Legislative Fiscal & Budget Analyst

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legislative Research Council in Pierre, SD is accepting applications for a permanent, full-time Legislative Fiscal Analyst. The role bases in Pierre and entails compiling data, researching public policy issues, writing reports, and analyzing state agency budgets for legislative committees.

The salary ranges from $75,000 to $117,000, with starting pay based on qualifications and experience. A bachelor’s degree is required, with preferred fields listed above.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; preferred fields include public or business administration, public policy, finance, economics, accounting, operations research, data science, or related areas such as law.
• Strong research skills and ability to use source materials and methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication to convey information to legislators and the public.
• Ability to work objectively with members of all political parties and independents.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; compensation time for extra hours.

Responsibilities

• Compile data and research public policy issues for legislators.
• Write reports on the fiscal condition and operations of state government.
• Analyze state agency budgets and present budget information to committees.
• Staff the Joint Committee on Appropriations and serve as secretary for meetings.
• Draft legislation and amendments, especially appropriation bills.
• Develop effective relationships with legislators and agency personnel.
• Evaluate proposed legislation for fiscal impacts and prepare fiscal notes.
• Improve internal processes and learn new skills over the interim.

Job description

The Legislative Research Council in Pierre, SD is accepting applications for a permanent, full-time Legislative Fiscal Analyst. The role bases in Pierre and entails compiling data, researching public policy issues, writing reports, and analyzing state agency budgets for legislative committees.

The salary ranges from $75,000 to $117,000, with starting pay based on qualifications and experience. A bachelor’s degree is required, with preferred fields listed above.