Budget Advisor

JOB
Please note: The starting salary offer will be determined based on the successful candidates’ qualifications within the budgeted salary range of $108,000-$134,000 annually. However, there is the potential for longevity, growth, and salary progression for the individual once employed.Hybrid Schedule: This position is eligible to frequently telework the majority of the time and is typically not required to report on-site. If on-site is required, your supervisor will make every effort to notify you at least 1 week in advance, except in emergency or urgent situations.Why work for the Office of Financial Management (OFM)?The Office of Financial Management (OFM) serves as the backbone of Washington state government. Our vision at OFM is to work together for the equitable future of all Washingtonians. Our mission is to make our state a better place by connecting people, budgets, policies, data, and systems for state agencies and the Legislature. We’re also committed to creating an environment that fosters our core values – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration and Operational Excellence. All staff are expected to embed these values in their team and work. Join us in filling a key role in enhancing how state government serves its citizens, making a meaningful difference and taking public service to another level. The job opportunity: As a Budget Advisor, you will be responsible for analyzing budget requests and developing budget proposals to meet the Governor’s objectives. You will monitor agencies and collaborate with them to ensure policies and budget activities are implemented efficiently and effectively. You will coordinate with various legislative and executive branch counterparts, Governor’s policy staff, and other external partners.It’s a great fit for detail-oriented professionals who want to make a real impact while growing their career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Join us and be part of a team that values critical thinking, teamwork and creative problem-solving!

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
What you’ll work on: Monitor and support state agencies in budget development, budget implementation, program performance, and other fiscal matters.Develop and present detailed fiscal analysis, recommendations, and additional options to the executive team and the Governor for decisions on budget-related fiscal and policy proposals related to child welfare and economic assistance programs.Perform independent research and analysis of policies and proposals including expected outcomes, state and local costs, implementation strategies, and positions of internal and external partners.Work with budget analysts, Governor policy staff, legal counsel, agencies, and legislative counterparts to develop estimates for forecasted and non-forecasted caseloads and other budget drivers for child welfare and economic assistance programs.Develop and implement models for analyzing fiscal impacts.Develop budget provisos, public communications, summary texts, and backup documentation to clearly communicate the intent of the Governor’s budget proposal to legislators, legislative staff, and other interested parties.Analyze legislative bills and budget proposals and communicate impacts to decision makers and senior-level staff.Review and approve the fiscal impact estimates for bills within short timelines during the legislative session.Prepare analysis and recommend gubernatorial action on enrolled bills.Make presentations, attend meetings, and respond to inquiries on budget and fiscal matters to the Governor, senior staff, legislators, and other interested parties .Represent OFM on internal and external workgroups or other group assignments related to child welfare, economic assistance programs, and other human services topics.Evaluate patterns and trends in data, and identify other factors affecting budget drivers.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
What we offer: At OFM, we foster a culture of integrity, innovation, inclusion, and belonging. We value both learned and lived experiences, believing that diversity makes us stronger. To support your health and well-being, we offer a variety of benefit programs for our employees. Please visit our Recruitment Page for a full list of benefits available to employees. Here’s a quick glance at some of the unique benefits that OFM offers: A culture that values and strives to advance diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging Tuition reimbursement Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance12 paid holidays, 14 paid vacation days (minimum), and 12 days of sick leave per yearState retirement programs Application Process: Once you’ve decided to apply for a state government job, you’ll complete an online application to showcase your qualifications. Keep in mind that once you submit the application, a real person is going to read it. We do not use AI or other technology that screens your application. Please be sure to provide clear and detailed information about your work history so your qualifications can be accurately assessed. We will contact the top candidates directly to schedule interviews. If you need reasonable accommodation in applying, please call 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.When completing your application, we encourage you to attach all of the following: Cover letter: describing your qualifications for this specific positionResume: that details your applicable experience and education.References: at least three professional references and their contact information.Questions: OFM's Staff ASL interpreter is available to all deaf and hard of hearing applicants. For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please email us at Lori.Leiter@ofm.wa.govThe Office of Financial Management is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply.This position is exempt from civil service rules. For more information, please see WAC 357-19-195.