Policy Analyst, Budget Analysis

Range: $6,772 - $11,735 monthly, based on relevant experience and qualifications.

State of Vermont - Office of Legislative Counsel

Policy analysts in the budget analysis function work on a nonpartisan basis and perform the following tasks:

• Evaluate operating and capital budgets of State agencies, including use of revenue, spending, and performance data to assess efficiency and effectiveness of State programs.
• Convey quantitative and other analytical findings through written summaries and use of visual aids (e.g. charts and other graphics).
• Respond to legislative requests and present findings and recommendations to legislators, committees, task forces, and others in formal and informal settings.
• Research policy issues and develop expertise in specific policy areas (e.g. environment, transportation, public safety).
• Complete assignments both in office and through remote work.

• A master's degree in public policy, public administration, economics, finance, or a related field and a demonstrated interest in providing economic, fiscal, or public policy analysis.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical abilities, including basic statistical, mathematical, and financial concepts.
• Competency with standard computer software used to prepare analyses, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently, in teams, and sometimes under extreme time pressures.
• Availability for extended work hours, including evening and weekend work, during the legislative session (January-April). More schedule flexibility is available during the legislative interim (May-December), particularly in the spring and summer months.