Budget Director

Job Summary

The Benton County finance department is seeking a Budget Director to join our team.

JOB SUMMARY

The Budget Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of the County's budget, financial forecasting, and resource allocation functions. Serving as a key advisor to the County Administrator, Chief Financial Officer, Board of Commissioners, and executive leadership team, the Budget Director directs countywide budget development, financial forecasting, fiscal sustainability initiatives, and budget execution functions. In conjunction with the CFO and County Administrator, the Budget Director establishes long range financial plans that support the County’s organizational priorities and strategic objectives. The Budget Director provides oversight for the Budget Team, which leads the development, monitoring and analysis of the adopted budgets for the County and County Service Districts, and ensures compliance will all county, state, and federal budget requirements. The position interprets legal and policy restrictions on resources used and identifies opportunities and risks to county’s budget. The work and recommendations of this position and the team it manages provide the basis for budgetary financial decisions that impact the entire county.

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First review of applications will be November 18, 2026. Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Budget Director

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible governmental accounting and budgeting experience.
• Three (3) years of managerial or supervisor experience required.
• Please note: Supervisory experience includes the authority to hire, terminate, assign, reward and discipline other employees

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Please note candidates must have at least 1 year of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent. Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law

• A cover letter is required to be submitted with the application for this position.
• Please include a cover letter no longer than two pages in length that describes your academic and work experience that meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please also include details of your management experience, including details of the number and types of employees you have supervised.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Municipal accounting and budgeting experience with similar sized organization is preferred.
• Experience advising executive leadership, elected officials, and governing boards is highly desirable.

Questions regarding this position can be directed toDebbie Sessions Health Services Business Operations Director | Interim Chief Financial Officer Benton County Health Services Telephone: (541) 766-6771 debbie.sessions@bentoncountyor.gov

BENEFITS

Spend more time with your family, friends and get back to doing what you love!

• 11 Paid Holidays + 64 Personal Leave Hours + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave. Vacation accrual increases with years of service.

$0 Health Insurance Premium!

• Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your whole family without paying a dime.
• In addition, the county contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Retirement account.
• Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications.
• You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year.
• Dependents up to age 26 are covered.

Get ready for retirement. Save money without putting in money!

• After 6 months of employment:
• The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)!
• The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 3% of your salary. You can add more if you wish.
• Loan Forgiveness eligibility

A free award-winning wellness program

• Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health
• Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities
• Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs

100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.

• Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.

Annual Salary Range:

• Budget Manager: $101,853.02 - $142,594.40
• This position is eligible for up to two salary raises within your first year. An Increase may be given at the end of the 6-month probationary period, depending on starting salary, and at the 1-year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Annual performance-based increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.

Salary Placement Your application will be used to determine salary placement based on a pay equity assessment. Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. For further information, please click on the link Oregon Pay Equity Law for more details.

Have benefits questions? Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov Working and Living in Benton CountyLiving and working in the heart of the Willamette Valley offers unparalleled access to the great outdoors. The courthouse is located less than a mile from the Willamette River with excellent fishing and recreational activities. The beautiful Oregon coast is just over an hour away and has plenty of options for fantastic day trips to the beach, surfing, and hiking. You will also have easy access to the Coastal and Cascade mountain ranges for hiking, backpacking, and famous mountain biking trails. In the winter, several ski resorts are available to enjoy your weekends year-round. Living In Benton County

Working at Benton County

How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
• Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
• Answer all supplemental questions.
• A cover letter is required to be submitted with the application.

After you Apply

• You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
• Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.

Additional information

• This is a FLSA exempt position.
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veteran's Resources.
• NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Helpful links and contact informationLearn more about Benton CountyUnderstanding the County Application ProcessJob Interest Cards webpage For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@co.benton.or.us or by phone at 541-766-6081.Benefits

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT BENTON COUNTY

Working for the County is so much more than a job. It is a chance to make a local difference - in your own life and the lives of the people around you. Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, ninety miles south of Portland and forty miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural and major sporting events. Combined with unmatched outdoor recreation, County residents like to say they "have it all". With the Cascade Range, eighty miles to the East, and the Pacific Ocean fifty miles to the West – going out for a day at the beach, fishing, hunting, cycling or hiking is all within reach – Benton County truly offers something for everyone. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program is a top priority for the County.

Benefits Package Details

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
• 11 Paid Holidays + 64 Personal Leave Hours (for Exempt Employees) + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
• $0 Health Insurance Premium!
• Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
• In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account!
• Apart from your deductible, you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications.
• You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year.
• Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
• Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
• After 6 months of employment:
• The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
• The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 3% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
• A free and award-winning wellness program
• Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
• Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
• Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($10,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.
• Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.
• Have benefits questions?
• Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov