State of Arkansas - Little Rock, AR
posted 3 months ago
The Budget Analyst position at the Arkansas Department of Health is a critical role responsible for assisting assigned agencies in the preparation of biennial budgets and managing fiscal operations. This position operates under the governance of state and federal laws, as well as agency policies, ensuring compliance and accuracy in budgetary processes. The Budget Analyst will engage in extensive research, analysis, and evaluation of agency operations, funding sources, and fiscal records to accurately determine budgetary needs and assess the impact of new programs on existing budgets. In this role, the Budget Analyst will review budget requests from various agencies, ensuring completeness and compliance with current regulations. This involves meeting with agency directors and fiscal personnel to gather additional information, discuss budgetary needs, and provide guidance on procedural issues. The analyst will evaluate these requests and make informed recommendations to executive and legislative officials based on thorough analysis and program knowledge. Participation in executive and legislative meetings is also a key responsibility, where the analyst will respond to technical questions and clarify budget-related information. Additionally, the Budget Analyst will be involved in drafting and monitoring legislation during legislative sessions, providing technical assistance to agencies on various fiscal-related activities, and performing other duties as assigned. This position may require occasional overtime and limited travel, both in-state and out-of-state, to fulfill its responsibilities effectively.