State of Oregon

Senior Budget Analyst

State of Oregon$80K — $123K *
Salem, OR 97301In-Person
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 6 years of experience in budget preparation, analysis, and administration.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field can substitute for 3 years of experience.
  • Graduate-level degree can substitute for 4 years of required experience.
  • Proficient in modeling and forecasting fiscal information.
  • Advanced knowledge of budget processes across multiple programs.

Responsibilities

  • Support Budget Planning and Analysis Unit with comprehensive budget analyses.
  • Manage budget monitoring and identify cost impacts effectively.
  • Analyze financial implications of proposed policies and strategies.
  • Evaluate expenditures to ensure program revenue sufficiency.
  • Contribute to the agency's mission of eliminating health inequities by 2030.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive, low-cost health coverage for employees and families.
  • Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, and FSA options.
  • Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, and accrued vacation.
  • Retirement security through PERS/OPSRP.
  • Career growth opportunities within the State of Oregon.
Full Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

09/18/2026

Application Deadline:

09/27/2026

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$6,713 - $10,318

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Budget Analyst

Job Description:

This is a hybrid position offering significant work-from-home flexibility.

AsaSeniorBudgetAnalyst, you will provide support to the Budget Planning and Analysis Unit. You will perform a wide range of budget analysis activities, including project management in addition to budget monitoring and activities. Your primary functions will require thorough knowledge of state and federal budgeting and financial processes. You will also support management and staff through budget development, complex forecasting of cost impacts, and by ensuring that programs are supported by sufficient revenues by evaluating expenditures to budget.

In this role, you will be an active participant in policy strategy development including the analysis of financial impacts of proposed policies. You will provide data that is used to affect the processes in meeting the agency mission and deliver the information to topagency, legislative, executive, and other governmental and non-governmental officials. Additionally, the programs and budgets are often interrelated throughout the agency. You will need todemonstratein-depthexpertiseon the programs and budgets that you oversee.

Besides applying these technical skills, this positionparticipatesin policy strategy development with program management and agency leadership. In support of the agencys goal toeliminatehealth inequities by 2030, this position analyzes budgets, programs, and proposals with a focus onidentifyingpotential impacts to that goal and coordinating research for further policy consideration.

For a full review of the position description, please

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

Six years of progressively responsibleexperience thatincluded the preparation, analysis, and administration of a budget or fiscal system. Experience must have included modeling and forecasting fiscal information.

Note:

ABachelor's Degree in Business, Public or Non-Profit Management, Finance,Accountingor a related degree (such as Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration or other analytical or technical degree) may substitute for three years of the required experience.

A graduate-level degree in any of the above areas may substitute for four of the six years.

Desired Attributes:The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.

Advanced Budget and Financial Analysis Development

  • Advance knowledge of budget process, including developing,monitoring, and adjusting multi-program budgets

  • Ability to prepare,maintain, and adjust expenditure and revenue modeling

  • Vastexpertiseinanalytictoolsand large data sets

  • Able to deliver high-quality,accuratebudget and financials documents

Financial Analytical Skills

  • Advance at analyzing fiscal performance, including identifying opportunities for cost optimization

  • Skilledin forecasting, cost analysis, and evaluating financial data for strategic decision-making

  • Experience in investigating,identifying, and resolving financial data anomalies

  • Ability todeterminethefinancial impactof changes to state and federal statutes and regulations

Strong Project Management Abilities

  • Ability todemonstrateinitiative and independent judgement

  • Capable of leading complex, cross-functional projects and understanding how interrelated programsimpactone another financially

  • Able to be a self-starter, moving project forward without explicit direction or instruction.

  • Effectively coordinates multiple customers, timelines, and deliverables

  • Ability to work collaborativelyamong multiple areas and staff levels

  • Comfortable navigating sensitive subjects with tact and coordination

Policy Analysis and Strategic Thinking

  • Proficient in evaluating financial impacts of proposed policies

  • Supports policy development with sound financial reasoning

  • Aligns fiscal planning with agency mission and long-term goals

Communication and Presentation Skills

  • Able to clearly communicate complex financial data to a non-technical audience

  • Prepares and delivers reports to executive leadership, legislators, and stakeholders

  • Builds persuasive narratives around budget needs and outcomes

Application Guidance

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity toshowcaseyour skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in thebelow:

Submission Requirements:

  • ResumeAttach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.

  • Supplemental QuestionsAnswer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.

  • Final Check!Beforesubmitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis todeterminesalary placement upon hire. Visit thefor more information.

How to Apply:

  • External Candidates:Visit theor click the Apply tab above tosubmityour application, following all submission requirements.

  • Internal Candidates:Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their, following all submission requirements.

After You Apply:

  • Complete any pending tasks in Workday under My Applications prior to the application deadline.

  • Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

Reminders:

  • Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for.

  • Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline.

About the Team & Benefits of Joining

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment;promotesan atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from.

Ifyou'redriven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, theis the place for you.We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

  • Excellent, low-costcoverage for you and your family.

  • Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.

  • Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.

  • Potential eligibility for the.

  • Retirement security through(PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan(OPSRP).

  • to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

  • This announcement is for multiplefulltime, permanent, SEIU represented, Senior Fiscal Analyst positions(Classification: Fiscal Analyst 3 based inSalem, Oregon).

  • This is a hybrid/remote position. Review Section 4: Working Conditions in the position description (linked above) for more information.

  • Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.

  • The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see thepage.

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