State of Oregon

Legislative Fiscal Analyst

State of Oregon$93K — $140K *
Salem, OR 97301In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3-5 years of related experience
  • Proficient in research methods and data analysis
  • Knowledge of state financial and budget systems
  • Experience in government finance and fiscal analysis

Responsibilities

  • Produce fiscal impact statements for legislation
  • Develop budget recommendations for small state agencies
  • Conduct program evaluations and budget analyses
  • Collaborate with elected officials on fiscal matters
  • Translate complex data into actionable policy recommendations

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work schedule
  • Support for professional development and training
  • Opportunity to work within the state Capitol environment
  • Participation in significant legislative budget processes
  • Veterans preference in hiring for eligible candidates
Full Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
09/09/2026

Application Deadline:
09/30/2026

Agency:
Legislative Fiscal Officer

Salary Range:
$7,800 - $11,698

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:
Legislative Fiscal Analyst

Job Description:

The Legislative Fiscal Office (LFO) is seeking a Legislative Fiscal Analyst to join its team of subject matter experts. This position focuses on producing statutorily required fiscal impact statements; developing budget recommendations for small state agencies, boards, and commissions; and conducting program evaluations and other budget analyses within particular program areas. A Legislative Fiscal Analyst works directly with elected officials on fiscal impact preparation and review; research and analysis; and translation of information into policy choices and recommendations.

This is a full-time, limited duration position beginning in November, 2027. The duration of this position is expected to last no later than October, 2028. LFO employees currently have the flexibility to work according to a hybrid in-person and remote work schedule during the periods between legislative sessions and interim committee meetings. During legislative sessions and periods when interim committees meet, staff work solely onsite in the State Capitol building to carry out the duties of their positions.

The work history and experience of the ideal candidate will include:

Knowledge of:
  • Research methods and data analysis
  • Government finance, accounting and auditing principles and practices
  • Management principles involved in strategic planning and resource allocation
  • State agency operations and programs
  • State and federal laws governing state programs and budgets
  • The legislative process, budget policy, and budget development principles
  • State financial, budget, and position control systems, including the Oregon Budget Information Tracking System (ORBITS), Workday, Oregon Legislative Information System, and Fiscal Impact and Staff Measure Summary Systems


Skill in:
  • Time management and planning
  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Proofreading and editing
  • Analyzing program outcomes, trends, and budget status
  • Information retrieval and documentation


Ability to:
  • Gather, analyze, synthesize, and disseminate information
  • Remain nonpartisan and unbiased
  • Find, read, interpret, and apply applicable laws and administrative rules
  • Extrapolate, examine, and use information and data to ascertain facts and translate technical information into concise documents
  • Explain technical information in an easy-to-understand manner to groups with a wide range of technical knowledge
  • Pay close attention to detail, prioritize competing deadlines, and manage time effectively
  • Present information to committees and make recommendations for changes in statutes, policies, procedures, budgets, staffing and performance measurements
  • Work independently and within extreme time pressures


We invite you to review the position description below; if your work history and expertise align with the position, we encourage you to apply.

To view the position description in its entirety, please click here.

HOW TO QUALIFY:

Your application must demonstrate:

  • A Bachelor's degree AND
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience


* An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position.

Please attach a resume and cover letter that clearly states your experience and how it is applicable to this position. As part of your cover letter, please write up to one addition page addressing the following question:

How does the Legislative Fiscal Office's nonpartisan status contribute to the value of fiscal impact statements on proposed legislation?

Applications received without both documents may not be considered.

TO APPLY:

  • IF YOU ARE NOT A STATE EMPLOYEE: To apply for this position, follow the "Apply" link and complete the application & questions online. If this is your first time applying in our new system "Workday", you will need to create a new user profile. You can even drag and drop your resume into Workday and it will read and generate your Work History! Be sure to attach a cover letter and resume.


  • CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using the Career app on your Home Page. Prior to clicking "Apply", update your employee profile to reflect your Education, Skills, and Job History (including your current job).


  • Attach your current cover letter and resume. Applications submitted without both documents may not be considered.


  • Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to you through this system. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.


  • This announcement closes at 11:59 PM on the close date listed.


  • The application process for this opportunity is expected to involve two interviews. Applicants selected to proceed to the second interview will be asked to create a work sample demonstrating their analytical competencies and written and oral communication skills. Candidates should expect questions from panel members regarding the work sample during the interview.


SPECIAL INFORMATION:

  • The Capitol building is located at 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR 97301. Regardless of any remote work agreement granted by your Appointing Authority in accordance with Legislative Branch Personnel Rule 26, you may be required to report to the Capitol Building under short notice. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable notice. While working from home, personal, stable, and high-speed internet access will be required to perform the functions of this position.
  • Oregon state government provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235. If you are requesting veterans' preference, you may receive an additional questionnaire in your Workday account. In order to ensure your privacy, we are asking that you complete the Veterans' Questionnaire and attach your qualifying military documents at that time. This questionnaire will be sent to your Workday account after you submit your application. We ask that you complete the questionnaire before the application deadline; extensions may be granted if necessary and reasonable. For questions about documentation, please visit: Veterans Resources. Or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at: [redacted].
  • The salary in this job posting reflects the base salary without contributions to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Employees eligible for PERS will have their salary increased by 6.95% and 6% will be automatically subject to a mandatory employee contribution to PERS.
  • The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum and desired skills listed above.
  • An offer including salary will not be extended until an equal pay analysis is completed pursuant to ORS 652.220 and 659A.357. An equal pay analysis will be conducted utilizing the education and work experience section of the legislative application.
  • Work Authorization: The Oregon State Legislature does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. The Oregon State Legislature is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
  • If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact Aimee Steketee, Human Resource Analyst, at [redacted] or [redacted].

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