Budget Analyst (Fiscal Analyst 3)- Hybrid Work Opportunity!

State of Oregon

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Do you have experience in fiscal modeling and forecasting? Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at managing time effectively? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities? If so, we encourage you to apply and join our team as a Budget Analyst! At the Oregon Employment Department, we actively support a workforce that is representative of the people we serve including people from various races, genders, abilities, cultures, language skills, geographic locations, and justice system involvement. We value your life experiences and encourage everyone to apply with your transferable skills and qualifications from your work, school, and volunteer experiences. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation. WHAT YOU WILL DO: The Budget Analyst will conduct analyses of complex systems and programs, including the interaction of various OED programs and their impact on Oregonians, with an emphasis on financial aspects. In this role you will: conduct and coordinate comprehensive studies and reviews of fiscal, policy and operational issues; track and analyzes state and federal law and determines implications for the department, and review legislative proposals; analyze the budget of the Department: identify policy and financial issues; develop, interpret and monitor the budget; monitor, evaluate and revise financial operations for compliance with legal, federal and state regulations including strategies to maximize federal revenue; develop strategies with the managers to meet budget targets while meeting operational needs; and review and revise policy analysis and complete fiscal analysis in preparation for and during the legislative session including legislative concepts, bills, and other proposals. For a complete review of the position and responsibilities, please click here. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Required Minimum Qualifications Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience that included the preparation, analysis, and administration of a budget or fiscal system. Experience must have included modeling and forecasting fiscal information. A bachelor’s degree in business, Public or Non-Profit Management, Finance, Accounting or a related degree (such as Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration or other analytical or technical degree) may substitute for three (3) years of the required experience. A graduate-level degree in any of the above areas may substitute for four (4) of the six years. Desired Attributes Demonstrated experience ensuring accuracy and precision in all work while leveraging advanced technical skills to analyze data, improve processes, and deliver high-quality results. Demonstrated experience providing clear and professional communication while building effective relationships to anticipate and meet stakeholder needs. Demonstrated proactive problem-solving by anticipating challenges, taking initiative to implement solutions, and adapting strategies in dynamic environments to achieve organizational goals. Ability to effectively organize tasks and resources while managing projects of varying complexity; demonstrate strong prioritization, meet deadlines, and adapt plans to ensure successful outcomes. Demonstrated experience applying strong financial analysis skills while ensuring full compliance with fiscal policies and regulatory requirements; proactively interpreting guidelines to support accurate, compliant decision-making. Commitment to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU: A workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment and encourages learning and mentoring. Rewarding work in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service. Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package. Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity! Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.

Requirements

• Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience that included the preparation, analysis, and administration of a budget or fiscal system.
• Experience must have included modeling and forecasting fiscal information.
• A bachelor’s degree in business, Public or Non-Profit Management, Finance, Accounting or a related degree (such as Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration or other analytical or technical degree) may substitute for three (3) years of the required experience.
• A graduate-level degree in any of the above areas may substitute for four (4) of the six years.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience ensuring accuracy and precision in all work while leveraging advanced technical skills to analyze data, improve processes, and deliver high-quality results.
• Demonstrated experience providing clear and professional communication while building effective relationships to anticipate and meet stakeholder needs.
• Demonstrated proactive problem-solving by anticipating challenges, taking initiative to implement solutions, and adapting strategies in dynamic environments to achieve organizational goals.
• Ability to effectively organize tasks and resources while managing projects of varying complexity; demonstrate strong prioritization, meet deadlines, and adapt plans to ensure successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience applying strong financial analysis skills while ensuring full compliance with fiscal policies and regulatory requirements; proactively interpreting guidelines to support accurate, compliant decision-making.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion.

Responsibilities

• conduct and coordinate comprehensive studies and reviews of fiscal, policy and operational issues
• track and analyzes state and federal law and determines implications for the department, and review legislative proposals
• analyze the budget of the Department: identify policy and financial issues
• develop, interpret and monitor the budget
• monitor, evaluate and revise financial operations for compliance with legal, federal and state regulations including strategies to maximize federal revenue
• develop strategies with the managers to meet budget targets while meeting operational needs
• review and revise policy analysis and complete fiscal analysis in preparation for and during the legislative session including legislative concepts, bills, and other proposals

Benefits

• A workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment and encourages learning and mentoring.
• Rewarding work in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service.
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!
• Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees