Budget and Policy Financial Analyst​/Specialist State Budget Office

Job Description

State Budget Office (SBO) 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. Learn more higan.gov/budget.

SBO is organized into various budget development offices, with each having primary responsibility for specific budget areas. We are currently looking to fill two budget and policy analyst positions in the Office of Health and Human Services.

Budget and policy analysts/specialists play a key role in their state to help make it a better place, check it out!

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, budget administration, and legislative processes.
• Experience analyzing and manipulating large amounts of data to inform decision‑makers.
• 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.

• Play a crucial role helping to direct public funds.
• Contribute to a professional and team‑oriented environment.
• Analyze and report on revenue and expense patterns and trends within assigned departments/agencies which could have an impact on state budget requirements.
• Utilize leadership abilities, creative problem‑solving skills, and advanced analytical capabilities to make a significant impact on public policy in Michigan.

Office location is Lansing, MI;
Budget Development Offices currently offer a hybrid work option (combination of remote/in‑office days) requiring two days 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.

To qualify for a Budget Analyst a bachelor’s degree is required. Degrees in economics, finance, political science, public administration, public policy, resource management, or a related field are preferred, though not required.

Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Financial Analyst 9:
No specific type or amount is required.

Financial Analyst 10:
One year 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 9.

Financial Analyst P11:
Two 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 10.

Financial Analyst 12:
Three 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.

Financial Specialist 13‑14:
Four years of professional experience equivalent to a Financial Analyst; including two years equivalent to a Financial Analyst P11, Accountant P11, or Auditor P11, or one year equivalent to a Financial Analyst 12, Accountant 12, or Auditor 12.

The “Salary” listed is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the position. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

Note:

Experience is considered professional…