BUDGET ANALYST DIRECTOR'S OFFICE 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 Director's Office provides critical support to the department's executive team through communications, financial services, legal services, and human resources. The landscape of corrections is constantly evolving, and this team is at the forefront of managing this change on behalf of Montana citizens. Join us today! The Budget Analyst position is responsible forperforming complex and critical services requiring individual analysis and evaluation. The Department of Corrections manages a $650 million biennial budget with unique funding sources and program guidelines The fluctuating nature of these revenue sources require effective fund control methods enabling effective revenue forecasting andcomprehensive expenditure reporting. Specific job duties include: Draft, prepare, and submit budget change documents (BCD's). Participate in executive budgeting, legislative appropriations processes, and the long-range budget-building processes. Design, prepare, and generate budget reports, documents, and budget-forecasting models containing multiple funding types for agencies. Research and prepare fiscal notes and reports for executive and legislative fiscal impact of legislative bill proposals. Present budget information to advisory or governing committees, or management, on program fiscal matters. QUALIFICATIONS The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, statistics, or related field. Two years of directly related budgeting experience. Must have and maintain a Montana driver's 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 generous State of Montana Benefits. State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public 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 File". In 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: Excel Skills Test 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,https://www.e-verify.gov/. NOTICES Prison 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 buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited. * Title: Budget Analyst Location: Helena Requisition ID: 26140927
