Budget Analyst

Hawaii Senate • Hawaii State Capitol, HI

16d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hawaii State Senate Ways and Means Committee is seeking analytical, detail-oriented Budget Analysts for the 2027 Legislative Session. This temporary, full-time role involves working at the intersection of public finance, government operations, and legislative policy. Under supervision, analysts assist the Senate Committee on Ways and Means in evaluating financial information, analyzing state agency budget requests, and identifying significant issues, trends, and problems for the Senate and its committees. The position is performed in person at the Hawaii State Capitol in Honolulu, Oahu.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize complex fiscal, statistical, and policy data into clear insights.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced legislative environment.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills for preparing reports and worksheets and communicating with department heads and team members.
• Must be able to work in person at the Hawaii State Capitol in Honolulu, Oahu.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Prior experience in finance, budgeting, or government.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and review budget requests, financial documents, expenditure proposals, and legislative bills from state agencies.
• Evaluate financial information to identify key fiscal issues, economic trends, and operational problems significant to the Senate and its committees.
• Track appropriations and maintain accurate financial records throughout the legislative session.
• Prepare concise analytical reports, summaries, meeting notes, and budget worksheets for committee review.
• Work under the supervision of the committee clerk to support committee hearings, briefings, and daily legislative operations.
• Collaborate with team members, committee staff, department heads, and other state and county stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED