Project Analyst

The Legislative Budget and Finance Committee (LB&FC) is a bipartisan, bicameral legislative service agency consisting of 12 members of the General Assembly. As set forth in the LB&FC’s enabling legislation, Act 195 of 1959, as amended, the Committee is to conduct studies and make recommendations aimed at eliminating unnecessary expenditures; promoting economy in the government of the Commonwealth; and assuring that state funds are being expended in accordance with legislative intent and law. To carry out these mandates, the LB&FC is authorized to conduct a wide range of research activities pertaining to the operation and performance of state-funded programs and agencies.

The analyst position has the following responsibilities:

• Document program systems, processes, internal controls, and applicable risk assessments.
• Perform analytical reviews of performance/financial data and evaluate the results.
• Prepare work papers to evidence work performed, document results, support conclusions, and demonstrate compliance with applicable standards and LB&FC policy.
• Conduct research and information gathering activities.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Applicants should have the following skills and characteristics:

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree or higher with a major course of study in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy, political science, English, or related field that requires extensive statistical analysis. Relevant work experience may substitute for a degree in one of the specified fields.
• Ability perform statistical analysis and manipulate datasets.
• Knowledge of the methods and technologies used in planning and conducting research and performance evaluation.
• Ability to clearly and succinctly convey business, accounting, economic, market, statistical, and financial concepts verbally and in writing in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time efficiently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Only applicants who meet these criteria will be considered for employment. Interested applicants can find recent publications and presentations at the office website (http://lbfc.legis.state.pa.us/). The office is located in downtown Harrisburg, across from the Pennsylvania Capitol. Compensation will be based on education, skills and experience. Awesome benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.) and defined benefit pension are provided.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $41,956.00 to $72,822.00 /year

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)