Analyst - Federal Funds

Legislative Budget Board • Austin, TX

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Federal Funds Analyst performs research, analysis, and evaluation to assess and improve the effective and efficient use of state resources by state established entities and programs. The Federal Funds Analyst also provides technical assistance. The position reports to the Federal Funds Manager and works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Graduation with a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university is required.
• Think critically, take initiative and use good judgment.
• Communicate professionally in writing and orally (including presentations in formal and informal settings).
• Create timely, relevant, accurate, and polished work products.
• Use business tools successfully (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Google Chrome, email, customized applications, desktop pc, laptop/tablet, and smart phone).
• Analyze, synthesize, and summarize quantitative and qualitative information.
• Identify alternatives and make recommendations supported with evidence.
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information and follow agency protocols.
• Understand legislative/budget processes and budget, performance, and operations of assigned topics.
• Work at a computer and desk for extended periods of time.
• Embrace agency mission/core values and follow policies, procedures, and processes.
• Work effectively with LBB management and staff, as well as all external customers.
• Coordinate, collaborate, and employ good interpersonal skills; demonstrate positive outlook.
• Balance concurrent projects, work under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities/deadlines.
• Act with motivation, organization, and attention to details; complete tasks with an appropriate level of independence.
• Be punctual and have regular attendance.
• Work overtime on nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary to meet agency deadlines.
• Proof of eligibility/authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Proof of compliance with the Selective Service Law for males between the ages of 18 and 25.

Nice To Haves

• Earned graduate degree is preferred.
• Course-work or degree in public policy or administration, program evaluation, quantitative/qualitative research, educational measurement/research, financial affairs, accounting, academic affairs, legal research or a related field is preferred.
• Two years of progressively responsible full-time work experience in a relevant policy area is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate operations and outcomes in light of legislative intent, best practices, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Identify research-based findings and develop recommendations/options to achieve efficiencies and cost savings.
• Conduct reviews to determine compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Present and explain findings to LBB management, legislative committees, and others.
• Write and edit reports that are suitable for publication.
• Develop and implement effective research techniques for evaluating government programs and policies.
• Collect and analyze data, assessing for accuracy and documenting sources.
• Conduct ongoing analysis to identify potential topics for future review.
• Inform management of significant policy/budget issues and provide concise explanations and options for resolution.
• Develop procedures and tools to implement plans/programs and measure/report progress.
• Conduct quality assurance procedures to produce accurate and complete work products.
• Consult with management to initiate studies; identify priorities; and define study scope, methodology, purpose, objectives, time frames and resource requirements.
• Prepare fiscal impact estimates.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other LBB analysts on budget, performance, and revenue issues, as appropriate.
• Contribute to agency projects and perform related work as assigned.

Benefits

• The person hired may not simultaneously be employed by the Legislative Budget Board and another state agency or Texas public institution of public/higher education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level