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Budget Specialist
Ada County Highway District (Achd)
Covers planning, construction, maintenance, operations, rehabilitation and improvements of Ada County roads and bridges.
Performs budget development, analysis, monitoring, and reporting for the Administration Dept.
7d ago
$20 - $25
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Garden City, ID
Office Full-Time
Company Size
348 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Construction
Maintenance
Operations
Traffic Engineering
Congestion Management
Traffic Operations
Drainage Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Transportation
Infrastructure
Roadway Maintenance
Urban Streets
Rural Roadways
Bridge Maintenance
Stormwater Drainage Systems
Traffic Signal Systems
Role
What you would be doing
budget development
budget analysis
expenditure monitoring
data tracking
forecasting
report management
Under the supervision of the Budget Manager, the Budget Specialist performs technical and administrative tasks related to budget development and analysis.
The Budget Specialists responsibilities include assisting with budget preparation, monitoring expenditures, tracking financial data, supporting forecasting efforts, organizing documentation, and maintaining reports within the budgeting software.
What you bring
stakeholder relations
budgeting
accounting degree
excel
gasb
regulations
The position requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with auditors, accountants, representatives from federal, state, and local agencies, the general public and other District employees.
Experience in all aspects of budgeting processes in local government, preferably in an independent agency comparable to the District. Graduation from a college or university with major work in accounting, business management or related field OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, abilities.
The successful candidate will have considerable knowledge of general accounting procedures/processes, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong emphasis on Excel, governmental budgeting theories and practices, and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) / Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
Good knowledge of federal and state regulations relating to budgeting and problem-solving techniques.
The agency was established in 1971 as Idaho’s only countywide highway district.
2,100 Miles
Roads and bridges managed
Oversees approximately 2,100 miles of local roads and bridges valued at $3 billion.
$3 Billion
Value of infrastructure
The total value of the roads and bridges under management is approximately $3 billion.
697 Miles
Stormwater pipes maintained
Maintains 697 miles of stormwater pipe as part of its infrastructure network.
Unites all Ada County cities under one road-maintenance authority.
Shapes short- and mid-range transportation planning across diverse urban and rural areas.
Day-to-day operations managed by a director overseeing five divisions: Administration, Engineering, Maintenance & Operations, Traffic, and Planning & Development.
Tasks include chip sealing, winter snow/ice control, drainage systems maintenance, and pedestrian network safety.
Typical projects involve arterials, farm-to-market roads, signal systems, sidewalks, bike lanes, and stormwater infrastructure.
Notable for being one of few U.S. agencies managing streets countywide and has faced political scrutiny and efforts to dissolve or restructure.
Earned recognition for excellence in pavement preservation, bicycle-friendly initiatives, snow equipment handling, and innovative roundabout work.
Maintains stormwater networks with over 90 ponds, protecting roads and the Boise River.
Runs an Adopt-a-Highway litter program and uses community labor crews for roadside and weed control.
Culture + Values
Committed to service and safety for the community.
Value integrity and transparency in all work.
Promote accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Strive for operational excellence with high-quality and cost-effective solutions.
Collaborate to solve challenges and ensure positive outcomes for Ada County residents.
Environment + Sustainability
Is committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Uses energy-efficient equipment and practices to reduce emissions and energy consumption.
Aims to maintain and improve infrastructure with minimal impact on the environment.
Focuses on reducing the carbon footprint of its operations.
Is committed to maintaining sustainable stormwater management practices.
Does not have a specific net-zero target date publicly available at this time.
Inclusion & Diversity
The organization does not publicly provide specific DEI strategy, goals, or gender-related statistics on its official website or LinkedIn page.
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