Management and Program Analyst, Associate or Senior

Socket.dev; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

Career ladder

Paid holidays

Health plans

Student loan forgiveness

Flexible schedules

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Legislative Audit Division in Montana seeks a Management and Program Analyst to evaluate state programs for the legislature. You will plan and scope evaluations, interpret statutes, interview stakeholders, analyze data, write analytical documents, and present findings.

This role offers hybrid work, a defined career ladder, paid leave and health plans, relocation assistance, and growth opportunities within a nonpartisan legislative office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline required by December 31, 2026.
• Experience in performance auditing or program evaluation is preferred.
• Experience in state government is preferred.
• Experience in both quantitative and qualitative analysis is preferred.
• Experience with professional writing is preferred.
• Degree in public administration, political science, social sciences, natural sciences, or related field is preferred.
• A graduate degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope evaluations.
• Interpret statutes and rules.
• Interview program stakeholders.
• Collect and analyze data from surveys, data analysis, and document review.
• Write analytical documents.
• Present findings to the legislature.

Skills

State gov ops

Analytical thinking

Written comms

Verbal comms

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree (any discipline)

Graduate degree

Job description

We are a team of analysts with a variety of professional and academic backgrounds who value different perspectives. We are looking for curious, analytical, and self-motivated people to join us at the Legislative Audit Division as Management and Program Analysts. Analysts evaluate state government programs to provide objective information to the legislature and citizens. Core responsibilities include:

• planning and scoping evaluations;
• interpreting statute and rule;
• interviewing program stakeholders;
• collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data from surveys, data analysis, and document review;
• writing analytical documents; and
• presenting findings to the legislature.

Analysts examine diverse topics. Examples range from wildlife management programs to regulation of child care facilities to analysis of water rights administration. Assignments offer continuing variety and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

The Legislative Audit Division is an independent, nonpolitical, nonpartisan organization in Montana’s legislative branch. Directed by the Legislative Auditor, the office is responsible for evaluating and reporting on executive and judicial branch operations.

Position Incentives

• Hybrid telework/in-office schedules available (currently up to 50 percent after the first three months)
• Defined career ladder and merit-based pay raises
• Paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health plans with state contributions
• Possible qualification for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for student loans
• Flexible work schedules and casual dress code, as appropriate
• Up to $1,000 out-of-state relocation reimbursement or $500 in-state relocation reimbursement (if moving from more than 50 miles away from Helena) possible
• Retirement package, life and disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, student loan forgiveness

Successful candidates are skilled in…

• Understanding state government program operations
• Analytical thinking, technology, and research skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills, including building and maintaining effective working relationships
• Gathering and organizing information to formulate and support decisions and opinions
• Working independently and as part of a team

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline is required. Must be awarded by December 31, 2026.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in performance auditing or program evaluation
• Experience in state government
• Experience in both quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Experience with professional writing
• Degree in public administration, political science, social sciences, natural sciences, or related field.
• A graduate degree

Starting Salary

• Associate Level: 0-3 years of relevant experience; starting minimum $66,000
• *Senior Level: 2-5 years of DIRECT WORK EXPERIENCE as an analyst/auditor (program evaluation); starting minimum $74,708

*For Senior Level consideration, the applicant MUST have at least 2 years direct work experience as a program evaluator/analyst, performance auditor, or demonstrably equivalent position. Education or related, but not direct, work experience WILL NOT be substituted for the 2-year minimum.

If hired, the candidate MUST:

• Live or relocate to within 90 miles of Helena, Montana
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Provide official college transcripts
• Successfully pass a criminal records background check
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
• Be available for periodic travel and overtime

Application review begins October 5th - all completed applications received by close date will be reviewed.

The Legislative Branch participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, Link to E-Verify Website [e-verify.gov].

Christiane Rudmann, Management & Program Analyst: [e-mail]

Will Soller, Deputy Legislative Auditor: [e-mail]