Salary : $52,920.00 - $78,468.00 Annually

Location : Multiple Locations - Western Washington, WA

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Remote Employment: Remote Optional

Job Number: 2024-08513

Department: Employment Security Department

Division: Financial Services

Opening Date: 09/05/2024

Closing Date: 9/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

This job listing is being reposted. If you already submitted an application you do not need to reapply.

The i deal candidate will demonstrate extensive expertise in budget preparation, financial reporting, and expenditure analysis. They will possess a deep understanding of financial principles and be adept at managing multiple program budgets simultaneously. This includes developing and maintaining detailed financial plans, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring that all financial activities align with the organization's goals and regulatory requirements.

Strong communication skills are essential for this role, as the candidate will regularly interact with division management, program staff, and other stakeholders. They must be able to convey financial information effectively, both in writing and verbally, and provide guidance and training to staff as needed. The ability to collaborate and build strong working relationships across the organization is key.

If you are a proactive and analytical professional with a passion for financial management and a commitment to supporting our mission of providing equitable access to resources, we encourage you to apply. Your expertise will be instrumental in helping us achieve our financial goals and ensuring the efficient use of our resources.

Duties

Prepare budget documents and financial reports. This includes:

• Direct responsibility and lead for two of the agency's programs, Human Resources (HR) and Employment System Policy & Integrity (ESPI) annual budgets of approximately $5.6 million and $30.9 million respectively.

• Makes independent recommendations for the day to day budget and purchasing matters for division and program management to ensure budgets are not over expended and timely financial data is available to assist with sound financial decision making

• Creates and reconciles staffing and allotment requests; approves modifications or disallowance based on established fiscal considerations; develops, manages, and reviews contract budgets.

Analyze and monitor budgets and expenditures. This includes:

• Performs research on monthly expenditures, conducts detail analysis and prepares monthly budget to actual information for each program

• Ensure accuracy of expenditures and process financial corrections as necessary

• Request to setup new charge codes when appropriate, coordinate these efforts with Systems and Reports, and communicate these new charge codes to the Program.

Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

• Review work assignments for accuracy and compliance with agency and state standards and federal and state rules and laws

• Ensures all Office of Financial Management policies and procedures are adhered to

• Evaluate and review expenditure requests for compliance and make recommendations.

To request a detailed position description, click here.

Qualifications

We are willing to hire this position at either a Budget Analyst 2 or 3 level. If hired at the 2 level you will be required to complete a one year in-training plan to attain permanent status as a Budget Analyst 3.

To qualif y at the Budget Analyst 2 level ($52,920-$71,148):

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, or statistics AND three years of professional experience in budgets, management, or program analysis.

A Master's degree can substitute for some experience.

• OR A combination of education and/or relevant experience.

To qualify at the Budget Analyst 3 level ($58,380-$78,468):

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, or statistics AND four years of professional experience in budgets, management, or program analysis.

A Master's degree can substitute for some experience.

• OR A combination of education and/or relevant experience.

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to pass an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Claim & Benefit Information Review.

Please submit only the required documents as noted below and ensure all Personal Identifying Information (PII) such as Social Security numbers etc. are edited out of your materials for privacy. Additionally, we ask that you not include photographs or external links within your documents.

Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume with your Online Application through the "Add Attachments" field. A resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields, or supplemental question responses with comments such as "see attachments" may be considered incomplete.

Supplemental Information

Ouragency's mission and valuesdrive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others, and are at the core of who we are. We value Access, Love, Belonging, Equity, and Stewardship. We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.

Opportunity for All

We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact or at 253-306-2999 or the , Washington Relay Service 711. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960, Washington Relay 711.

This recruitment may be used to fill additional agency-wide positions in accordance with Article 4 of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.

More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

01

Are you a current or former Washington State government employee?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you attached your cover letter and resume to your application? Please ensure both documents are included as they are crucial for the evaluation process.

• Yes
• No

03

What experience would you bring to this position?

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, or statistics and 3 years of professional experience in budgets, management, or program analysis.
• A combination of education and/or relevant experience equal to 7 years.
• Other
• None of the above

04

Please describe your experience listed in the above question.

05

Which of the following experiences do you bring to the position? (Check all that apply)

• Performing research on expenditures and preparing monthly budgets.
• Conducting trend analysis for program budgets.
• Reviewing and analyzing expenditures and allotments for accuracy.
• Interpreting budget policies and procedures to make recommendations.
• Reviewing and preparing legislative bill analysis to identify financial impacts.
• None of the above

06

Please describe your experience listed in the above question.

07

ESD How did you hear about this job opportunity?

• WWW.Careers.Wa.Gov
• WorkSource Center or Website (WorkSourceWA.com)
• Washington State Employee Referral
• ESD Employee Referral
• Employment Security Department's job web page: WWW.Esd.Wa.Gov
• Monster
• College/university career fair or website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• VERG
• Craigslist
• CareerBuilder
• Diversity Jobs
• Handshake
• Other

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