Legislative Fiscal Analyst

State of Oregon; Salem (VA); Hybrid; USD 1,045,000 - 1,567,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Medical, vision & dental benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

The State of Oregon seeks a Legislative Fiscal Analyst to join the Legislative Fiscal Office and produce fiscal impact statements, develop budget recommendations, and conduct program evaluations. You will work with elected officials on research and analysis to inform policy choices and legislative decisions.

This full-time, limited-duration position runs from November 2027 through October 2028. A hybrid in-person/remote schedule is available between sessions, with onsite work during sessions in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of related experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform fiscal impact analysis and budget evaluations.
• Experience with state government finance and legislative processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce statutorily required fiscal impact statements.
• Develop budget recommendations for small state agencies and programs.
• Conduct program evaluations and budget analyses within assigned areas.
• Present information to legislators and translate analyses into policy options.

Skills

Research methods

Data analysis

Government finance

Strategic planning

Policy translation

Nonpartisan analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ORBITS

Workday

OLIS

Job description

Initial Posting Date:

09/09/2026

Application Deadline:

09/30/2026

Agency:

Legislative Fiscal Officer

Salary Range:

$7,800 - $11,698

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Legislative Fiscal Analyst

Job Description:

The Legislative Fiscal Office (LFO) is seeking a Legislative Fiscal Analyst to join its team of subject matter experts. This position focuses on producing statutorily required fiscal impact statements; developing budget recommendations for small state agencies, boards, and commissions; and conducting program evaluations and other budget analyses within particular program areas. A Legislative Fiscal Analyst works directly with elected officials on fiscal impact preparation and review; research and analysis; and translation of information into policy choices and recommendations.

LFO provides nonpartisan, permanent, professional analytical services to the Legislative Assembly. The mission of the office is to provide comprehensive research, analysis, and recommendations on the state’s biennial budget. LFO evaluates state expenditures, program administration, and agency organization to assist in development of the Legislature’s adopted balanced budget; prepares fiscal impact statements on legislative measures; and provides staff support to the Joint Committee on Ways and Means, Emergency Board, and several other legislative committees.

This is a full-time, limited duration position beginning in November, 2027. The duration of this position is expected to last no later than October, 2028. LFO employees currently have the flexibility to work according to a hybrid in-person and remote work schedule during the periods between legislative sessions and interim committee meetings. During legislative sessions and periods when interim committees meet, staff work solely onsite in the State Capitol building to carry out the duties of their positions.

The work history and experience of the ideal candidate will include:

Knowledge of:

• Research methods and data analysis
• Government finance, accounting and auditing principles and practices
• Management principles involved in strategic planning and resource allocation
• State agency operations and programs
• State and federal laws governing state programs and budgets
• The legislative process, budget policy, and budget development principles
• State financial, budget, and position control systems, including the Oregon Budget Information Tracking System (ORBITS), Workday, Oregon Legislative Information System, and Fiscal Impact and Staff Measure Summary Systems

Skill in:

• Time management and planning
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Proofreading and editing
• Analyzing program outcomes, trends, and budget status
• Information retrieval and documentation

Ability to:

• Gather, analyze, synthesize, and disseminate information
• Remain nonpartisan and unbiased
• Find, read, interpret, and apply applicable laws and administrative rules
• Extrapolate, examine, and use information and data to ascertain facts and translate technical information into concise documents
• Explain technical information in an easy-to-understand manner to groups with a wide range of technical knowledge
• Pay close attention to detail, prioritize competing deadlines, and manage time effectively
• Present information to committees and make recommendations for changes in statutes, policies, procedures, budgets, staffing and performance measurements
• Work independently and within extreme time pressures

HOW TO QUALIFY:

Your application must demonstrate:

• A Bachelor’s degree AND
• Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience

* An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position.

Why the Oregon state legislature?

• Work/life balance - paid leave and a competitive benefits package.
• We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Collaborative work environment with a team of bright, hardworking, and fun individuals.
• Opportunities for professional development to expand your breadth and depth of knowledge.
• Support the creation of public policy and watch as history unfolds for the State of Oregon as ideas become crafted into policies and laws.
• The Legislative Branch is made up of seven small-medium state agencies where you can really get to know your co-workers.
• Considering a move to Oregon? Check out what living, working and playing in Oregon is like.

SPECIAL INFORMATION** :**

• The Capitol building is located at 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR 97301. Regardless of any remote work agreement granted by your Appointing Authority in accordance with Legislative Branch Personnel Rule 26, you may be required to report to the Capitol Building under short notice. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable notice. While working from home, personal, stable, and high-speed internet access will be required to perform the functions of this position.
• Oregon state government provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235. If you are requesting veterans’ preference, you may receive an additional questionnaire in your Workday account. In order to ensure your privacy, we are asking that you complete the Veterans’ Questionnaire and attach your qualifying military documents at that time. This questionnaire will be sent to your Workday account after you submit your application. We ask that you complete the questionnaire before the application deadline; extensions may be granted if necessary and reasonable. For questions about documentation, please visit Veterans Resources. Or call the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666.
• The salary in this job posting reflects the base salary without contributions to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Employees eligible for PERS will have their salary increased by 6.95% and 6% will be automatically subject to a mandatory employee contribution to PERS.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum and desired skills listed above.
• An offer including salary will not be extended until an equal pay analysis is completed pursuant to ORS 652.220 and 659A.357. An equal pay analysis will be conducted utilizing the education and work experience section of the legislative application.
• Work Authorization: The Oregon State Legislature does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. The Oregon State Legislature is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
• The Oregon State Legislature is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Workforce Diversity.