Fish Program Budget Analyst - Budget Analyst 4 (In-Training) - Permanent - *10072-24

Messiah College; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Fish Program Budget Analyst - Budget Analyst 4 (In-Training) - Permanent - *10072-24

Working Title: Fish Program Budget Analyst

Classification: Budget Analyst 4 (In-Training)

Job Status: Full-Time/Permanent

WDFW Program: Financial Services Program – Budget Office

Duty Station: Olympia, Washington – Thurston County

In-Training: We are recruiting to hire at the Budget Analyst 3 (BA3) or Budget Analyst 4 (BA4) level. We will train a new hire at level BA3 up to the BA4 level.

Salary: Depending on which level you are hired at, your salary range will be as follows:

Budget Analyst 3 - $4,865.00 - $6,539.00 monthly

Budget Analyst 4 - $5,783.00 - $7,779.00 monthly

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the division expert that provides technical assistance to internal and external customers regarding highly complex budget, financial, and operational activities that result in improvements within the Fish Management Division.
• Manages ongoing Fish Management Division budget, financial, and operational activities.
• As one of two Fish Management Division budget experts, exercises discretion and independent judgment, conducts in-depth analyses/evaluation, and provides recommended actions to identify and address issues, problems, and opportunities related to Fish Management Division budget, financial, and/or business operations.
• Assists program staff in the management of federal grants and local contracts, including developing spending plans and assisting with the submittal of contract amendments and grant applications.
• Develops and implements financial monitoring tools and reports in coordination with the Fish Program Budget Manager and the Fish Management Division Manager.
• Leads the development and production of budget and financial reports addressing complex and sometimes unprecedented budget, financial, and operational issues.
• Researches and analyzes expenditure patterns, organizational structure, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Provides consultative planning and detailed analysis to program staff in the development and monitoring of biennial and supplemental budget allotments.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

This Budget Analyst 4 (in-training) series provides mentoring and career development opportunities for candidates with limited experience.

Candidates will be hired as a Budget Analyst 3 or 4, dependent on skills and experience.

Required Qualifications for the Budget Analyst 3:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, statistics, or relevant field.
• At least three (3) years of professional experience in budget, accounting, finance, or public administration.

Required Qualifications for the Budget Analyst 4:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, statistics, or relevant field.
• Four (4) years of budget experience, including one complete biennial cycle, with increasing levels of responsibility.

Application Instructions:

• A completed online application.
• An up-to-date resume showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills, and experience.
• At least three (3) professional references with current contact information.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.