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Valdosta State University
Budget Analyst I (VP Finance Administration & Budgeting Services)
Job Description
About Us As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values. Blazer Creed Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University. Civility
- A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity
- Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty. Citizenship
- Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.
Responsibilities Typical Allocation of Duties :
Budget management- 55% Perform budget management duties for assigned university budget unit(s). Budget development
- 15% Assist in the preparation of operational budgets for assigned colleges, departments, or other units. Advise and support
- 10% Provide advice and support to appropriate administration and staff regarding available options and budgetary implications. Prepare reports
- 10% Compile data and prepare a variety of regular and special budget reports. Train staff
- 10% Provide training to unit staff on matters related to budget development and management.
Employment is contingent upon:
successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check reference checks Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position: satisfactory credit check successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) pre-employment drug testing confirmation of credentials After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training: New employee orientationVSU's Annual Compliance Training:
USG Ethics Policy Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy Drug Free Workplace Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Motor Vehicle Policy Workers Compensation (new hires) Georgia Open Records Act (new hires) USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly) Job-specific training such as: FMLA and Worker¿s Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving Equal Employment Opportunity Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual. Background Check Position of Trust + Credit Accommodations If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings, apply for a job on this site, or participate in the search process as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills, in the Office of Human Resources at croark@valdosta.edu. Special Applicant Instructions Valdosta State University may provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for select positions when consistent with institutional needs, University policy, and applicable law. Sponsorship is considered on a case-by-case basis and is not available for all positions. Applicants who anticipate requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future are encouraged to contact Human Resources early in the recruitment process with questions regarding sponsorship eligibility. Clery Disclosure The Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act requires institutions of higher education to publish an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The ASFSR includes crime statistics for the three previous calendar years of reported crimes that occurred on campus; in or on certain non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by our institution; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and fire safety policies and statistics. The ASFSR is published annually by October 1 and is available online at: https://www.valdosta.edu/administration/finance-admin/police/documents/2025-asfr-final-draft-aa.docx.pdf. You may request a paper copy of the report by emailing openrecords@valdosta.edu.Benefits
- Dental Insurance
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