Senior Budget & Policy Analyst — Hybrid, Colorado

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans

Strong retirement plans (PERA)

Paid holidays and leave

RTD Eco Pass for eligible employees

Flexible work schedule; hybrid options

Training opportunities

Job summary

Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) seeks a Budget & Policy Analyst III for the Division of Housing. You will perform high‑level fiscal, policy, legislative, and data analysis to support division programs, with autonomy to allocate resources and advise leadership.

You’ll translate complex financial information into actionable guidance, ensuring compliance with fiscal rules and procurement requirements while leading a team of analysts and collaborating across DOH and the division.

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in budget management, grants mgmt, or government financial analysis.
• CPA license can substitute for degree + two years of experience.
• Applicants must upload unofficial transcripts with application.

Responsibilities

• Lead standardized budget processes and analytical tools.
• Support annual budget submissions (schedules, items, requests).
• Develop standardized budget reports with supervisor and directors.
• Build and maintain complex financial models (loans, programs, vouchers).
• Lead budget development, execution, and monitoring for the division.
• Monitor expenditures and project needs, analyze trends, identify fiscal risks.
• Perform scenario modeling, forecasting, and validation for budgets.
• Design analyses, interpret data, and improve budgeting methods.
• Provide direct support to Budget Manager and division leadership.
• Collaborate with DOH staff to manage budget actions and actions.

Skills

Advanced mathematical knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in business/related field

CPA license substitute for degree + 2 years experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) seeks a Budget & Policy Analyst III for the Division of Housing. You will perform high‑level fiscal, policy, legislative, and data analysis to support division programs, with autonomy to allocate resources and advise leadership.

You’ll translate complex financial information into actionable guidance, ensuring compliance with fiscal rules and procurement requirements while leading a team of analysts and collaborating across DOH and the division.