Budget Analyst 9-12 - State Budget Office

Salary $23.
90 - $40.
44 Hourly Location Lansing, MI Job Type Limited Term (position has expiration date) Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 0701-24-30-48NGFA Department Technology, Management and Budget Opening Date 03/18/2024 Closing Date 3/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE) Job Description State Budget Office is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the state budget, including development of the Governor’s Executive Budget recommendation, monitoring of the budget to ensure continued fiscal balance, and other budgetary analysis functions.
Budget development and implementation activities are conducted through five individual offices: Office of Economic Development (OED), Office of Education (OE), Office of Health and Human Services (OHHS), Office of Public Protection and Resources (OPPR), and Office of Budget Coordination and Development (OBCD).
We are looking to fill two budget analyst positions to support OED.
What it means to be a state budget analyst: Budget and Policy Analyst Profile of a State Budget Analyst For more information about this position, please review the duties listed in the provided links: POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Location/Remote Office: The office location is in Lansing, MI.
State Budget Office currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official workstation with the potential of up to three days remote work per week.
Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan.
If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.
Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500.
Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period).
This does not apply to current state employees.
These positions are being filled as one-year limited term appointments.
Limited Term is an appointment which has an expiration date.
For these positions, the Limited Term assignment will begin on the date of hire and expire one year from the date of hire.
Limited-Term employees are encouraged and supported in seeking permanent employment within SBO/the State of Michigan prior to the appointment end.
Required Education and Experience Education To qualify for a Budget Analyst position, a bachelor’s degree is required.
Preferred degree concentrations are economics, finance, political science, public administration, public policy, or closely related field.
Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your official college transcript(s) to your application.
For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed, and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.
A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable if it contains the elements listed above.
Experience Note: Experience is considered professional if the job required a bachelor's degree.
Relevant experience is budgeting, business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, and fiscal or economic analysis.
Prior experience working with a State’s Budget and Financial Management System is desirable.
Alternate Education and Experience College credits may be substituted on a proportional basis (one year of college education may substitute for one quarter of the required experience) for up to one half of the required experience.
Additional Requirements and Information Accounting / Auditing / Budgeting / Finance / Systems Data and Research In addition to coordinating all aspects of the state budget, SBO also includes the Office of Financial Management, Office of Internal Audit Services, SIGMA Support Organization, and the Center for Educational and Performance Information.
Learn more at www.
Michigan.
gov/budget SBO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that encompasses a culture of empathy, understanding, and respect with diversity of thought, perspective, and experiences.
To be considered for this position you must: Apply for this position online via NEOGOV link; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application.
Hard copy applications are not accepted.
Create your NEOGOV profile by clicking on the "Create an account" link and follow the prompts.
Complete the General Information sections and click "Next".
OPTIONAL complete the Work Experience, Education and Additional Information sections.
Complete the References section by providing names and contact info for three professional references.
Attach a detailed resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment.
Dates of employment should include month and year and number of hours worked per week.
Attach a cover letter.
Attach a copy of official transcript(s).
We accept scanned copies of official transcripts.
We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, and official transcript to allow for accurate credential review.
Answer/complete the Agency Wide & Supplemental Questions.
Proceed to Review, Certify and Submit.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment.
If selected for employment, you must be able to submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives.
Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need.
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.
S.
employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.
S.
and state employer.
Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills.
Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children.
The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000).
The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working.
More information is available at www.
mi.
gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement.
The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account.
The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account.
Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years.
More information is available at https://www.
mi.
gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used.
Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr.
Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases.
Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay.
Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.
Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters.
Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite.
From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless.
With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24