Budget Analyst 1/2 (PCN 250441)

State of Alaska•Juneau, AK

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Transportation & Public Facilities is seeking motivated applicants for a flexibly-staffed Budget Analyst 1/2 position, which can be filled at either the trainee (BA 1) or full working level (BA 2). As a Budget Analyst, you’ll play a vital role in supporting statewide operating and capital budget functions, collaborating with experienced professionals, and progressively developing your technical and analytical skills. Whether you’re starting your career or ready to take on independent responsibilities, this position offers a dynamic environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on public services.

Requirements

Budget Analyst 1: Two years of technical level experience in accounting, budget, finance, or similar field. This includes, but is not limited to, such work as Accounting Technician 1 and 2, Administrative Assistant 1 and 2, Statistical Technician 1 and 2, or Human Resource Technician 1 and 2 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
Budget Analyst 2: One year of entry professional level experience analyzing and reviewing budgetary data and information; preparing analysis, reports, and recommendations on budgetary information; and utilizing electronic information management systems. This is met by service as a Budget Analyst 1 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR Budget Analyst 2: Two years of entry level professional experience in accounting or auditing; financial management, budget analysis, management, or projection/forecasting; budget legislation or policy analysis; or economic or management analysis and projection.
Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, statistics, or a closely related field will substitute for the required experience for Budget Analyst 1.