Senior Budgeting Analyst/Trainee 1-2 (NY HELPS)

Overview

This position supports the mission to protect vulnerable populations and improve the safety and well-being of children, youth, and families within their communities. The role is within the Bureau of Budget Management (BBM) and involves supporting the Systems and Connections and Capital Program budgets as part of the State Operations team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of the agency Budget Request.
• Review and analyze legislative proposals.
• Implement the Enacted State Budget.
• Learn and understand Federal and State regulations, laws, policies, and proposals.
• Prepare fiscal analyses related to programs.
• Perform day-to-day budgeting analyst functions including reviewing program spending plans, Federal and State legislation, grant awards, and contracts.
• Provide fiscal guidance and coordinate with program staff.
• Monitor expenditures and prepare fiscal analyses and budget journals.
• Develop cash projections and analyze multiple funding and revenue streams.
• Work with agency and other State staff to complete assigned tasks.
• Prepare and analyze agency budget requests.
• Monitor revenue and expenditures related to various program accounts.
• Develop account-specific cost projections.
• Prepare spending reports for internal and external distribution.
• Monitor and manage contract expenditures.
• Maintain spreadsheets and trackers.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Transfer candidates: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 or 52.6 transfer.
• Open to the public under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

Minimum experience requirements by title and salary grade:

• Budgeting Analyst Trainee 1 (SG-14, $56,655): Four years of experience in budget estimation, justification, and expenditure control functions.
• Budgeting Analyst Trainee 2 (SG-16, $63,180): Five years of experience in budget estimation, justification, and expenditure control functions.
• Senior Budgeting Analyst (SG-18, $67,119): Six years of experience in budget estimation, justification, and expenditure control functions.

Substitutions:

• Associate degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience.
• Master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience.
• Doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to gather and organize data.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and related programs.
• Ability to prepare and evaluate expenditure and other reports.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary for Budgeting Analyst Trainee 1 is $56,655 (SG-14).
• Starting salary for Senior Budgeting Analyst is $67,119 (SG-18).
• Salary for current State employees is based on their salary at the time of hire.
• Telecommuting is available at the discretion of the supervisor and Bureau of Budget Management, reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Free parking is available at the Rensselaer location.
• Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with periodic mandatory overtime during budget season.

Background Investigation Requirements

• Criminal Background Check including State and federal Criminal History Record Checks.
• Reporting of all convictions is required; felony or misdemeanor convictions or falsified information may bar appointment or result in removal.
• Fingerprinting is required.
• Screening against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR).
• For certain divisions, screening against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs.

Location

• Rensselaer, New York

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. Applicants from marginalized communities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The organization does not discriminate based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability, genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other legally protected characteristics.