Salary : $94,837.00 - $153,585.00 Annually
Location : 101 Monroe St Rockville MD 20850 USA
Job Type: Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Office of Management and Budget
Opening Date: 06/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt

About the Position
Please note: The salary range above represents this position's earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience:

If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst I, Grade N21: $72,567 - $96,518
If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst II, Grade N25: $85,937 - $124,595
If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst III, Grade N28: $97,540 - $152,405

What You'll Be Doing

• Be a Trusted Advisor: Analyze and provide clear, actionable recommendations on budget requests and policy issues to senior decision-makers, including the County Executive and County Council.
• Drive Innovation: Develop forward-looking strategies thatoptimizethe County's operating and capital budgets, aligning them with long-term goals and immediate needs.
• Be an Honest Broker: Present data-backed insights at public hearings and forums, influencing policies thatimpactour community for years to come.
• Solve Big Problems: Collaborate with departments across the County to address complex challenges with creative, financially sound solutions.
• Engage with the Public: Be a bridge between government and citizens by providing transparency and answering questions about the County's budget and spending.

Work Schedule: This position may require occasional evening and weekend hours based on needs.

Telework: This position may be eligible for limited hybrid telework after successful completion of probationary period.
Minimum Qualifications

If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst I, Grade N21:
Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing and monitoring operating and/or capital budgets, including at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having budgetary implications.
Preferred Experience: Two (2) years of experience in public sector budget development and policy analysis, particularly with Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets.

If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst II, Grade N25:
Experience: Three (3) years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing and monitoring operating and/or capital budgets, including at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having budgetary implications.
Preferred Experience: Three (3) years of experience in public sector budget development and policy analysis, particularly with Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets.

If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst III, Grade N28:
Experience: Four (4) years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing and monitoring operating and/or capital budgets, including at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having budgetary implications.
Preferred Experience: Four (4) years of experience in public sector budget development and policy analysis, particularly with Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets.

Required for ALL:
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
Equivalency: (1) An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. (2) Possession of a graduate degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required education and one year of the required experience. (3) Depending on the position in the Department of Finance, the following substitution may be made for the above experience: Two (2) years of professional experience performing financial analysis in at least one of the following areas: cash management, debt management, investments, economic development fund analysis and development, and economic and fiscal analyses, including at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having financial implications.

**in-person assessment required to evaluate job-related competencies**

Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences

Interview preference will be extended to candidates who demonstrate:

• Demonstrated experience reviewing, analyzing, and reporting on public sector budgets.
• Experience in preparing clear written reports on policy issues.
• Experience providing verbal presentations to government officials or organizational leaders.

** All applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume as part of their application **

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
Leave Benefits

Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Retirement Benefits

All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.

Free Mass Transit Benefit

County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.

Reduced Child and Health Care Costs

Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.

Employee Wellbeing

We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.

Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits
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This position requires an in-person assessment to evaluate job related competencies. If selected, will you be available to come in for the assessment within 2 to 4 weeks of submitting your application?

• Yes
• No

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Copy OF (MQ Question FISCAL AND POLICY ANALYST (000411)

What is your highest level of completed education?)

• N/A
• High School/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Juris Doctor
• Doctorate

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3. Which options below best describes your demonstrated experience reviewing, analyzing, and reporting on public sector budgets.

• I have significant experience independently reviewing, analyzing, and preparing reports on public sector budgets, including interpreting budget guidance, evaluating spending patterns, and preparing written and oral budget analyses.
• I have experience reviewing and analyzing public sector budgets and have contributed to budget reports or recommendations with some oversight or guidance.
• I have limited experience working with public sector budgets, such as assisting with data collection, reviewing budget documents, or supporting budget analysis performed by others.
• I do not have experience reviewing, analyzing, or reporting on public sector budgets.

04

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having budgetary implications?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience preparing clear, well organized written reports on policy issues.
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