Economist (HCA/ASD #10118523)

New Mexico Department of Justice; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Justice is seeking a skilled Economist to manage budgets and revenue projections within the Health Care and DFA/LFC framework. You will analyze expenditures, grants, and financial statements to support agency decisions.

The role requires experience with state budget systems, data analysis, and preparation of fiscal reports. Collaboration across agencies and adherence to state accounting standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and two years of related experience, or four years combined education/experience.
• Experience with budget systems, budget projections, and financial statements.
• Ability to analyze expenditures, grants, and revenue data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating budgets, appropriation requests, and revenue projections.
• Assist in program planning and DFA/LFC fiscal analyses.
• Ensure expenditure compliance with the General Appropriations Act.

Skills

Budget analysis

Forecasting

Data analysis

Financial reporting

Education

Associate Degree in Economics, Statistics, or Business Administration

Tools

Excel

Statistical software

Job description

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Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

The Health Care Authority (HCA) participates in E-Verify and will verify employment eligibility upon hire.

Our Vision

• Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

• We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

• Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.
• Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.
• Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.
• Build the best team in state government by supporting employees continuous growth and wellness.

Why does the job exist?

The Economist will:

• Prepare the operating budget, appropriation request, and expenditure and revenue projections;
• Assist the advisor for program planning;
• Assist the department with expenditure and revenue budget issues;
• Perform a full range of budget, program and grant analysis for agency budget with multiple funding sources;
• Aide in providing fiscal analysis as needed by the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) and the Legislative Finance Committee (LFC).

How does it get done?

The Economist is responsible for:

• Managing the budget, revenues and expenditures for assigned division;
• Assisting in the analysis of expenses, grants, revenues, and reports to ensure compliance with the General Appropriations Act.

Who are the customers?

• Health Care Authority (HCA) and assigned programs;
• Department of Finance and Administration (DFA);
• Legislative Finance Committee (LFC).

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate has experience:

• Working with the state's budget systems;
• Working with budget projections and how they are calculated;
• Preparing or analyzing financial statements, balance sheets and income statements.

Associate Degree in Economics, Statistics, or Business Administration and two (2) years of experience in database manipulation, statistical analysis, or spreadsheet and/or statistical software usage. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certification.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage with extended periods of sitting.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.