Budget Management Analyst

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Paid vacation & sick leave

Military leave

Retirement 156%

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Health insurance 79% employer paid

Dental & vision insurance

Life insurance policy

PSLF program

Job summary

State of Nebraska in Lincoln seeks a Budget Management Analyst to join the Budget Office. Lead fiscal policy coordination, evaluate programs, and develop budget reporting systems to support executive and legislative decisions.

The role requires a bachelor's in public administration, finance, or economics plus four years’ related experience; SQL, Excel, and Power BI are preferred. Regular attendance and public service commitment are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, finance or economics or related area.
• Ideal candidate will have experience or training in delivering formal presentations on financial or budgetary matters.
• Preference for experience in legislative process, policy research, data analysis, and use of SQL, Excel, and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Provides fiscal policy and management support, advice, and consultation to the Governor, state agencies, legislature, and other government officials.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and efficiency and makes recommendations on program and budget policy, emphasis and direction.
• Develops, reviews and monitors management and budgetary reporting systems including automated financial and budgeting systems.
• Researches and drafts legislation and prepares fiscal notes for executive and legislative determination of fiscal impact of specific legislative bills.
• Reviews and analyzes agency budget requests with subsequent presentation of analysis to the Governor and senior staff.
• Confers and makes formal presentations regarding budget options to agency directors and the Governor concerning specific agency programs, facilities and staffing patterns.
• Prepares Governor's budget recommendations.
• Aids department heads in implementing new programs by providing necessary fiscal and management analysis and information.
• All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.

Skills

Data analysis

Budget policy

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, finance or economics or related area

Tools

SQL

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00029442 Budget Management Analyst (Open)

The work we do matters

Hiring Agency

Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$29.250

Job Description

The State of Nebraska Budget Office is currently seeking a Budget Management Analyst to joint their team. The State Budget Division provides fiscal policy coordination and support for Executive Branch leadership as well as guidance and oversight to state agencies in the development and execution of the Nebraska state budget. Join the State Budget Division team where you can make a difference for Nebraskans and engage in meaningful analysis and discussion that guides the direction of our state.

Look at what we have to offer

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority.

Job Duties

• Provides fiscal policy and management support, advice, and consultation to the Governor, state agencies, legislature, and other government officials.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and efficiency and makes recommendations on program and budget policy, emphasis and direction.
• Develops, reviews and monitors management and budgetary reporting systems including automated financial and budgeting systems.
• Researches and drafts legislation and prepares fiscal notes for executive and legislative determination of fiscal impact of specific legislative bills.
• Reviews and analyzes agency budget requests with subsequent presentation of analysis to the Governor and senior staff.
• Confers and makes formal presentations regarding budget options to agency directors and the Governor concerning specific agency programs, facilities and staffing patterns.
• Prepares Governor's budget recommendations.
• Aids department heads in implementing new programs by providing necessary fiscal and management analysis and information.
• All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in public administration, finance or economics or related area plus four years of work experience in public administration, finance, economics or related area. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in any of the stated educational areas. The ideal candidate will have experience or training in delivering formal presentations on financial or budgetary matters. Preference will also be given to candidates with experience in the legislative process, policy research, data analysis, and/or the use of SQL, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI.

Other

Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.