Budget Management Analyst

son; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Great retirement program 156%

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The State of Nebraska Budget Office is seeking a Budget Management Analyst to join the Budget Division. You will provide fiscal policy guidance, evaluate program effectiveness, and develop budget reporting systems to support executive leadership and state agencies.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with four years of relevant experience; familiarity with SQL, Excel, and Power BI is a plus. The role offers comprehensive benefits and a strong public service impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, finance or economics or related area plus four years of work experience.
• Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Preference for presentation, legislative process, policy research, data analysis, and use of SQL, Excel and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Provides fiscal policy and management support to Governor, agencies, legislature, and officials.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and makes budget policy recommendations.
• Develops and monitors management and budget reporting systems.
• Researches and drafts fiscal notes for legislative determination.
• Reviews agency budget requests and presents analyses to Governor and senior staff.
• Prepares Governor's budget recommendations and assists with implementation.

Education

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

Experience in public administration, finance, economics or related area

Tools

SQL

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Hiring Agency

Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$29.250

Job Posting

JR2026-00029442 Budget Management Analyst (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 10-01-2026

Job Description

The State of Nebraska Budget Office is currently seeking a Budget Management Analyst to join 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.

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. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

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.