Senior Budget Analyst

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Provide support to the Budget Planning and Analysis Unit .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesSenior💰 $6,713 - $10,318 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of budget processes, including development, monitoring, and adjustment of multi-program budgets, alongside expertise in forecasting and analyzing financial data. Capable of leading complex cross-functional projects while effectively communicating financial impacts to diverse audiences.

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Budget AnalysisForecastingFinancial Data EvaluationProject ManagementPolicy Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Budget DevelopmentCost AnalysisExpenditure ModelingData AnalysisFinancial Impact AssessmentAnalytic Tools ProficiencyLarge Data Set ManagementFinancial Data Anomaly ResolutionMulti-Program Budget MonitoringStatutory Impact Analysis

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipCoordinationProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in BusinessPublic ManagementFinanceAccounting

Industry Keywords

Budget PlanningHealth InequitiesPolicy DevelopmentFiscal System AdministrationGovernmental Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide support to the Budget Planning and Analysis Unit
Perform budget analysis activities, project management, budget monitoring, and related activities
Support budget development and complex forecasting of cost impacts
Evaluate expenditures against budgets to ensure programs have sufficient revenues
Participate in policy strategy development and analyze financial impacts of proposed policies
Provide data to agency, legislative, executive, governmental, and non-governmental officials
Develop in-depth expertise on assigned programs and budgets
Analyze budgets, programs, and proposals for potential impacts on eliminating health inequities by 2030
Coordinate research for further policy consideration
Prepare and deliver reports to executive leadership, legislators, and stakeholders
Lead and coordinate complex cross-functional projects and multiple deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Six years of progressively responsible experience including preparation, analysis, and administration of a budget or fiscal system
Experience must include modeling and forecasting fiscal information
Bachelor's degree in Business, Public or Non-Profit Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related degree may substitute for three years of required experience
Graduate-level degree in a related area may substitute for four of the six years
Advanced knowledge of budget processes, including developing, monitoring, and adjusting multi-program budgets
Ability to prepare, maintain, and adjust expenditure and revenue models
Expertise in analytic tools and large data sets
Experience in forecasting, cost analysis, and evaluating financial data
Experience investigating, identifying, and resolving financial data anomalies
Ability to determine financial impacts of changes to state and federal statutes and regulations
Ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects
Ability to coordinate multiple customers, timelines, and deliverables
Proficiency evaluating financial impacts of proposed policies
Ability to communicate complex financial data to non-technical audiences
Must complete a criminal records check meeting OHA criteria
Must complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire
Position does not provide visa sponsorship
Resume and complete supplemental questions required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
Optional life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare
11 paid holidays
3 personal days
Monthly sick leave
Vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
Training and development opportunities
Hybrid/remote work flexibility