Budget Analyst 2 (01114)

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Human and Community Services Division.

The mission of the Human and Community Services Division (HCSD) is to support families and communities by promoting employment and providing the assistance necessary to help families and individuals meet basic needs and work their way out of poverty.

This Budget Analyst position performs professional consultative, analytical, and financial work for the fiscal and operational bureaus within HCSD. In coordination with management, this position forecasts expenses, performs preliminary analysis for budget preparation, and develops and monitors HCSD's vast and complex budgets. This includes existing programs and any new initiatives that arise. The current major programs within the Fiscal Bureau include the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Block Grant, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid Eligibility, and the Office of Public Assistance (OPA). This position reports directly to the Budget Analyst Supervisor.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of budgeting, governmental accounting, and analytical techniques

• Advanced Excel spreadsheet and budget development skills

• Ability to use personal computer applications in writing reports, processing payment requests, analyzing and forecasting program budgets, managing contracts, and preparing statistical reports.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field

• Three years progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial management

• SABHRS knowledge preferred

• Other combinations of directly related education and directly related experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024.