Budget Management Analyst

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Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$29.250

Job Posting:

JR2026- Budget Management Analyst (Open)

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Job Description:

The State of Nebraska Budget Office is currently seeking a Budget Management Analyst to joint their team. The State Budget Division provides fiscal policy coordination and support for Executive Branch leadership as well as guidance and oversight to state agencies in the development and execution of the Nebraska state budget. Join the State Budget Division team where you can make a difference for Nebraskans and engage in meaningful analysis and discussion that guides the direction of our state.

Look at what we have to offer!
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156% (thats not a typo!) state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Fun inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment
At the State we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect acting ethically in all situations and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job Duties:

• Provides fiscal policy and management support advice and consultation to the Governor state agencies legislature and other government officials.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and efficiency and makes recommendations on program and budget policy emphasis and direction.
• Develops reviews and monitors management and budgetary reporting systems including automated financial and budgeting systems.
• Researches and drafts legislation and prepares fiscal notes for executive and legislative determination of fiscal impact of specific legislative bills.
• Reviews and analyzes agency budget requests with subsequent presentation of analysis to the Governor and senior staff.
• Confers and makes formal presentations regarding budget options to agency directors and the Governor concerning specific agency programs facilities and staffing patterns.
• Prepares Governors budget recommendations.
• Aids department heads in implementing new programs by providing necessary fiscal and management analysis and information.
• All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in public administration finance or economics or related area plus four years of work experience in public administration finance economics or related area. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who possess a Bachelors degree or higher in any of the stated educational areas. The ideal candidate will have experience or training in delivering formal presentations on financial or budgetary matters. Preference will also be given to candidates with experience in the legislative process policy research data analysis and/or the use of SQL Microsoft Excel and Power BI.

Other: Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

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