Fiscal Analyst

CGA; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Connecticut General Assembly is seeking a full-time Fiscal Analyst to support state legislators in the formulation and monitoring of budgets and public policy. Analysts who thrive here tend to be self-starters, analytical, and capable of working under pressure.

The role involves analyzing the fiscal impact of legislative proposals, answering budget inquiries from legislators and staff, and monitoring state spending and revenues.

Qualifications

• BA/BS required; MA/MPA or other advanced degree preferred with strong background in fiscal analysis, economics, budgeting, and public policy.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word, and large databases is beneficial.
• Salary commensurate with relevant experience and includes a robust fringe benefit package.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the fiscal impact of legislative proposals.
• Answer budget related inquiries from legislators and staff.
• Monitor state spending and revenues.

Skills

Excel

Analytical

Budgeting

Writing

Education

BA/BS

MA/MPA or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Databases

Job description

The Connecticut General Assembly is seeking a full time Fiscal Analyst to support state legislators in the formulation and monitoring of state budgets and public policy. Analysts who thrive here tend to be self-starters.Analyzing the fiscal impact of legislative proposals, answering budget related inquiries from legislators and staff, and monitoring state spending and revenues. The analyst is expected to develop expertise in assigned state agencies/topics and be a resource for the legislature.Excellent interpersonal and superior writing skills are necessary. Strong analytical skills (both qualitative and quantitative), attention to detail, the ability to work quickly under pressure, and comfort with collaboration are also critical to success.

Requirements:

BA/BS; strong preference for MA/MPA or other advanced degree with strong background in fiscal analysis, economics, budgeting, and public policy.

Prior experience in the following areas may be beneficial: Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word, and large databases.

Successful candidate's salary commensurate with relevant experience and includes a robust fringe benefit package.

Maybe filled at a level I or II depending on qualifications.

$75,691 - $79,475 Analyst I
$90,756 - $95,293 Analyst II