Budget Analyst

Florida Legislature•Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

The Budget Analyst functions as a technical expert to the Budget Committee, Transportation & Economic Development Budget Subcommittee, legislators, and the public on matters within the committee’s jurisdiction. Under close supervision of a staff director and committee members, the analyst applies this expertise to research and prepare proposed budgets, revenue and expenditure data, staff analyses, reports, substantive legislation, responses to inquiries, and correspondence. Knowledge and experience in state budgeting, or subject- or program-related experience in transportation, highway safety, economic development, and emergency management, is preferable. The position requires electronic filing of a Form 1 – Statement of Financial Interests with the Florida Commission on Ethics within 30 days of hire, pursuant to sections 112.3144 and 112.3145, Florida Statutes. Salary is commensurate with experience. The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package. The application deadline is open until filled.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of professional experience in research, analysis, program planning and evaluation, or administrative work.
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required experience; a doctorate may substitute for two years.
Professional experience in the described areas may substitute year-for-year for the required college education.
Knowledge of state budgeting processes and structure.
Knowledge of the Legislative Budget System/Planning and Budgeting Subsystem (LASPBS).
Knowledge of legal terminology and legal research.
Knowledge of the committee subject area.
Skill using a personal computer, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe.
Knowledge of Florida state government, legislative rules, and procedures.
Skill in reading comprehension, analysis, and organization.
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to take action when direction is unclear and to take initiative on independent research projects.
Ability to produce quality work under pressure and conduct in-depth, carefully documented, credible analysis under minimal supervision and within established deadlines.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with members, their staff, the public, press, and lobbyists.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and contribute to efficient committee staff operations.
Ability to conduct meetings and make presentations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently, collect and analyze data, and organize data into logical formats for reports and other written materials.
Ability to solve problems and make decisions.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience in state budgeting, or subject- or program-related experience in transportation, highway safety, economic development, and emergency management.

Responsibilities

Analyze and objectively summarize proposed legislation, assessing its effectiveness and potential impact on the state and other entities and individuals.
Research and draft legislation and amendments at the direction of the committee chair, committee members, and other legislators.
Assist in planning full committee and subcommittee meetings, including agendas, speakers, presentations, and materials.
Monitor implementation of legislation in the Executive Branch to determine whether legislative intent is met.
Brief legislators verbally or in writing on issues for committee or floor discussion and constituent matters.
Design, plan, and conduct research projects and legislatively mandated studies.
Prepare oral and written reports on research and committee work, including end-of-session committee reports, interim projects, and oversight reports with recommendations for legislative action.
Provide information and problem-solving assistance to legislators, constituents, and the public.
Prepare letters, summaries, talk-sheets or speeches, reports, and informational memoranda on committee issues as requested.
Keep abreast of new and ongoing issues in the assigned area by collecting resources, attending workshops and conferences, reading industry publications, and communicating with agency personnel and the public.
Assist in coordinating the work of the administrative assistant, legislative intern, and other staff members.
Serve as liaison with state agencies.
Use a computer for word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications.
Perform other related duties as required.