State of Oregon
Budget Analyst
Are you looking to use your analytical skills to serve Oregonians and protect our environment? Apply to be our next Fiscal Analyst (Fiscal Analyst 2) by August 24th, 2025! We're offering a hybrid work schedule! Some in-office work will be required, terms of hybrid work will be discussed and agreed upon by between the hiring manager and successful candidate. Make a Difference for Oregon. The Department of State Lands (DSL) manages the lands that help fund our public schools and protects the state's waterways and wetlands for the many benefits they provide. Our stewardship ensures vital natural and financial resources contribute to a vibrant, healthy Oregon now and forever. The DSL team makes a difference for Oregonians every day. As our Fiscal Analyst, you will too. In this position, you will assist in the development of the agency's biennial budget and in the management of the agency's financial reports. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a segment of the Department's budget development, execution, financial reporting, and performance monitoring to the management. This is a full time, permanent position and is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). What's in it for you? Serve as our financial expert on a team of seasoned fiscal analysts and accountants to protect Oregon's state-owned land and waterways. Receive 1-on-1 mentoring and support from natural resource experts. Join an organization with smart, driven, co-workers who care about Oregon's economy, environment, and communities, and their co-workers. Gain full benefits with 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums paid by the agency for full-time employees, including mental health and alternative care coverage. Accrue 8 hours of sick leave and at least 8 hours of vacation leave per month, with your vacation leave accruals increasing every 5 years. Receive 11 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 3 personal business days and other employee benefits such as optional insurances and flexible spending plans. Automatically enroll into the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) after 6 months of full-time service. Earn the initial monthly salary range for this position starting at $5,320 - $8,141 for employees new to DSL; current PERS participating members start at $5,690 -$8,707. Starting pay is determined by a pay equity analysis. Working Conditions: Your work as our Fiscal Analyst will be in a standard indoor office environment. This includes regular computer use and at times, working in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands. This position requires the ability to work on multiple tasks, sometimes under pressure of high priority deadlines. The successful candidate will have occasional, required overnight travel and driving. DSL provides agency-maintained vehicles and reimbursement for travel expenses for authorized, on-the-job travel. Sometimes, especially during budget development season and Legislative session, heavy workload will require irregular work hours. What you will be doing: Prepare and maintain complex financial spreadsheets and records for budget reporting of the divisions' financial data in Excel Gather, research, and analyze financial information; reach valid conclusions, and make sound recommendations for ensuring accuracy of budget-related outcomes Coordinate with accounting and accounts payable to identify and reconcile discrepancies in financial data Manage the agency's budget with an emphasis on program expectations and planned expenditures Analyze revenue and expenditure projections to ensure compliance with statewide budget instructions and legislative intent Assist the Fiscal Analyst and Chief Financial Officer in gathering and analyzing budget information for reasonableness, accuracy, and compliance with the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and agency guidelines and rules Assist in preparation of the agency's budget requests, Emergency Board requests, and permanent finance packages Collaborate with cross-functional work team members to resolve problems and take corrective action Perform management studies and special projects and analyses as requested by the agency's various divisions Develop and maintain procedures for current position activities For a full description of the duties and working conditions, please email Tricarico.schwartz@dsl.oregon.gov to request the position description. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- to be considered for this position, please ensure you have one of the following combinations of education and/or experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience that included the preparation, analysis, and administration of a budget or fiscal system. OR Five (5) years of professional-level experience in accounting, fiscal auditing, management or program analysis. Experience must have included modeling, forecasting and analyzing fiscal information. OR Successful completion of the Department of Administrative Services Budget and Management Public Administrative Trainee Program. NOTE: A bachelor's degree in business, public or non-profit management, finance, accounting, public policy, political science, public administration, economics or other related analytical or technical degree may substitute for three (3) years of the required experience. A graduate-level degree in any of the above areas may substitute for four (4) of the five (5) years. DESIRED ATTRIBUTES- tell us which of the following skills, experiences, and related talents you have by highlighting them in your application materials: Experience and knowledge in the principles and practices of fund budgeting and finance including the analysis and reporting of fiscal data Advanced to expert skill level in using Microsoft Excel Experience conducting financial audits, queries, and analyses to monitor program budgets and accounts Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, track deadlines, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment Familiarity with agency systems such as LAS, Laserfiche, Microsoft Office, the