Budget Examiner - Ref #EX-MH-09

NY HELP Yes

Agency Budget, Division of

Title Budget Examiner - Ref #EX-MH-09

Occupational Category No Preference

Salary Grade 18

Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary Range From $56655 to $67119 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address NYS Division of the Budget

State Capitol

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12224

Duties Description Advance your career in government finance, management, and public policy at the New York State Division of the Budget (DOB)! DOB develops, negotiates, and implements one of the largest government budgets in the country, which provides the fiscal roadmap for State programs, policies, and services.We are seeking motivated analysts and critical thinkers to join our team. DOB analysts rely on their skills for creative problem solving, attention to detail, and comprehensive communication to respond to emerging challenges, identify and develop solutions, and ensure the fiscal health of the State.The Mental Hygiene Unit is recruiting an analyst to work on the aid to localities budget within the team responsible for budgeting for the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). OPWDD is responsible for planning and operating an integrated system of care that provides services and support to over 141,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The selected candidate will work on a team that is responsible for the development, negotiation and execution of a portion of the $5.5 billion budget.ResponsibilitiesBudget and Policy Analysts at DOB are typically involved in:-Developing in-depth knowledge of program areas, including detailed analysis of broader trends (e.g trends in the policy area, budgetary and spending trends, economic trends and implications, etc.), potential impacts on program operations, and collaborating with counterparts to understand agency and program operations, issues, and challenges.-Drafting recommendations and materials to guide decision-making, including articulating nuanced issues, illustrating trends and projections, and synthesizing data.-Managing the State's Financial Plan including by projecting and monitoring spending trends, identifying challenges, and working with counterparts to mitigate fiscal risks. -Participating in other key initiatives, such as reviewing and providing recommendations on the development of Medicaid rates for service providers and funding adjustments for mental hygiene and human service programs.

Minimum Qualifications QualificationsMinimum qualifications for our title series can be found on our Salaries and Career Paths page. Candidates for this position should demonstrate the following: -Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.-Fluency in Excel formulas and functions, and other Microsoft applications.-Strong written, visual, and verbal communication skills.-Ability to think strategically and creatively to define and analyze issues pertinent to their assignment. The ideal candidate will have analytic ability and a willingness to learn. Key skills for this role include objectivity, flexibility, and adaptability. All positions are located in Albany, NY, and weekly onsite work is required coupled with some remote work flexibility. Mandatory overtime may be required.

Additional Comments Benefits of Working at DOBLearn about DOB's benefits: including health and wellness perks; work-life balance programs; and learning and development opportunities at Experience of Working at DOBEntry level analysts benefit from the knowledge and mentoring of seasoned staff while learning policy development and implementation. For more on what it's like to work at DOB, check out DOB's Employment video series.How to ApplyTo be considered for this position with DOB, please visit select this title from the list of current opportunities, and then select 'Apply Now'. You may also complete a 'General Interest Application' located at the top of the Open Positions page. By selecting your areas of interest, you will be considered for all current and future open positions at DOB. Applications will remain available for our hiring managers for 3 months. If you require assistance in applying for employment with the DOB, or if you have any questions about working for DOB, please contact [email protected]. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Division of the Budget is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.We are happy to provide religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires a reasonable accommodation, please send a request to [email protected].

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Name The DOB Personnel Office

Telephone

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street NYS Division of the Budget

State Capitol

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12224

Notes on Applying Benefits of Working at DOBLearn about DOB's benefits: including health and wellness perks; work-life balance programs; and learning and development opportunities at Experience of Working at DOBEntry level analysts benefit from the knowledge and mentoring of seasoned staff while learning policy development and implementation. For more on what it's like to work at DOB, check out DOB's Employment video series.How to ApplyTo be considered for this position with DOB, please visit select this title from the list of current opportunities, and then select 'Apply Now'. You may also complete a 'General Interest Application' located at the top of the Open Positions page. By selecting your areas of interest, you will be considered for all current and future open positions at DOB. Applications will remain available for our hiring managers for 3 months. If you require assistance in applying for employment with the DOB, or if you have any questions about working for DOB, please contact [email protected]. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Division of the Budget is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.We are happy to provide religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires a reasonable accommodation, please send a request to [email protected].