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Budget Analyst

Tennessee Middle Probation and Pretrial Services

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Budget Analyst with Tennessee Middle Probation and Pretrial Services in Nashville, TN, paying $54,372 a year ($26.14 an hour). Posted Sep 15, 2026.

Pay
$54,372 a year ($26.14 an hour)
Location
Nashville, TN
Employment type
Full-time
Employer
Tennessee Middle Probation and Pretrial Services (federal government)
Posted
Sep 15, 2026

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Job Description

Overview of the Position The U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the Middle District of Tennessee is accepting applications for a Budget Analyst to support the Probation and Pretrial Services Office. The successful candidate will report to the Fred D. Thompson U.S. Courthouse & Federal Building in Nashville, Tennessee. Position Description The Budget Analyst is responsible for assisting in the support of the financial operations of the probation and pretrial services office. This work requires processing a high volume of financial transactions, interpreting and applying complex rules and regulations, maintaining a high level of processing accuracy, attention to detail and timeliness, and providing excellent customer service. The Budget Analyst performs and coordinates administrative, technical, and professional work related to financial and accounting activities, including ensuring compliance with appropriate guidelines, policies, and internal controls. The incumbent prepares, updates, and processes a variety of accounting records, financial statements, reports, and oversees budget preparation, accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, conducts internal controls reviews, develops recommendations on procedures for improvements, and policy development regarding financial matters. The Budget Analyst will report to the Court Unit Executive or their designee.

Requirements

Minimum The successful candidate will possess: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a closely related field One year of specialized experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong math skills Extraordinary attention to detail Excellent organizational and time management skills Spatial reasoning skills Strong customer service skills and ability to deal with a wide variety of people, tactfully and courteously Ability to use independent judgment Excellent data management skills Availability to occasionally work overtime and overnight travel To be eligible for appointment at classification level CL-27, a candidate must possess the minimum qualifications, a minimum of two years of specialized experience, and progressively responsible professional experience in at least one functional area of financial management and administration such as budget, accounting, auditing or financial reporting that provided the knowledge of rules, regulations, and terminology of financial administration. A successful candidate must be professional, customer service oriented, responsible, organized, and meticulous, possessing strong analytical skills, discretion, tact, good judgement, initiative and the ability to maintain confidentiality and work with a wide variety of people with diverse backgrounds. The candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent customer service skills, and be computer savvy, including proficiency with Microsoft applications, Adobe Acrobat and other basic computer software programs. A proactive and collaborative team attitude, and a willingness to adapt to a changing work environment are essential to maintain the probation office’s quality standards. The individual selected must understand and abide by the rules, policies, and regulations of the Federal Court system. Preferred In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to candidates who also possess any of the following: Professional experience in two or more functional areas of financial management Experience leading the work of others in a professional setting An advanced degree in finance from an accredited college or university Knowledge of federal judiciary policies, practices, regulations, and terminology related to federal court administration financial transactions (such as trustee payments, travel expense reimbursement, victim restitution, criminal debt management and payment for procured goods and services) Knowledge of, and compliance with, the Judicial Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and court confidentiality requirements Ability to consistently demonstrate sound judgment and high ethical standards Competencies Required: Knowledge of basic accounting principles, internal controls, and separation of duties Knowledge of financial systems and how to use automated systems to perform day-to-day activities Knowledge of the accounts, procedures, and applicable financial automated systems of the judiciary. Skill and accuracy in working with numerical calculations. Skill in bookkeeping principles and practices Ability to understand relationships among accounts and how procedures relate to the overall business of the court unit Ability to recognize errors and their probable causes Ability to work well under pressure. Should possess a high degree of accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment Ability to communicate technical information effectively (orally and in writing) to end users in a manner they can understand Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with others, provide customer service and resolve difficulties while complying with regulations, rules, and procedures Ability to provide and exchange accurate and timely information with individuals within and outside the court Skill in the use of automated equipment including Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, spread sheet and database applications, as well as financial and accounting systems The abili

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