Budget Analyst (Fiscal Analyst 2)

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Opportunity awaits! Discover the pivotal role of a fiscal analyst, where your experience in financial analysis shapes the future of organizations and drives strategic decision-making.

We are hiring a Budget Analyst (Fiscal Analyst) to join our Budget Planning & Analysis team. In this position you will, manage, control and monitor financial functions for the Central Services offices budgets. You will do this work by developing the budget, reporting, and monitoring functions, providing data, developing complex reports and other documents in support of fiscal functions for the program. Apply today!

Summary of Duties

As a Budget Analyst, you will:

Prepare expenditure reports and quarterly allotment plan by completing assigned sections of data based on actual expenditures and projected spending for assigned budgets.  

Maintain and update the budget workload model information, by working with and compiling information from ORRAI-workload model analyst and all the Fiscal Analyst 3’s that have personal services in their budgets.

Modify, implement, and maintain desktop software applications/fiscal models related to managing the status of and preparing a biennial budget.

Develop, monitor and evaluate fiscal operations for effectiveness.  Identify areas which require further in-depth analysis. Making recommendations to program managers for improvements.

Work with program leadership to identify new budgetary needs, improving the usage and management of funds.

Develop, analyze, and monitor financial data to verify accuracy and compliance with legislative intent, other jurisdictional budget plans and service agreements, recommending corrective action plans.

Minimum Qualifications

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position or an appropriate form of transportation.

Five years of progressively responsible experience that included the preparation, analysis, and administration of a budget or fiscal system.

OR

Five years of professional-level experience in accounting, fiscal auditing, management or program analysis. Experience must have included modeling, forecasting and analyzing fiscal information.

OR

Successful completion of the Department of Administrative Services Budget and Management Public Administrative Trainee Program.

Note: A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public or Non-Profit Management, Finance, Accounting or a related degree (such as Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, Economics or other analytical or technical degree) may substitute for three years of the required experience. A graduate-level degree in any of the above areas may substitute for four of the five years.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

Working knowledge of principles, practices and systems of fiscal management.

Use computer software to track, compile, analyze and forecast statistical and financial information.

Model financial information and forecast data to arrive at conclusions.

Analyze information, reach valid conclusions and make sound recommendations.

Communicate technical information effectively orally and in writing to a diverse audience.

Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required. Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

Working Conditions

This position is eligible for Hybrid work, and you be required to work in the Salem office quarterly for business needs.

Office setting with significant use of a computer and phone. 

Occasional overtime and short deadlines throughout the year.

Requires working with a wide variety of people and situations, which may occasionally expose the employee to difficult situations requiring diplomacy.

This position works collaboratively in a team setting. 

Good team player skills are necessary, including the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team’s success are necessary. 

The position also requires excellent customer service skills for both internal and external customers, and the ability to demonstrate initiative and independent judgment on an on-going basis.

Background Checks and Requirements

If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.

The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.

Cost of Living Adjustments.

Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).

Amazing benefits package.

Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Employment Preference

Veterans’ preference:

Veterans’ preference information.

How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

General Information

This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).  

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Contact Information

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

The recruiter for this position is Marina Nieblas.

Email: Marina.Nieblas@odhs.oregon.gov

Phone (call or text): 503-507-5766