Budget Analyst 1/2 (PCN 086029)

Job Description

Do you enjoy digging into data, solving puzzles, and finding patterns that help tell a bigger story?
 Have you ever gotten lost (in a good way!) while working through a spreadsheet?
Do you take pride in clarity, accuracy, and the little details—like knowing the difference between there, their, and they’re?

If so, you may be an excellent fit for our Budget Analyst 1/2 position! 

The Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development’s Division of Administrative Services is recruiting for a Budget Analyst 1/2 in Juneau or Anchorage. This flexibly staffed position supports the development, review, and administration of the department’s operating and capital budgets, with growth built in as you learn the budget cycle, key financial systems, and how program pieces fit together. Whether you’re new to budget work or already bring experience, we encourage you to apply—an active, curious mind ready to tackle complex challenges is exactly what we’re looking for.Our organization, mission and culture:
The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development strengthens Alaska’s economy and communities by supporting essential local services and protecting consumers through its regulatory work.  The Division of Administrative Services advances this mission by delivering centralized financial, budget, procurement, and administrative support that keeps the department’s programs running smoothly.  In this role, you contribute directly to the department’s success by providing professional, analytical budget expertise in a complex and fast-moving financial environment.

The benefits of joining our team:

The division offers a flexible, supportive, and collaborative work environment with a flexible schedule and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training. You’ll have the chance to work independently while also engaging regularly with division leadership on meaningful financial and budget work. DCCED values work–life balance and fosters a team culture where each member’s contributions are recognized and appreciated.

The working environment you can expect: 
This position is based in the department’s main offices—either on the 9th floor of the State Office Building in Juneau or the 18th floor of the Atwood Building in Anchorage—each offering modern workspaces and excellent views. The daily environment is friendly, professional, and collaborative, with regular interaction across divisions and agencies. Hybrid local telework may be available after a training period.

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations. 
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Budget Administration: Knowledge of the principles and practices of budget administration and analysis; including preparing, justifying, reporting on, and executing the budget; and the relationships among program, budget, accounting, and reporting systems.
• Financial Systems: Knowledge of the standards, architecture, and specifications of automated financial systems, including source documents, system flows, system interfaces, and related internal controls.
• Integrity/Honesty: Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization; displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization, self, and others; is trustworthy.
• Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.
• Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.

Minimum Qualifications

Budget Analyst 1 Minimum Qualifications
Two years of technical level experience in accounting, budget, finance, or similar field. This includes, but is not limited to, such work as Accounting Technician 1 and 2, Administrative Assistant 1 and 2, Statistical Technician 1 and 2, or Human Resource Technician 1 and 2 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
 
Substitution
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, statistics, or a closely related field will substitute for the required experience. 

Budget Analyst 2 Minimum Qualifications
One year of entry professional level experience analyzing and reviewing budgetary data and information; preparing analysis, reports, and recommendations on budgetary information; and utilizing electronic information management systems. This is met by service as a Budget Analyst 1 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Two years of entry level professional experience in accounting or auditing; financial management, budget analysis, management, or projection/forecasting; budget legislation or policy analysis; or economic or management analysis and projection.

Additional Required Information

A cover letter is required to apply for this position. Please attach a cover letter that highlights your experience and readiness for this position and explains your experience with the competencies listed above. Cover letters should not exceed two pages and may be used as a writing sample.

Please be prepared to provide: 

• Copies of your most recent three (3) evaluations (or you can bring to the interview, if selected); 
• Three (3) professional references who have had supervisory responsibility over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers (or you can bring to the interview, if selected) and
• Post-secondary transcripts must be submitted with your application only if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.

SALARY INFORMATION
Anchorage base salary amount, range 17/19: $2532.00-$2918.25 bi-weekly
Juneau base salary amount range 17/19: $2658.75-$3064.50 bi-weekly

FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the 1 or 2 level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.

NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains.  For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. 

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.   

Contact Information

Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State:   See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts.  Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note:  The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

Supplemental Questions

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Agency Information

EmployerState of AlaskaAddress PO Box 110201

Juneau, Alaska, 99811 Phone(800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/