Senior Budget Analyst

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Budget Analyst with the Ohio Department of Children and Youth manages public funds supporting programs for children and families across Ohio. The role provides financial expertise and strategic recommendations to support agency operations, regulatory compliance, and the effective management of state and federal resources. Work includes budget development, financial forecasting, grant and fund management, expenditure monitoring, and fiscal reporting.

The position is based at the Department’s Columbus office and performs work on-site daily. The agency’s core operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; with supervisory approval, employees may begin between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Travel is required as needed.

Requirements

• Meet one of the stated minimum qualification paths: four years of budgeting experience involving fiscal management and control using quantitative or statistical analysis; an undergraduate core program in accounting, public finance, public administration, or business administration plus 24 months of relevant experience; a graduate core program in one of those fields plus 12 months of relevant experience; 12 months of experience as a Budget Analyst (63261); or the equivalent of the stated minimum qualifications.
• Relevant experience must involve fiscal management and control using quantitative or statistical analysis, such as probability statistics, regression analysis, trend analysis, forecasting, or cost-benefit analysis.
• Provide a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle; travel is required as needed.
• Complete a criminal background check if selected.
• Demonstrate proficiency with any applicable selection device, such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, or assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor operating and capital budgets, allotments, and appropriations for agency programs and priorities.
• Prepare biennial budget requests, annual allotments, and other budget-related submissions.
• Analyze financial, programmatic, and historical data to develop budget recommendations, funding estimates, and cost projections.
• Monitor federal grants, awards, contracts, and reimbursements for compliance with budgetary and funding requirements.
• Prepare financial reports, budget projections, and required documentation for federal and state agencies.
• Review and approve purchasing requests in OhioBuys.
• Use OAKS, OhioBuys, Excel, and other financial and analytical tools to manage data, track performance, and support fiscal operations.
• Collaborate with program staff, leadership, the Office of Budget and Management, Legislative Service Commission, Department of Job and Family Services, and other stakeholders.
• Identify budget risks, audit concerns, compliance issues, and financial trends affecting agency programs.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation.
• Flexible work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed