Budget Analyst Supervisor

State of Ohio; Kentucky; On-site; USD 84,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Ohio is seeking a Budget Analyst supervisor to lead a team responsible for developing and managing capital and operating budgets. You will ensure funding adequacy, compliance with state and federal requirements, and strong financial performance across programs.

The role includes overseeing planning, coordination, and execution of budget activities, reviewing allocations, and analyzing regulatory impacts to maintain accurate budget documentation and funding alignment.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate core coursework in public finance, public administration or business administration.
• 36 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control involving use of statistical/quantitative analysis to formulate, project, adjust & monitor allocations.
• 12 mos. exp. as Senior Budget Analyst, 63262.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of budget and fiscal activities.
• Review and approve budget allocations and adjustments.
• Analyze financial impacts of state and federal regulations.
• Ensure budget documentation is accurate and timely.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Budget management

Forecasting

Accounting & finance

Education

Undergraduate core coursework in public finance

Graduate coursework in public administration or business administration

Job description

In this role, you will supervise a team of Budget Analysts responsible for developing and managing both capital and operating budgets. Your work is central to ensuring that programs across the organization receive the appropriate funding, comply with state and federal requirements, and maintain strong financial performance.

What You Will Do

You'll oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of budget and fiscal activities. This includes reviewing and approving budget allocations and adjustments, analyzing financial impacts of state and federal regulations, and ensuring that all budget documentation is accurate, timely, and aligned with funding requirements.

Leadership Responsibilities

You will provide direct supervision to Budget Analysts, which includes assigning and reviewing work, offering guidance and feedback, setting performance goals, completing evaluations, and encouraging staff development. You will also make recommendations regarding hiring, disciplinary actions, and leave approvals. Regular communication through staff meetings and ongoing coaching will be essential to your success as a leader.

Analytical & Technical Expectations

You will use statistical and quantitative methods-such as regression and time series modeling-to create robust subsidy projections and costing models. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting codes and reviewing monthly disbursement estimates developed by staff.

Pay Information

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.
Months of Employment
At Hire
6 months
18 months
30 months
42 months
54 Months
66 Months
78 Months
Pay Range
Exempt/ 14
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
Hourly
$40.40
$42.70
$44.99
$47.43
$50.12
$52.90
$55.09
$57.67
Annual
$84,032
$88,816
$93,579
$98,654
$104,250
$110,032
$114,587
$119,954

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Completion of Undergraduate Core Coursework

Completion of undergraduate core coursework in public finance, public administration or business administration; 36 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control involving use of statistical/quantitative analysis (e.g., probability statistics, linear regression, multiple variable regression, computer assisted regression analysis models, trend analysis, forecasting cost benefits analysis) to formulate, project, adjust & monitor allocations.

Completion of Graduate Core Coursework

Or completion of graduate core coursework in public finance, public administration or business administration; 24 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control involving use of statistical/quantitative analysis (e.g., probability statistics, linear regression, multiple variable regression, computer assisted regression analysis models, trend analysis, forecasting cost benefits analysis) to formulate, project, adjust & monitor allocations.

Equivalent Experience

Or 12 mos. exp. as Senior Budget Analyst, 63262.

Alternative Qualifications

Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills

Accounting and Finance