Budget and Policy Analyst - Transportation

Budget and Policy Analyst - Transportation

Department: Transportation & Transit Unit

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Albany, NY

Reporting To: John Walters

Compensation: $56,655 - $67,119 / year

Description

Advance your career in government finance, management, and public policy at the New York State Division of the Budget (DOB)! DOB develops, negotiates, and implements one of the largest government budgets in the country, which provides the fiscal roadmap for State programs, policies, and services.

We are seeking motivated analysts and critical thinkers to join our team. DOB analysts rely on their skills for creative problem solving, attention to detail, and comprehensive communication to respond to emerging challenges, identify and develop solutions, and ensure the fiscal health of the State.

The Transportation and Transit Unit (TTU) is responsible for the State's extensive transportation network including the Department of Transportation, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Department of Motor Vehicles, Waterfront Commission, Thruway Authority, public transit systems, bridge and port authorities, and rail and aviation systems. TTU’s portfolio covers a variety of entities that have different funding mechanisms and include a variety of State operations, capital, and aid to localities programs.

Responsibilities

Budget and Policy Analysts at DOB are typically involved in:

• Developing in-depth knowledge of program areas, including detailed analysis of broader trends (e.g trends in the policy area, budgetary and spending trends, economic trends and implications, etc.), potential impacts on program operations, and collaborating with counterparts to understand agency and program operations, issues, and challenges.
• Drafting recommendations and materials to guide decision-making, including articulating nuanced issues, illustrating trends and projections, and synthesizing data.
• Managing the State’s Financial Plan including by projecting and monitoring spending trends, identifying challenges, and working with counterparts to mitigate fiscal risks.
• Representing DOB in meetings with agency and authority fiscal and program staff.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications for our title series can be found on our Salaries and Career Paths page. Candidates for this position should demonstrate the following:

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Fluency in Excel formulas and functions, and other Microsoft applications.
• Strong written, visual, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and manage multiple priorities.

The ideal candidate will have analytic ability and a willingness to learn. Key skills for this role include objectivity, flexibility, and adaptability.

All positions are located in Albany, NY, and weekly onsite work is required coupled with some remote work flexibility. Mandatory overtime may be required.

Working at DOB

Benefits of Working at DOB
Learn about DOB’s benefits: including health and wellness perks; work-life balance programs; and learning and development opportunities at https://www.budget.ny.gov/employment/benefits.html .

Experience of Working at DOB
Entry level analysts benefit from the knowledge and mentoring of seasoned staff while learning policy development and implementation. For more on what it’s like to work at DOB, check out DOB’s Employment video series .

Notes on Applying

If you require assistance in applying for employment with the DOB, or if you have any questions about working for DOB, please contact CareerOpportunities@budget.ny.gov .

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Division of the Budget is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.

We are happy to provide religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires a reasonable accommodation, please send a request to CareerOpportunities@budget.ny.gov

New York State Division of the Budget

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