University of California, Davis
Principal Budget Analyst (FINANCIAL ANL 4 CX)
University of California, Davis, Davis, California, us, 95617
Principal Budget Analyst (FINANCIAL ANL 4 CX)
Reporting to the Director of Program Budget and Policy within the Office of Budget and Institutional Analysis, the Principal Budget Analyst provides expert analysis, information, and recommendations to senior campus leadership on budget policy and implementation across assigned program areas and cross‑cutting projects or processes.
Key responsibilities include developing, interpreting, and implementing highly complex budget concepts; analyzing budget proposals and resource requests; conducting special studies on budgetary issues that require synthesis of large data sets; and collaborating across all levels of management to formulate data‑driven recommendations on budget policy development and implementation.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Policy, Public Policy, Public Administration, Statistics, Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience analyzing budget proposals and policies, or performing high‑level financial management tasks in a multi‑fund source environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs for distilling data from large sets and presenting findings to campus decision makers and stakeholders.
Strong oral and written communication skills appropriate for individual, group, and formal presentations.
Proactive analytical, problem‑diagnosis, problem‑solving, and management skills to independently research, develop, and recommend solutions.
Organizational skills to plan, coordinate, set priorities, multitask, and adapt to changing priorities on multiple projects.
Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Policy, Higher Education Policy, or a related field.
Experience working in a higher‑education institution or with higher‑education policy.
Familiarity with UC financial and budget concepts, processes, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of campus organization and the relationship between academic, administrative, and support units and their activities.
Key Responsibilities
45% – Budget and Policy Analysis
45% – Budget Planning and Coordination
10% – University Service and Special Projects
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $94,700 – $177,300 per year (Department budgeted salary range: $94,700 – $136,000 per year).
Salary Frequency: Monthly
Salary Grade: 164
UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL 4 CX
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Career
Percentage of Time: 100%
Shift (Work Schedule): Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Davis, CA
Union Representation: Yes – CX
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hybrid work (mix of on‑site and remote)
Apply By Date: January 12, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Recruitment Period: One month – Applicants screened after two weeks and then weekly. Position may be filled prior to removal date.
Benefits
High‑quality, low‑cost medical plans with family coverage options.
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums.
Extensive leave benefits, including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave.
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time under UC policies or collective bargaining agreements.
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
Access to free professional development courses.
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources.
On‑site Employee Assistance Program with free mental health services.
Supplemental insurance options, including life, disability, pet, and legal coverage.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Student Loan Repayment Assistance for qualified roles.
Retirement benefit options (Pension and other retirement savings plans).
Physical Demands
Standing – occasional up to 3 hours
Walking – occasional up to 3 hours
Sitting – frequent 3–6 hours
Lifting/Carrying 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours
Pushing/Pulling 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours
Bending/Stooping – occasional up to 3 hours
Squatting/Kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours
Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours
Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion – frequent 3–6 hours
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – frequent 3–6 hours
Complex problem solving/reasoning – occasional up to 3 hours
Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3–6 hours
Communication skills – frequent 3–6 hours
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours
Constant interaction – frequent 3–6 hours
Customer/Patient contact – frequent 3–6 hours
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3–6 hours
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke‑free campus effective January 1, 2014. Employees must follow safety procedures and guidelines.
Special Requirements
Employment contingent upon clearing criminal background checks, drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : The final candidate must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years that determine misconduct, any allegations, or ongoing disciplinary proceedings. This includes any appeals of a finding of misconduct.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging UC Davis is committed to solving urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals to apply, even if all qualifications are not met.
University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Background check program details: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
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Key responsibilities include developing, interpreting, and implementing highly complex budget concepts; analyzing budget proposals and resource requests; conducting special studies on budgetary issues that require synthesis of large data sets; and collaborating across all levels of management to formulate data‑driven recommendations on budget policy development and implementation.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Policy, Public Policy, Public Administration, Statistics, Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience analyzing budget proposals and policies, or performing high‑level financial management tasks in a multi‑fund source environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs for distilling data from large sets and presenting findings to campus decision makers and stakeholders.
Strong oral and written communication skills appropriate for individual, group, and formal presentations.
Proactive analytical, problem‑diagnosis, problem‑solving, and management skills to independently research, develop, and recommend solutions.
Organizational skills to plan, coordinate, set priorities, multitask, and adapt to changing priorities on multiple projects.
Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Policy, Higher Education Policy, or a related field.
Experience working in a higher‑education institution or with higher‑education policy.
Familiarity with UC financial and budget concepts, processes, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of campus organization and the relationship between academic, administrative, and support units and their activities.
Key Responsibilities
45% – Budget and Policy Analysis
45% – Budget Planning and Coordination
10% – University Service and Special Projects
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $94,700 – $177,300 per year (Department budgeted salary range: $94,700 – $136,000 per year).
Salary Frequency: Monthly
Salary Grade: 164
UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL 4 CX
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Career
Percentage of Time: 100%
Shift (Work Schedule): Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Davis, CA
Union Representation: Yes – CX
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hybrid work (mix of on‑site and remote)
Apply By Date: January 12, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Recruitment Period: One month – Applicants screened after two weeks and then weekly. Position may be filled prior to removal date.
Benefits
High‑quality, low‑cost medical plans with family coverage options.
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums.
Extensive leave benefits, including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave.
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time under UC policies or collective bargaining agreements.
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
Access to free professional development courses.
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources.
On‑site Employee Assistance Program with free mental health services.
Supplemental insurance options, including life, disability, pet, and legal coverage.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Student Loan Repayment Assistance for qualified roles.
Retirement benefit options (Pension and other retirement savings plans).
Physical Demands
Standing – occasional up to 3 hours
Walking – occasional up to 3 hours
Sitting – frequent 3–6 hours
Lifting/Carrying 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours
Pushing/Pulling 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours
Bending/Stooping – occasional up to 3 hours
Squatting/Kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours
Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours
Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion – frequent 3–6 hours
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – frequent 3–6 hours
Complex problem solving/reasoning – occasional up to 3 hours
Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3–6 hours
Communication skills – frequent 3–6 hours
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours
Constant interaction – frequent 3–6 hours
Customer/Patient contact – frequent 3–6 hours
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3–6 hours
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke‑free campus effective January 1, 2014. Employees must follow safety procedures and guidelines.
Special Requirements
Employment contingent upon clearing criminal background checks, drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : The final candidate must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years that determine misconduct, any allegations, or ongoing disciplinary proceedings. This includes any appeals of a finding of misconduct.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging UC Davis is committed to solving urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals to apply, even if all qualifications are not met.
University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Background check program details: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
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