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Budget Specialist 1 (Legislation)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION

This position is an exciting opportunity in our Legislative Affairs Division, with opportunity for future promotion. The candidate will serve as a part of a diverse legislative team and assist in providing bill and regulatory analysis for making high-level decisions.  The legislative office is essential in the production of the proposed and enacted budgets. This candidate will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of the political processes. If you are looking for the next step in your professional career, bring your passion to the Legislative Affairs Division! 

 

 

 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The preferred candidate will be responsible to be familiar with state statutes and regulations governing agencies and programs and to understand and evaluate the impact of pending legislation and regulations. The Executive Budget Specialist 1 reviews proposed legislation and regulations, their potential impact on the budget and preparation of recommendations to support or reject proposals; and reviews programs and other government initiatives and the provision of comments on proposed legislation.

 

Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.


 

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment.
  • Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week telework, 2 days a week in the office. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • Successful completion of the Executive Budget Associate training period; or
  • One year as a Budget Analyst 2; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.

 

Additional Requirement: 

  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Legislative, regulatory, or budget analysis experience at the county, local, state, federal, or nonprofit level.
  • An understanding of the policy or bill making process 

 

How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 

 

Veterans: 

 

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

 

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. 

 

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.