State of Washington
Budget Analyst 4 w/in-training, Financial Services Division, Tumwater
State of Washington, Walla Walla, Washington, United States
Overview
Budget Analyst 4 w/in-training, Financial Services Division, Tumwater (Olympia, WA). The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full-time Budget Analyst 4 in the Financial Services Division. This position is located in Olympia, Washington, and is not union-represented. Note: there is the possibility of an in-training from the Budget Analyst 3 level. Position And Salary
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full-time Budget Analyst 4 in the Financial Services Division. This position is located in Olympia, Washington, and is not union-represented. Note: there is the possibility of an in-training from the Budget Analyst 3 level. Budget Analyst 3 Salary range 54: $60,132 - $80,820 Budget Analyst 4 Salary range 61: $71,472 - $96,144 The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities. Benefits and Work Environment
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees and dependents; Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Additional benefits include Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more. The AGO emphasizes flexibility, wellness, and employee resource groups. Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options Wellness program and employee support resources Numerous employee-driven affinity groups
About The Financial Services Division
The Financial Services Division (FIS) provides support and accountability for agency financial and budgetary decisions, reporting, and transmission of agency financial information. FIS handles accounting, payroll, contracts and purchasing, and includes three main sections: Accounting, Contracts & Grants, and Budget. The Budget Team manages all agency budget functions, expenditure monitoring and projections, biennial and supplemental budget requests, and coordination with OFM and legislative staff. The AGO’s total biennial budget is roughly $750 million and 2,030 FTE.
Duties And Essential Functions Of a Budget Analyst 4
Analyze agency budget practices independently; provide accurate research support for staffing and budget functions to aid resource decisions. Make recommendations for allocations aligned to appropriations; balance division revenue and expenditure budgets; prepare and update draft budgets as legislation and circumstances change. Create spreadsheets, reports, and presentations for budget/financial reporting and tracking; ensure accuracy through thorough analysis. Review processes and propose procedural improvements; document AGO budget practices. Assist staff in evaluating legislation fiscal impact. Independently review agency expenditures and revenues for anomalies; provide analysis and proposed resolutions. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally; tailor information for diverse audiences. Understand complex information; synthesize budget and policy data; use logical, solutions-oriented problem solving. Manage tasks in a fast-paced, sometimes political environment; work independently and effectively. Demonstrate resourcefulness; collaborate in a team, including high-stress situations, to achieve agency goals. Monitor budgets and advise non-financial managers on spending; help develop and implement customized spending plans that ensure compliance with monetary rules.
This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.
In-Training Defined
An in-training is on-the-job instruction designed for candidates with less experience than the required goal classification to learn and grow into a higher-level role. We are open to considering candidates at the Budget Analyst 3 level who are interested in learning on-the-job with the goal of moving into the Budget Analyst 4 role. You’ll gain competencies and skills while being supported by your supervisor and coworkers. Upon successful completion of training and demonstration of knowledge of the position requirements, you will be promoted to Budget Analyst 4.
Qualifications
To qualify at the Budget Analyst 3 Level: A Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics or statistics; plus five years of professional experience in budgets, management or program analysis. To Qualify At The Budget Analyst 4 Level: A Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics or statistics; plus five years of professional experience in budgets, management or program analysis; plus demonstrated expert level experience in one or more of the following: Minimum of four years in Washington State Government with experience in systems, accounting, budgeting and operations. Experience with cost allocation methodologies. Experience with timekeeping systems used to record time and to bill customers. Experience with database software (e.g., Microsoft Access) to create templates and design basic databases and reports. For Both Levels A Masters’ degree can substitute for two years of experience; additional experience may be substituted year-for-year for education.
About The Washington State Office Of The Attorney General
The AGO serves more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, the Legislature and the Governor. It includes nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff working to deliver high quality legal services. The AGO focuses on economic justice, social justice, criminal justice, and more.
Commitment To Diversity
We value diversity and inclusion; AGO employees and volunteers are encouraged to foster an inclusive environment. The agency has received recognition for diversity and wellness initiatives.
Application Instructions
In addition to the online application, applicants must attach: A letter of interest describing qualifications; and A current resume detailing experience and education. Read the following information completely: review your application for accuracy; you may not reapply for 30 days; initial screening will be based on work experience, education, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire; a resume cannot substitute for completing the work experience section; information may be verified; STEM OPT/E-Verify details and other notices may apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodations are available. For assistance contact HREmployment@atg.wa.gov or the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777. For questions about the recruitment, contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support. Note: benefits information is provided as part of the posting; specifics may vary by appointment type and are subject to change. Additional sections: Seniority level, Employment type, Job function, Industries, and related meta content are present in the original posting but not essential to the job description body and have been omitted in this refinement.
