Budget Analyst

Are you looking to be part of something big with a lasting impact for the planet and future generations? If so, consider applying for this position with the California Air Resources Board (CARB), which is the world-class leader in the fight against climate change. CARB is charged with protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution and developing programs and actions to fight climate change. From requirements for clean cars and fuels to adopting innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, California has pioneered a range of effective approaches that have set the standard for effective air and climate programs for the nation and the world.

Join our growing team of dedicated professionals as we build the budgetary tools and foundation to tackle the problems of today and tomorrow. At CARB, you will learn and grow by working on complex and multi-faceted budgetary tasks and assignments. You’ll have the ability to learn FI$Cal, fiscal policies and procedures, and intricate details about California’s budgetary and legislative cycle, and experience first-hand how policy and administration come together to achieve results.

Under the direction of the Budget Manager (SSM I), the Budget Analyst performs complex technical budget work and provides consultative budget service to CARB staff and management. The position is responsible for maintaining CARB’s fund condition statements, including updating and tracking expenditures, revenues, and transfers by fund for the prior year, current year, budget year, and outyears. This position also oversees the Payroll Accounts Receivable process by tracking items in FI$Cal and throughout the PAR business process. Cross-train Budget staff on duties, tasks, and assignments. Directly assist staff and managers at CARB with questions related to the fund condition statements, fee program monitoring, and settlements.
Overtime may be required.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resource Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required. 

Beginning July 1st, 2025, per Executive Order N-22-25, CARB employees will be required to report into office four days a week.

The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.

• Position located in a high-rise building.
• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)  
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.