Senior Budgeting Analyst/Trainee 1/2 - Albany (NY HELPS)

$51,920 - $80,860/Yr

State of New York - Albany, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Albany, NY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Senior Budgeting Analyst/Trainee 1/2 position at the New York State Department of Labor involves conducting studies to develop budget estimates and justifications, evaluating resources for new programs, and assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of current programs. This role is part of the NY HELPS program, allowing for non-competitive appointments under specific qualifications, with the potential for future competitive status. The position is full-time, based in Albany, and offers telecommuting options.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies of assigned program areas to develop budget estimates and justifications.
• Evaluate necessary resources for new programs and services.
• Assess current programs and their costs for effectiveness and efficiency.
• Implement and evaluate expenditure controls.
• Forecast future workload and cash expenditures using Microsoft Excel.
• Perform additional fiscal/accounting functions related to purchasing, cash receipts, and disbursements.
• Review legislation for fiscal impact and conduct contract reviews.
• Complete federal reports and work with the Statewide Financial System.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience developing, analyzing, and managing capital programs, projects, and funds.
• A Juris Doctor, master's, or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year
• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage)
• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost
• Membership in the NYS Employee's Retirement System
• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)
• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses
• Paid Parental Leave