Budget Analyst

Introduction

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Submit a Resume and Cover Letter* during the announcement period listed above to:

Human Resources

ATTN: Carlene Smith

900 N Stiles Ave, Ste 200

Oklahoma City, OK 73104-3234

Phone: 405-522-9584

recruiter@travelok.com

*Cover Letter must include an accurate address and telephone number, as well as the title of the position for which you are applying.

**Pursuant to 21 O.S. – 481, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) avoids hiring relatives of individuals already employed by OTRD. The OTRD Nepotism Policy (P121) is strictly enforced, therefore, managers are strongly discouraged from hiring immediate family members. Please indicate on your application or cover letter if you have any relatives or friends that are employed at OTRD.

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TO BE CONSIDERED:

• Any individual may apply for an unclassified posting.

• Cover letter and resume must be postmarked by closing date on the job announcement.

• OTRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

Budget Analyst (0764)

Unclassified

Definition:

Under general supervision, incumbent performs analytical work involving the collection and evaluation of agency financial data, budgetary control records and other information concerning agency expenditures and revenues to determine budget requirements, develop budget work programs, prepare proposed legislation and develop justification for requested funding levels. This includes the analysis of financial information concerning expenditures for payroll, capital projects, operating expenses, supplies and equipment, professional services contracts, and other costs, and of projected revenues from various fees, taxes, tolls, investments, appropriations and other sources and developing recommendations or proposals concerning appropriate changes. It also includes the allocation of projected revenues to various functions and activities, continuing review and evaluation of actual expenditures and revenue against budget projections and making adjustments or corrections as needed.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Compiles data related to agency financial transactions and operations, revenues and expenditures.

• Analyzes financial information concerning personnel, capital projects, supplies and equipment, professional services, and other expenses; determines budgetary requirements by function and activity.

• Participates in surveys, studies, meetings and legislative hearings concerning agency financial requirements; provides assistance to agency managers and supervisors in preparing budget estimates and proposals; conducts research and analysis on proposed legislation or other factors affecting budget requirements.

• Reviews revenue projections from appropriations, fees, taxes, tolls and other sources; matches projected revenue to projected expenditures; makes recommendations concerning changes in program goals, workloads, staffing patterns, funds distribution and other areas; identifies needs for changes in various sources of revenue.

• Develops agency budget work programs, including justification; prepares proposed legislation.

• Develop and compile financial position reports.

• Other duties as required.

Knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of organization and management.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental accounting and budgeting.

• Skill in conducting research and analysis of various sources of revenue available to governmental agencies.

• Ability to review and analyze financial data; to establish realistic budget goals

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, economics, accounting or finance; PLUS one year of experience in performing professional accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Conclusion
Veteran’s preference points apply only for initial appointment in the classified service.