Budget​/Policy Analyst

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Pullman, WAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R-14348
** Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
** January 4, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
** Available Title(s):
** 1297-NN ADMINPRO - Budget/Policy Analyst, 1297-YN ADMINPRO - Budget/Policy Analyst
** Business

Title:

** Budget/Policy Analyst
** Employee Type:
** Admin. Professional
** Position Details:
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* The Opportunity:

** This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic role in supporting Washington State University’s financial health, long-range planning, and commitment to excellence. As a Budget & Policy Analyst, you will join a collaborative, high-impact team that works closely with leaders across the institution to shape policies, guide financial decision-making, and strengthen the University’s ability to deliver on its  this role, you will analyze complex financial data, support development of the biennial and supplemental budget requests, and help create and refine budgetary and accounting policies that affect the entire University.

You will have the opportunity to build strong partnerships with colleges, campuses, and administrative units by providing clear guidance, meaningful insights, and responsive support. Your work will directly influence major institutional initiatives, revenue and expenditure forecasts, special programs, and systemwide financial planning.

This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy problem-solving, improving processes, interpreting data, and contributing to high-visibility projects that make a measurable difference. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise is valued and your work strengthens the University’s long-term success, we encourage you to apply to be a part of our team.
** Additional Information:
** This is a
** full time** (
** 100%
** FTE),
** permanent
* * position. This position is overtime
** eligible.*
* ** Monthly Salary:** $4,942.10 - $7,569.55 |
* Commensurate with experience and qualifications
* In accordance with , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

** Benefits:
** WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the  and .

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* Required Qualifications:

*** A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or public administration or other relevant field and four (4) years of experience in finance or budget administration which has included the use and development of spreadsheets, graphics and databases. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint for collaboration and document management.
* Experience performing complex data and financial analysis rapidly and accurately.
* Experience analyzing the effects of proposed rules, regulations, policies and/ or procedures.
* Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
* Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
* Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment, tact and diplomacy.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a broad spectrum of personnel: from executives to departmental administrators to fiscal and office support staff.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Advanced degree in business administration, public administration, business management, accounting, or related field.
* Experience preparing and explaining ad hoc reports to internal and external constituencies.
* Experience with data analysis and visualization…