Field Resource Analyst II-Statewide

Provides budget and resource management support for multiple districts and/or divisions by monitoring budget activities and assisting with budget preparation, analyzing human resources, equipment, and resource data management, and performing complex budget/resource forecasting and reporting. Work involves compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data; preparing reports and responding to inquiries; and recommending appropriate action to administer or resolve regulatory or financial/budgetary related activities or problems. Work requires contact with other governmental officials. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Essential Duties: Reviews and makes recommendations on monthly Executive Summary and/or monthly ad hoc reports for administrative planning purposes. Reviews requests for additional funds or resource reallocation; evaluates justification, recommends actions and answers inquiries on budget/resource related matters. Trains less experienced employees. May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage. Compiles data for upcoming fiscal year budget requests and/or financial and special reports. Completes internal budget adjustments within district or division strategy parameters. Prepares Legislative Appropriations Requests, troubleshoots PeopleSoft discrepancies, and monitors budgets within area of responsibility. Creates custom budget reports and dashboards for District Engineers and/or Division Directors and staff. Conducts budget meetings to provide guidance on current budget status and projects for the fiscal year. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education:

Bachelor's Degree in in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Experience:

5 years of experience in budget analysis and forecasting or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Licenses and Certifications:

Valid drivers license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of: Forecasting methodologies Fiscal planning and management practices Budgeting methods and procedures

Expert skill in: Analyzing issues, facts, and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data; drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions Performing statistical analysis Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Proficient skill in: Maintaining effective working relationships with others Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Training in a classroom, office, or field environment Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports Other Attributes: Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment: Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) #J-18808-Ljbffr