Budget Chief

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

This position serves as an advisor and technical expert under the direction of the budget subcommittee chair, budget committee chair, and the Speaker. It is responsible for planning and managing the budget operating activities of a subcommittee. The role performs complex analysis related to state financial policy, sets priorities, directs research, monitors work progress, and coordinates subcommittee reports, legislation, and correspondence. Experience with PreK-12 appropriations and/or policy is preferred. The position is required to electronically file 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, F.S. The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and seven years of professional administrative, research, budget, policy analysis, or program planning and evaluation experience.
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of required experience.
A doctorate from an accredited college or university may substitute for two years of required experience.
Professional experience described in the minimum qualifications may substitute year for year for required college education.
Knowledge of models of the state’s economy, basic economic theory, statistics, and basic financial analysis principles.
Knowledge and ability to apply specialized knowledge from accounting, finance, or economics.
In-depth knowledge of Florida state government structure, composition, and functions, legislative rules and procedures, and the assigned subcommittee subject area.
Knowledge of state accounting, personnel, purchasing, and capital outlay processes and procedures.
Knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and graphics programs, as well as legal terminology and legal research methods.
Skill in reading comprehension, analysis, and organization.
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely verbally and in writing; act when direction is unclear; deal tactfully with the public; conduct meetings and presentations; and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to plan, organize, and direct work; evaluate results and alternative strategies; apply research and analytical skills; process and integrate information from diverse sources; and act resourcefully and independently.
Ability to organize and implement an effective, coordinated management function; analyze effects of actual or proposed policy changes on the state’s population and economy; and supervise people.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PreK-12 appropriations and/or policy.

Responsibilities

Assist in the overall direction and administration of the budget subcommittee.
Supervise committee staff activities in preparing legislation to address problems identified by the subcommittee chair, members, staff, or public.
Plan and coordinate subcommittee interim research projects and other major documents.
Assist in developing and presenting budget briefings and program alternatives to the respective leadership office.
Coordinate development of the Appropriations Bill, including proviso language and conforming or supporting bills.
Assist the subcommittee chair and staff in planning subcommittee meetings, and present findings when appropriate.
Assist the subcommittee chair in prioritizing state agency funding needs and recommend actions on legislation.
Monitor budget implementation to ensure programs are conducted in accordance with legislative intent.
Prepare or review written and oral communications in response to inquiries from legislators and the public.
Coordinate preparation of subcommittee reports and budget documents.
Serve as a liaison with the Legislature, committees, state agencies, groups, and individuals.
Maintain expertise in the assigned subcommittee subject area and monitor significant changes and activities.
Coordinate the flow of substantive legislation through the subcommittee.
Perform other related duties as required.