Senior Budget Analyst Lead (Operations and Policy Analyst 4)

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health coverage for you and/

Flexible hybrid work options

PERS/OPSRP retirement benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

The State of Oregon, through the Oregon Health Authority, seeks a Senior Budget Analyst Lead to guide budget development and strategic financial analysis. This hybrid role offers flexible work-from-home options and a path to influence health equity initiatives across programs and agencies.

Responsibilities include advising on budgets, forecasting costs, mentoring staff, and coordinating cross‑agency policy analysis to support the state's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Public Administration, Finance or related field and five years of analytical budgeting work.
• Or eight years of experience in evaluative, analytical and planning work with budgeting focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and budget advice to Budget Planning and Analysis Unit and CFO's Office.
• Lead complex forecasting, cost impact analysis and policy development for new programs.
• Mentor staff through biennial budget build process and cross‑division collaboration.
• Coordinate research and policy analysis to advance health equity and inclusive budgeting.
• Present budgets and financial data to leadership and external partners.

Skills

Budget development

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Mentoring

Policy analysis

Cross‑functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration/Finance or related field

Experience in evaluative/analytical budgeting

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/03/2026 Application Deadline: 09/15/2026 Agency: Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $7,863.00 to $11,578.00 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Senior Budget Analyst Lead (Operations and Policy Analyst 4)

Job Description

This is a hybrid position offering significant work-from-home flexibility. If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all. Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Senior Budget Analyst Lead (Operations and Policy Analyst 4)

This position provides financial and budget advice to the Budget Planning and Analysis Unit of the Fiscal Operations Division and Chief Financial Officer's Office. This includes performing a wide range of complex and large analysis and forecasts. Providing guidance and mentorship to staff through the biennial budget build process. Working across divisions and/or other state agencies to align budget and processes. Advising on the state and federal budgeting and financial processes and systems as well as policy development of new programs and services. This position will also support management, leadership, and staff through budget development, complex forecasting of cost impacts, and ensuring that programs are supported by sufficient revenues. This position will be an active participant in policy strategy development including the analysis of financial impacts of proposed policies with different divisions across OHA and other state and federal agencies. They will analyze large and complex data sets to create fiscal impacts and perform research with other state health providers. They will work with program and operations leadership and managers to lead and advise budget requests for policy development and to focus agency efforts on meeting OHA’s mission of reaching Health Equity goal. This position will analyze budgets, programs, and proposals with a focus on identifying potential impacts to that goal and coordinating research for further policy consideration to be more inclusive of our populations and communities we serve in the State of Oregon. This position will also interact with multiple audiences including partners in the legislative, executive, other governmental and non-governmental offices. As well as with the federal government and other jurisdictions and communities across the State of Oregon. Additionally, the programs and budgets are often interrelated and complex throughout the agency and across the state enterprise and this position will provide technical expertise in budget and programs as well as soft skills in leadership, communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, innovation, and decision-making. Besides applying these technical, analytical expertise, and soft skills, this position will also support the agency's goal to eliminate health inequities by 2030. The person in this role will analyze budgets, programs, and proposals with a focus on identifying potential impacts to that goal and coordinating research for further policy consideration to be more inclusive of our populations and communities we serve in the State of Oregon.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration. A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. OR; Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

Desired Attributes

• Advanced Budget/Financial Development and Analysis
• Advance knowledge of governmental or healthcare financial data, processes and systems
• Experience with budget process, including developing, monitoring, and adjusting multi-program budgets
• Skilled in forecasting, cost analysis, and evaluating financial data for strategic decision-making
• Strong Project Management and Mentoring Abilities
• Capable of leading complex, cross-functional projects and understanding how interrelated programs impact one another financially
• Effectively coordinates multiple customers, staff levels, timelines, and deliverables
• Experience providing coaching and instructions to staff or project team on requirements, guidance, and deadlines for budget or financial activities
• Policy Analysis and Strategic Thinking
• Able to identify policy, regulatory, system, or other operational issues within financial analysis
• Experience providing financial advice and recommendations
• Skilled at proposing policy alternatives to achieve program budget goals, consistent with fiscal limitations, regulations and rules
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Experience presenting budget or financial data to leadership and external parties
• Able to synthesize complex financial data for formal presenting
• Proficient navigating sensitive subjects with tact and coordination

Benefits

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Location & Work Arrangements

Additional Details This announcement is for a permanent, management services, Senior Budget Analyst (Classification: Operations and Policy Analyst 4 based in Salem, Oregon). This is a hybrid/remote position.

Eligibility & Compliance

Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position. We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Accommodations

Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on protected class – including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position. OHA is an anti‑racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.