Budget Analyst 9-12 - State Budget Office

JOB 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 and OHHS.
** As a budget analyst, you will: Play a crucial role helping to direct public funds.
Help provide services to people and communities.
Operate in a team environment where personal integrity is valued.
Utilize leadership abilities, creative problem-solving skills, and advanced analytical capabilities to make a significant impact on public policy in Michigan.
What it means to be a state budget analyst: Budget and Policy Analyst Profile of a State Budget AnalystPosition 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.
For more information about this posting, please review the position duties listed in the provided links: POSITION DESCRIPTIONJOB SPECIFICATIONThis 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 limited term.
Limited Term is an appointment which has an expiration date.
For this position, 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 the State of Michigan at the appointment end.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES EducationPossession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Credits in one or a combination of accounting, finance, economics, or public policy is preferred, but not required.
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.
ExperienceThree years of professional experience providing a systematic review, analysis, interpretation, and/or evaluation of budgets, mortgages, loans, or other financial data, equivalent to a Financial Analyst, including one year equivalent to a Financial Analyst P11.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Accounting / Auditing / Budgeting / Data / Finance / ResearchIn addition to budget development and implementation, 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/budgetSBO 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 Referrences section by providing names and contact info for three professional referrences.
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.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered and screened out.
See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions (Download PDF reader)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.