Analyst; Local Governments

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At Moody’s, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are, with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to.

We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, you may still be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

• 5+ years of work experience in public finance, preferably West Coast Local Governments or a related field
• Knowledge of local government budgeting, accounting, finance and audited financial statements
• Strong quantitative aptitude and proven analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills with ability to convey complex concepts clearly
• Understanding of economic, financial, and political challenges facing local governments
• Highly organized, efficient, and meticulous with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong skills in data analysis
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency

• Graduate degree in public policy, public administration, economics, or business strongly preferred

• Provide insightful credit analysis and maintain ratings for West Coast local governments and rated obligations
• Present analytical recommendations to rating committees
• Contribute to portfolio maintenance through credit reviews
• Analyze data and write research reports and commentary on public finance trends
• Interact professionally with government representatives, financial intermediaries, and investors
• Respond to investor and press inquiries
• Represent the team at conferences and meetings
• Mentor junior analysts
• Leverage tools and technologies including spreadsheets, presentations, and AI-powered solutions

Our West Coast Local Government team analyzes and rates debt issued by cities, counties, schools, utilities and special districts in California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, Utah, Alaska, and Hawaii. By joining our team, you will contribute to maintaining rating accuracy, providing insightful credit analysis, and supporting market transparency. We embrace innovation through AI adoption to enhance analytical processes and drive efficiency across our workflows.

For U.S.

-based roles only, the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $–$, dependent on experience, education, level, skills, and location. This role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contributions, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, voice expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws.

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