Budget/Research Analyst - 60015468

Salary: $56,210.00 - $104,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 173851
Agency: Department of Administration
Division: Executive Budget Office
Opening Date: 02/26/2025
Closing Date: 3/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Class Code:: AN09
Position Number:: 60015468
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $56,210.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $104,000.00
Opening Date: 02/26/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Budget/Research Analyst

The Department of Administration's Executive Budget Office (EBO) is looking for a Budget/Research Analyst to join their team. In this position you will monitor, review, and analyze agency budgets and provide recommendations to EBO management and gubernatorial staff to ensure the Executive Budget is aligned with the priorities established by the Governor's Office.

Responsibilities of the Budget/Research Analyst:

• You will review and analyze agency budget requests and make recommendations to the Executive Budget Office management and staff to ensure recommendations are aligned with the priorities established by the Governor's Office.
• You will perform ad hoc analysis for executive and gubernatorial staffs, as requested, to ensure accurate data is used, recommendations are based on sound reasoning, and requested timelines are met.
• You will gather information, identify analysis methodologies, and prepare, develop, and submit written and graphic reports as assigned by executive or gubernatorial staff. You will track the budget and pertinent legislation throughout the legislative cycle.
• You will conduct routine analysis, to include deficit monitoring, position management, and grants management, to ensure agency operations follow applicable state and federal laws.
• You will work with agencies throughout the year to address fiscal and operational issues. You will review agency programs and processes to develop a thorough understanding of each agency.
• You will process agency budget documents throughout the fiscal year, including special expenditure requests, transfers, FTE Management, etc., to ensure authorized funds are used in the manner prescribed by law.
• You will gather information from agencies as requested for statewide projects and surveys.
• You will assist agencies in the development of performance metrics and analyze the relationship between funding levels and agency activities and performance. You will monitor and evaluate agencies' performance of defined metrics throughout the fiscal year.
• You will perform other assigned duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field with at least three (3) years of relevant experience conducting financial analysis, performing financial projections, or monitoring program performance. A master's degree in business administration, public administration, finance, accounting, or economics may be substituted for up to two (2) years of relevant experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data and reports.
• Ability to interpret state and federal laws governing state finances and programs.
• Proficient in use of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.
Additional Comments
The Department of Administration is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click herefor additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Which of the following best describes your educational experience?

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field with at least three (3) years of relevant experience conducting financial analysis, performing financial projections, or monitoring program performance.
• At least a masters degree in business administration, public administration, finance, accounting, or economics with at least one (1) year of relevant experience conducting financial analysis, performing financial projections, or monitoring program performance.
• None of the above.

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