Statewide Financial Management System, and other digital tools for financial data entry, organization, and communication Experience providing financial consultation, training, and guidance to managers and colleagues. Friendly, professional, and quick to respond when helping coworkers, partners, or members of the public Clear, courteous, and professional in both written and verbal communication, with the ability to follow directions and ask clarifying questions Strong accuracy and follow-through when entering data, managing files, or preparing materials and reports Dedication to supporting a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming workplace The Oregon Department of State Lands is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally, racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse working environment. The Department hires staff interested in supporting environmental justice by including communities traditionally underrepresented in public processes. We encourage members of these communities to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the desired attributes. The Oregon Department of State Lands understands that an authentic focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace will in turn create a workforce aligned to meet the challenge of serving all Oregonians. How to apply: Complete the following required steps: Fill out the application or attach a resume. Please contact the recruiter if you have any questions about how to fill out the experience fields or to attach a document. Your submitted experience fields or attached resume must include dates (MM/YYYY) for each employer, and any relevant volunteer and/or internship experience. Attach a cover letter. Your cover letter should clearly demonstrate how your experience and training relates to the qualities that you have under the "Desired Attributes" section above. Your cover letter must be limited to no more than two (2) pages. Please address your cover letter to Joe Flager, Budget and Fiscal Manager. Generic cover letters that do not address the qualities that you have under the "Desired Attributes" section may receive lower scores than those that addressed the desired qualities. You must upload your cover letter in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of the application. Complete questionnaire. Answer the questions before submitting your application and be sure to upload your resume and cover letter. After you submit your application, you will receive tasks in your Workday inbox which include a few questions. These questions allow you to elect your preferences in regard to public records requests, gender identity, and Veteran status. We encourage you to complete these tasks so that we may handle your application in accordance with your preferences. If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. You will be prompted to upload documentation after you submit your application. For privacy reasons, please do not attach your military service document(s) to your application or combine it with any other required document attachments.
Are you looking to use your analytical skills to serve Oregonians and protect our environment? Apply to be our next Fiscal Analyst (Fiscal Analyst 2) by August 24th, 2025! We're offering a hybrid work schedule! Some in-office work will be required, terms of hybrid work will be discussed and agreed upon by between the hiring manager and successful candidate. Make a Difference for Oregon. The Department of State Lands (DSL) manages the lands that help fund our public schools and protects the state's waterways and wetlands for the many benefits they provide. Our stewardship ensures vital natural and financial resources contribute to a vibrant, healthy Oregon now and forever. The DSL team makes a difference for Oregonians every day. As our Fiscal Analyst, you will too. In this position, you will assist in the development of the agency's biennial budget and in the management of the agency's financial reports. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a segment of the Department's budget development, execution, financial reporting, and performance monitoring to the management. This is a full time, permanent position and is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). What's in it for you? Serve as our financial expert on a team of seasoned fiscal analysts and accountants to protect Oregon's state-owned land and waterways. Receive 1-on-1 mentoring and support from natural resource experts. Join an organization with smart, driven, co-workers who care about Oregon's economy, environment, and communities, and their co-workers. Gain full benefits with 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums paid by the agency for full-time employees, including mental health and alternative care coverage. Accrue 8 hours of sick leave and at least 8 hours of vacation leave per month, with your vacation leave accruals increasing every 5 years. Receive 11 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 3 personal business days and other employee benefits such as optional insurances and flexible spending plans. Automatically enroll into the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) after 6 months of full-time service. Earn the initial monthly salary range for this position starting at $5,320 - $8,141 for employees new to DSL; current PERS participating members start at $5,690 -$8,707. Starting pay is determined by a pay equity analysis. Working Conditions: Your work as our Fiscal Analyst will be in a standard indoor office environment. This includes regular computer use and at times, working in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands. This position requires the ability to work on multiple tasks, sometimes under pressure of high priority deadlines. The successful candidate will have occasional, required overnight travel and driving. DSL provides agency-maintained vehicles and reimbursement for travel expenses for authorized, on-the-job travel. Sometimes, especially during budget development season and Legislative session, heavy workload will require irregular work hours. What you