Positions in this job family perform analytical work involving the collection and evaluation of agency financial data, budgetary control records and other information concerning agency expenditures and revenues to determine budget requirements, develop budget work programs, prepare proposed legislation and develop justification for requested funding levels.  This includes the analysis of financial information concerning expenditures for payroll, capital projects, operating expenses, supplies and equipment, professional services contracts, and other costs, and of projected revenues from various fees, taxes, tolls, investments, appropriations and other sources and developing recommendations or proposals concerning appropriate changes.  It also includes the allocation of projected revenues to various functions and activities, continuing review and evaluation of actual expenditures and revenue against budget projections and making adjustments or corrections as needed.

The Budget Analyst job family has four levels which are distinguished by the complexity of assignments, the level of expertise required to perform the duties assigned, and the responsibility for providing leadership to others.

Level II:  
Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, economics, accounting or finance PLUS one year of experience in professional budget administration or fiscal analysis.

Scores based on:   100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on application