Maricopa County

Budget Associate

301 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003 · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$60k-$88kDetected 2 days ago

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About the role

Posting Date 07/20/26 Application Deadline 08/02/26 Pay Range $60,000 - $87,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
Job Type Unclassified Department Office of Budget and Finance About the Position Are you a numbers enthusiast with a passion for public service?
Start your career in government finance as a Budget Associate with Maricopa County!

This is a great entry-level opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build a solid foundation in public budgeting and fiscal analysis.
As a Budget Associate, you'll support the management of Maricopa County's impressive $4.3 billion budget, helping to ensure responsible stewardship of public resources.

Requires working standard business hours Monday through Friday and may be required to work after hours on weekends, or holidays as needed during the pressing months of the budget cycle.
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

$60,000 - $87,500 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Assist in preparing, analyzing, and maintaining the County's annual budget

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

We achieve results through innovation and critical thinking. The mission of the Maricopa County Office of Budget and Finance is to provide timely and accurate information by utilizing our expertise to delivery reports and analysis to the Board, County leadership and other stakeholders, so they can make fiscally responsible decisions. Come join a team that asks "why" and gets the job done!
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public or Business Administration, or a related field.
Budget and finance experience

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.

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