Budget Analyst

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

The Budget Analyst serves as a technical expert to the Florida House of Representatives’ Transportation & Economic Development Budget Subcommittee, supporting the Budget Committee, legislators, and the public on matters within the committee’s jurisdiction. Under close supervision from a staff director and committee members, the analyst researches and prepares 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. The salary is commensurate with experience, and 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 may substitute for one year of the required experience; a doctorate may substitute for two years.
Professional experience in the described areas may substitute for required college education on a year-for-year basis.
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.
Proficiency with a personal computer and Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook) and Adobe.
Knowledge of Florida state government, legislative rules, and procedures.
Reading comprehension, analysis, and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to take action when direction is unclear and initiative on independent research projects.
Ability to produce quality work under pressure and meet established deadlines.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with legislators, 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 committee staff operations.
Ability to conduct in-depth, carefully documented, credible analysis under minimal supervision.
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 it for presentation in written materials.
Ability to solve problems, make decisions, and exercise discretion and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Analyze and objectively summarize proposed legislation, including its effectiveness and effects on the state, 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 Executive Branch implementation of legislation to determine whether legislative intent is met.
Brief legislators orally or in writing on issues for committee or floor discussions and constituent matters.
Plan and conduct research projects and legislatively mandated studies.
Prepare oral and written reports on research and committee work, including session, interim project, and oversight reports with recommendations for legislative action.
Provide information and problem-solving assistance to legislators, constituents, and the public.
Prepare correspondence and informational materials, including letters, summaries, talk-sheets, speeches, reports, and memoranda on committee issues.
Stay informed about issues in the assigned area by gathering 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.
Operate a computer for word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications.
Perform other related duties as required.