Lead Budget Analyst

QUALIFICATIONS

The knowledge skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Bachelors degree in accounting finance economics statistics or related field.

• Five years of directly related budgeting experience with at least two years in multi-program or department-wide budget analysis.

• Preferred qualifications addstate government executive budgeting experienceandexperience coordinating other budget staff.

• Must have and maintain a Montana drivers license in good standing.

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

BENEFITS

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generousState of Montana Benefits.

State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

To initiate an application and be considered you must attach your resume cover letter and mark the attachments as a Relevant your cover letter state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

• Criminal history check

• Child/patient/offender abuse registries

• Reference checks

The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9 your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify please visit the E-Verify website found here Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison jail lockup community confinement facility juvenile facility or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force overt or implied threats of force or coercion or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free -The use of all tobacco products including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

LEAD BUDGET ANALYST

OFFICE OF FINANCIAL SERVICES

HELENA MT

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

The Office of Financial Services at the Department of Corrections is amissioncriticalsupport team that keeps the agencys work on solid fiscal footing from budget strategy to daytoday financial operations. This unit leads the stewardship of public funds through rigorous budget management accounting procurement and contract oversight helping ensure that scarce resources are directed where they have the greatest impact on public safety and offender rehabilitation. Team members collaborate closely with facilities programs and external partners to maintain strong internal controls transparent reporting and compliant financial practices all while supporting innovative solutions such as secure inmate trust account services and modern payment systems for families and stakeholders. Joining this office means working with professionals who are committed to accuracy integrity and service and who take pride in knowing that their expertise in numbers directly supports safer communities and better outcomes across the corrections system. Join us today!

The Lead Budget Analyst serves as thetechnicallead and primary resource for frontline budget analysts providing advanced guidance coordination and quality control on complex budget analysis activities for the Departments approximately $650 million biennial budget. The position supports the development monitoring and communication of this large multi-fund budget while exercising no formal supervisory authority focusing instead on expert-level consultation mentoring and process improvement to ensure consistent accurate and defensible budget work products.

In addition to standard budget analyst work specific job duties include:

• Serves as the technical lead for frontline budget analysts on a $650 million biennial budget providing advanced guidance on complex budget methods models and analyses.

• Reviews and refines budget work products (e.g. budget change documents reports models fiscal notes) to ensure technical accuracy consistency and compliance with state and departmental requirements.

• Coordinates the technical aspects of major budget deliverables and provides mentoring training and process-improvement recommendations without performing formal supervisory functions