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Budget Analyst 4 w/in-training, Financial Services Division, Tumwater (Olympia, WA). The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full-time Budget Analyst 4 in the Financial Services Division. This position is located in Olympia, Washington, and is not union-represented. Note: there is the possibility of an in-training from the Budget Analyst 3 level. Position And Salary
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full-time Budget Analyst 4 in the Financial Services Division. This position is located in Olympia, Washington, and is not union-represented. Note: there is the possibility of an in-training from the Budget Analyst 3 level. Budget Analyst 3 Salary range 54: $60,132 - $80,820 Budget Analyst 4 Salary range 61: $71,472 - $96,144 The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities. Benefits and Work Environment
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees and dependents; Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Additional benefits include Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more. The AGO emphasizes flexibility, wellness, and employee resource groups. Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options Wellness program and employee support resources Numerous employee-driven affinity groups
About The Financial Services Division
The Financial Services Division (FIS) provides support and accountability for agency financial and budgetary decisions, reporting, and transmission of agency financial information. FIS handles accounting, payroll, contracts and purchasing, and includes three main sections: Accounting, Contracts & Grants, and Budget. The Budget Team manages all agency budget functions, expenditure monitoring and projections, biennial and supplemental budget requests, and coordination with OFM and legislative staff. The AGO’s total biennial budget is roughly $750 million and 2,030 FTE.
Duties And Essential Functions Of a Budget Analyst 4
Analyze agency budget practices independently; provide accurate research support for staffing and budget functions to aid resource decisions. Make recommendations for allocations aligned to appropriations; balance division revenue and expenditure budgets; prepare and update draft budgets as legislation and circumstances change. Create spreadsheets, reports, and presentations for budget/financial reporting and tracking; ensure accuracy through thorough analysis. Review processes and propose procedural improvements; document AGO budget practices. Assist staff in evaluating legislation fiscal impact. Independently review agency expenditures and revenues for anomalies; provide analysis and proposed resolutions. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally; tailor information for diverse audiences. Understand complex information; synthesize budget and policy data; use logical, solutions-oriented problem solving. Manage tasks in a fast-paced, sometimes political environment; work independently and effectively. Demonstrate resourcefulness; collaborate in a team, including high-stress situations, to achieve agency goals. Monitor budgets and advise non-financial managers on spending; help develop and implement customized spending plans that ensure compliance with monetary rules.
This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.
In-Training Defined
An in-training is on-the-job instruction designed for candidates with less experience than the required goal classification to learn and grow into a higher-level role. We are open to considering candidates at the Budget Analyst 3 level who are interested in learning on-the-job with the goal of moving into the Budget Analyst 4 role. You’ll gain competencies and skills while being supported by your supervisor and coworkers. Upon successful completion of training and demonstration of knowledge of the position requirements, you will be promoted to Budget Analyst 4.
Qualifications
To qualify at the Budget Analyst 3 Level: A Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics or statistics; plus five years of professional experience in budgets, management or program analysis. To Qualify At The Budget Analyst 4 Level: A Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics or statistics; plus five years of professional experience in budgets, management or program analysis; plus demonstrated expert level experience in one or more of the following: Minimum of four years in Washington State Government with experience in systems, accounting, budgeting and operations. Experience with cost allocation methodologies. Experience with timekeeping systems used to record time and to bill customers. Experience with database software (e.g., Microsoft Access) to create templates and design basic databases and reports. For Both Levels A Masters’ degree can substitute for two years of experience; additional experience may be substituted year-for-year for education.
About The Washington State Office Of The Attorney General
The AGO serves more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, the Legislature and the Governor. It includes nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff working to deliver high quality legal services. The AGO focuses on economic justice, social justice, criminal justice, and more.
Commitment To Diversity
We value diversity and inclusion; AGO employees and volunteers are encouraged to foster an inclusive environment. The agency has received recognition for diversity and wellness initiatives.
Application Instructions
In addition to the online application, applicants must attach: A letter of interest describing qualifications; and A current resume detailing experience and education. Read the following information completely: review your application for accuracy; you may not reapply for 30 days; initial screening will be based on work experience, education, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire; a resume cannot substitute for completing the work experience section; information may be verified; STEM OPT/E-Verify details and other notices may apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodations are available. For assistance contact HREmployment@atg.wa.gov or the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777. For questions about the recruitment, contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support. Note: benefits information is provided as part of the posting; specifics may vary by appointment type and are subject to change. Additional sections: Seniority level, Employment type, Job function, Industries, and related meta content are present in the original posting but not essential to the job description body and have been omitted in this refinement.
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