Budget Analyst PN

Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services

The Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services (OFMS)Fiscal Services Divisionis responsible for developing implementing and monitoring all the Agencys budget activities. This encompasses the biennial budget process annual budget implementation and projecting federal budget estimates. The Division is also responsible for the management of the Agencys revenue disbursements and financial obligations as well as performing daily federal cash draws reconciles and reports on federal grant status. Learn more about the Office by visiting theODJFS OFMS webpage.

What You Will Do:

The primary purpose of this position is to prepare maintain monitor and analyze fiscal grant activity for funds awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Department of Labor (DOL) and US Department of Agriculture (USDA). In this position you will:

• Prepare and maintain chart of accounts related to federal grants.
• Ensure grant revenues & expenditures are uniquely tracked pursuant to financial & grant award reporting requirements.
• Reconcile grant revenue and expenditures to state budgets.
• Analyze available cash and ensure grant spending does not exceed period of availability.
• Prepare analyze and report results of grant and federal fund status reports.

• Assist with federal cash draw downs and federal reporting of expenditures.

This position requires attention to detail and the ability to analyze large data sets cash flow reconciliation of fiscal data expenditures and budget reports. You will routinely communicate with Office management federal and state auditors and ODJFS fiscal teams. Effective and clear communication and problemsolving skills are essential. Knowledge of the states Ohio Administrative Knowledge System (OAKS) and federal systems is a plus.

Location: This position will be headquartered at the Rhodes State Office Tower 30 East Broad Street Columbus OH 43215

Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Travel: Travel required as needed. Must provide own transportation or to operate a state vehicle you must have a valid drivers license.

PN:

The ideal candidate at minimum must have the following:

OPTION 1:

• 3 yrs. experience in budgeting that included fiscal analysis management & control (e.g. probability; linear regression; multiple variable regression; computer assisted regression analysis models; trend analysis; forecasting cost benefit analysis).

- OR -

OPTION 2:

• Completion of undergraduate core program in accounting public finance public administration or business administration; 12 mos. budgeting that included fiscal analysis management & control (e.g. probability; linear regression; multiple variable regression; computer assisted regression analysis models; trend analysis; forecasting cost benefit analysis).

- OR -

OPTION 3:

• Completion of graduate core program in accounting public finance public administration or business administration which included coursework in quantitative/statistical analysis (e.g. probability; linear regression; multiple variable regression; computer assisted regression analysis models; trend analysis; forecasting cost benefit analysis).

- OR -

OPTION 4:

• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Tips For Your Application

When completing the different sections of this application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.

Pay Information

This position is in the State of Ohios OCSEA Pay Schedule Pay Range 32. Unless required by legislation or union contract starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1 currently $30.55 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:

• Cash and Food Assistance
• Employment Services and Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someones world!

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented diverse and dedicated employees.
• We get better at what we do every day.

ADA Notice

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process please contact

Selection Priority Notice

Current employees of ODJFS in theOCSEAunion have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from all other candidates will only be considered if an internal OCSEAapplicant is not selected for this position.

Current employees of ODJFS in theOCSEAunion have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from all other candidates will only be considered if an internal OCSEAapplicant is not selected for this position.

Background check information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.