will be doing: Prepare and maintain complex financial spreadsheets and records for budget reporting of the divisions' financial data in Excel Gather, research, and analyze financial information; reach valid conclusions, and make sound recommendations for ensuring accuracy of budget-related outcomes Coordinate with accounting and accounts payable to identify and reconcile discrepancies in financial data Manage the agency's budget with an emphasis on program expectations and planned expenditures Analyze revenue and expenditure projections to ensure compliance with statewide budget instructions and legislative intent Assist the Fiscal Analyst and Chief Financial Officer in gathering and analyzing budget information for reasonableness, accuracy, and compliance with the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and agency guidelines and rules Assist in preparation of the agency's budget requests, Emergency Board requests, and permanent finance packages Collaborate with cross-functional work team members to resolve problems and take corrective action Perform management studies and special projects and analyses as requested by the agency's various divisions Develop and maintain procedures for current position activities For a full description of the duties and working conditions, please email Tricarico.schwartz@dsl.oregon.gov to request the position description. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- to be considered for this position, please ensure you have one of the following combinations of education and/or experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience that included the preparation, analysis, and administration of a budget or fiscal system. OR Five (5) years of professional-level experience in accounting, fiscal auditing, management or program analysis. Experience must have included modeling, forecasting and analyzing fiscal information. OR Successful completion of the Department of Administrative Services Budget and Management Public Administrative Trainee Program. NOTE: A bachelor's degree in business, public or non-profit management, finance, accounting, public policy, political science, public administration, economics or other related analytical or technical degree may substitute for three (3) years of the required experience. A graduate-level degree in any of the above areas may substitute for four (4) of the five (5) years. DESIRED ATTRIBUTES- tell us which of the following skills, experiences, and related talents you have by highlighting them in your application materials: Experience and knowledge in the principles and practices of fund budgeting and finance including the analysis and reporting of fiscal data Advanced to expert skill level in using Microsoft Excel Experience conducting financial audits, queries, and analyses to monitor program budgets and accounts Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, track deadlines, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment Familiarity with agency systems such as LAS, Laserfiche, Microsoft Office, the Statewide Financial Management System, and other digital tools for financial data entry, organization, and communication Experience providing financial consultation, training, and guidance to managers and colleagues. Friendly, professional, and quick to respond when helping coworkers, partners, or members of the public Clear, courteous, and professional in both written and verbal communication, with the ability to follow directions and ask clarifying questions Strong accuracy and follow-through when entering data, managing files, or preparing materials and reports Dedication to supporting a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming workplace The Oregon Department of State Lands is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally, racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse working environment. The Department hires staff interested in supporting environmental justice by including communities traditionally underrepresented in public processes. We encourage members of these communities to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the desired attributes. The Oregon Department of State Lands understands that an authentic focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace will in turn create a workforce aligned to meet the challenge of serving all Oregonians. How to apply: Complete the following required steps: Fill out the application or attach a resume. Please contact the recruiter if you have any questions about how to fill out the experience fields or to attach a document. Your submitted experience fields or attached resume must include dates (MM/YYYY) for each employer, and any relevant volunteer and/or internship experience. Attach a cover letter. Your cover letter should clearly demonstrate how your experience and training relates to the qualities that you have under the "Desired Attributes" section above. Your cover letter must be limited to no more than two (2) pages. Please address your cover letter to Joe Flager, Budget and Fiscal Manager. Generic cover letters that do not address the qualities that you have under the "Desired Attributes" section may receive lower scores than those that addressed the desired qualities. You must upload your cover letter in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of the application. Complete questionnaire. Answer the questions before submitting your application and be sure to upload your resume and cover letter. After you submit your application, you will receive tasks in your Workday inbox which include a few questions. These questions allow you to elect your preferences in regard to public records requests, gender identity, and Veteran status. We encourage you to complete these tasks so that we may handle your application in accordance with your preferences. If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. You will be prompted to upload documentation after you submit your application. For privacy reasons, please do not attach your military service document(s) to your application or combine it with any other required document attachments.