State’s Attorney at public meetings, council sessions and legislative hearings. About the Agency The Office of the State’s Attorney strives to secure justice for all residents through firm, fair and consistent prosecutions with the highest level of experience, integrity and professionalism. The Office will be responsive to the very diverse community of Prince George’s County, treating every person with dignity and respect. The State's Attorney's Office (SAO) is responsible for serving nearly one million residents of Prince George's County. The SAO's legal department is divided into multiple divisions, each of which has jurisdiction over different facets of criminal law. Directs and oversees the development, implementation, and administration of the Office's annual operating and capital budgets. Provides strategic leadership and oversight of budget planning, fiscal management, and financial analysis to support agency goals and priorities. Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates departmental budget requests and develops recommendations for executive leadership. Monitors agency expenditures, revenues, grants, and financial performance to ensure compliance with approved budgets and County fiscal policies. Develops long-range financial forecasts and budget projections to support organizational planning and resource allocation. Advises executive leadership on budgetary, financial, and management issues that affect agency operations and strategic initiatives. Interprets and applies County policies, budget regulations, financial procedures, and applicable laws to resolve complex fiscal and operational issues. Prepares and presents budget recommendations, financial reports, fiscal impact analyses, and supporting documentation to executive leadership, County officials, and legislative bodies. Represents the Office of the State's Attorney during budget hearings, County Council sessions, legislative hearings, and other public meetings. Oversees the preparation and submission of budget amendments, supplemental appropriations, grant budgets, and other fiscal requests. Supervises professional, technical, and administrative staff engaged in budget preparation, financial analysis, procurement, grants management, and related administrative functions. Establishes internal fiscal controls and ensures compliance with County, State, and federal financial requirements. Coordinates financial planning related to grants, special funding initiatives, and capital improvement projects. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business/Public Management, Finance, Economics, Quantitative Analyses, or a closely related field. Four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative and budgeting experience; including at least two (2) years in a lead/supervisory role. An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Please note there is no equivalency for the required supervisory experience. Preferred Qualifications Five (5) 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. EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. Salary Range Transparency The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Tentative Interview Dates July 28-30,2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details. Job Location 14735 Main St, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 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 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. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave. #J-18808-Ljbffr