Budget and Planning

Description

This family of positions includes those whose purpose is to advise, develop, administer, and execute budgets for the State, review and track legislation, and analyze and promote programmatic performance measures.

Typical functions

The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following:

  • Assist in or develop budgets and budget processes.
  • Analyze legislation, governing policies, operational strategies, and budgetary impacts.
  • Track financial information and analyze data to identify discrepancies or trends.
  • Review fiscal impact statements for concepts and proposed legislation.

The work assigned to positions in this series ranges from reviewing fiscal statements to presentation of budgets and related analysis to state leadership.

Budget and Policy Analyst

This is a position within the State’s central budget office accountable for analyzing legislation, governing policy, administrative rules, fiscal policy actions, and performance standards for an agency or the State. At this level, employees review fiscal impact statements for legislative concepts and proposed legislation, identify needed changes and assist in developing recommendations, and assist in or develop proposals for statewide fiscal policies and program areas, or for an entire agency.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, budget administration, and legislative processes. Knowledge of budgetary/fiscal and financial analysis software. Ability to effectively prepare, organize, and present the results of research or analysis. Ability to analyze and interpret legislation, governing policy, operational strategies, and financial data.

Typical qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 0-4 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Pay grade
G9

Senior Budget and Policy Analyst

This is a senior-level position within the State’s central budget office responsible for analyzing legislation, governing policy, administrative rules, fiscal policy actions, performance standards, and operational strategies for State government. At this level, employees review fiscal impact statements for legislative concepts and proposed legislation to identify needed changes and develop recommendations. Incumbents also assist or develop proposals for statewide fiscal policies and program areas. Work at this level requires the ability to analyze and prepare a balanced fiscal program for the Governor and ensure implementation of legislative approved programs and policies. Employees at this level may function as team leaders and direct the daily work of lower-level employees.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous level: Ability to comprehend program goals, objectives, and operations and relate these to budget analysis. Ability to identify areas of concern and develop recommendations for needed changes. Ability to develop budget proposals for large scale program areas and statewide fiscal policies.

Typical qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Pay grade
G12

Budget and Policy Supervisor

This is a supervisory position located in the State’s central budget office responsible for the review of agency budgets and the statewide budget and overseeing budget professionals working within those programs. Supervises employees who are responsible for budget development within their assigned area and for reviewing, revising, and/or developing budget processes. Employees at this level present the budget to upper management. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations, training, planning and assigning work, performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Supervision at this level also requires employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.   

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous levels: Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective supervision and training. Skill in clearly and concisely presenting and explaining financial budget information and its impact. Ability to provide direction, guidance, and mentorship to professional employees engaged in budget activities and processes. Ability to analyze legislation and its impact on agency budgets.

Typical qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Pay grade
G14

Budget and Policy Manager

This is a managerial position accountable for overseeing the State’s central budget office. At this level, incumbents are responsible for the coordination of multiple resources, scheduling and prioritization of work, evaluation and presentation of budgets and related analyses to senior state leadership, and management of supervisors. Management responsibilities include hire recommendations, training, planning and assigning work, performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Management at this level also requires employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.  

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous levels: Knowledge of managerial techniques and administrative practices. Skill in analyzing and identifying legislative impact on agency budgets. Ability to manage numerous projects of varying priority.

Typical qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, 4-6 years of relevant experience, and 1-2 years of supervisory experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Pay grade
G15