Budget Analyst I-III, Capital Programs - #26-006792-0001

This position will serve as a Budget Analyst within the Maryland Department of Budget and Managements Office of Capital Budgeting. This position has direct responsibility for analysis and oversight of capital budgets for assigned State agencies. This position will analyze and prepare budgets of assigned agencies and assist in the management of the State's capital budget process.

Budget Analyst I, Capital Program: Grade 15

Budget Analyst II, Capital Program: Grade 17

Budget Analyst III, Capital Program: Grade 19

301 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

This is a hybrid work environment that currently allows upto 3 days a week of telework.

Experience in writing reports and making presentations oncapital budget recommendations to senior departmental and other executivebranch officials;

Strong analytical abilities, including understanding ofmathematical and statistical concepts;

Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and databasesoftware;

Experience in public sector financial management orfacilities management, to include budget analysis,

finance, project management, or capital/facility planning;

Ability to work independently, in teams, and underpressure;

Ability to be productive and fulfill job responsibilitiesin a telework environment; and

Availability to work extended hours as required to meetbudget deadlines.

procurement, and contract management;

Knowledge of performance budgeting concepts;

Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills, proactivity,and an ability to appropriately apply learned concepts to new situations;

Education: Possession of a master's degree in public policy, public administration, accounting, business administration, economics, finance, statistics, engineering, planning, political science, or similar preferred. Candidates possessing a bachelors degree in one of these fields, or a masters degree in a different area with a minimum of 15 credit hours in these fields, will be considered.

Experience: Starting grade will be determined by specific relevant experience, skills, and knowledge. General guidelines are as follows: Less than 2 years (Budget Analyst I); 2-3 years (Budget Analyst II); 3-4 years (Budget Analyst III) of experience in capital budget formulation, review, or management; public policy, budgeting, or analysis; capital/facility planning; or construction project management.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in State government, especially in capital/facilities planning, project costing, procurement, and contract management;

Knowledge of performance budgeting concepts;

Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills, proactivity, and an ability to appropriately apply learned concepts to new situations;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Experience in writing reports and making presentations on capital budget recommendations to senior departmental and other executive branch officials;

Strong analytical abilities, including understanding of mathematical and statistical concepts;

Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and database software;

Experience in public sector financial management or facilities management, to include budget analysis, finance, project management, or capital/facility planning;

Ability to work independently, in teams, and under pressure;

Ability to be productive and fulfill job responsibilities in a telework environment; and

Availability to work extended hours as required to meet budget deadlines.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information onyour application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closingdate. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successfulcandidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least oneyear.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. Candidates may also be required to perform an analytical exercise for further evaluation.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online application submission is required. A resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample (2-3 pages are required). When using the online application, please besure to combine these attachments into one document.

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates areencouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed torecruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of theState's diversity.