Public Service Coordinator I (Financial Analyst) - Augusta - Limited Period

State of Maine; Augusta (ME); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Gym Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Student Loan Forgiveness

Wellness Benefits

Job summary

The Department of Administration & Financial Services in Maine is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide in-depth budgetary and financial analysis to the Natural Resources Service Center. Based in Augusta with a hybrid in-office/remote schedule, this limited-period role requires a master’s degree in business or related field and GAAP/GASB knowledge, plus strong communication skills.

Candidates will work with the Service Center Director and senior management to support revenue and expenditure

Qualifications

• MBA or related field with two years of cost, cost/benefit, and financial analysis experience.
• GAAP and GASB knowledge; substitutions allowed if experience demonstrates comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth and continuous analysis of departmental finances.
• Collaborate with the Service Center Director and other analysts and senior management on budgeting and forecasting.
• Support revenue and expenditure forecasting and financial planning in Augusta with hybrid work arrangement.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB guidelines

Financial analysis

Education

MBA or related field

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

The Department of Administration & Financial Services is an innovative organization that coordinates a number of central services for agencies within Maine State Government. The Natural Resources Service Center provides financial and budgetary management services as well as human resource and employee relations services to the four natural resource agencies of state government, along with, Baxter State Park, the Department of Energy Resources and the Maine Office of Community Affairs. This position provides budgetary and financial analysis to one or more agencies served by the NRSC.

PUBLIC SERVICE COORDINATOR I

(FINANCIAL ANALYST)

Opening Date: October 16, 2026
Closing Date: End of the day October 30, 2026
Location: Augusta
Position Type: Limited Period
Class Code: CA28
Grade: 28 (Confidential)
Salary: $69,180.80 - $98,280.00 Per Year

Interested candidates need to submit a Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, and detailed Resume*

*For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Financial Analyst at the Department of Administration and Financial Services in the Natural Resources Service Center, you will be responsible for providing in-depth and continuous analysis of departmental finances. You will work closely with the Service Center Director and other Financial Analysts, executive and senior management at the assigned agency and the Bureau of the Budget. Qualified candidates must have excellent communication skills in addition to a strong financial background. This position is headquartered in Augusta with potential for a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

An eight (8) year combination of education and experience comprised of a Master's Degree in Business Administration or closely related field and two (2) years of responsible experience in cost, cost/benefit, and financial analysis. Directly related experience may be substituted for education but must demonstrate comprehension and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines.

The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies

1. A thorough and mature comprehension of Maine state laws, rules, regulations, policies and other directives from central control agencies that directly impact program operations and management at the agency level.
2. A proven ability to effectively communicate with diverse group dynamics.
3. Demonstrated skill in fostering positive teamwork in a collaborative spirit to resolve difficult matters.
4. A proven and demonstrated ability to provide budgetary analyses for senior management, including revenue and expenditure forecasting.
5. Comprehension of the financial, budgetary, and accounting systems and processes employed by both the executive and legislative branches of state government and how they impact program management.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead" - as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days per calendar year.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 18.86% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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