Fiscal Analyst 3 - Maintenance Administration

Full Job Description

About WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Fiscal Analyst 3 to support the Eastern Region Financial Services Office and Maintenance Administration Office. In this role, you will provide critical support in the administration of regional fiscal operations, including budget analysis, work order management, inventory monitoring, and purchasing authority oversight. The top candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills to support accounting functions, administrative tasks, and budget management, contributing directly to WSDOT’s mission by assisting in the region’s fiscal operations.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Fiscal Analyst 3 will:

• Support the Region Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Budget Analyst in building the regional M biennial budgets and work plans.
• Analyze plans versus expenditures and MAP scores to adjust plans and budgets.
• Seek out grant opportunities and process applications for appropriate activities.
• Support maintenance areas with inventory and budget inquiries.
• Work with the Maintenance Manager, Budget Analyst, and HQ M budget staff to develop decision packages and process journal vouchers for new and existing infrastructure.
• Establish and maintain K work orders in TRAINS and classify them by responsible party.
• Monitor work order expenditures and coordinate with HQ Risk Management for collection from responsible parties.
• Review Consumable Inventory Activity Reports, identify trends or discrepancies, and provide training on efficient purchasing, storage, and usage of commodities.
• Assist Financial Services and Maintenance Administrative staff with accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Fiscal Analysis and Budget Management: Demonstrated ability to perform fiscal analysis related to accounting, budgeting, auditing, or financial management, including reviewing expenditures, analyzing trends, and supporting budget development or adjustments.
• Financial Systems and Data Accuracy: Demonstrated ability to enter, review, reconcile, and maintain accurate financial data using financial management systems, spreadsheets, or databases, ensuring compliance with policies and reporting requirements.
• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to analyze financial information, identify discrepancies or risks, and recommend appropriate corrective actions or process improvements.

Communication and Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to internal customers with varying levels of fiscal knowledge.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with managers, analysts, and staff to support operational and fiscal goals.

• Customer Service Orientation: Demonstrated ability to respond to fiscal inquiries, provide guidance, and support internal customers in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
• Work Organization and Accountability: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced or deadline-driven environment.
• Equity, Professionalism, and Workplace Conduct: Demonstrated ability to contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace through professional conduct, collaboration, and adherence to organizational values and policies.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to the above, the following are also required:

• Ability to occasionally travel to regional offices, maintenance facilities, or training locations to support fiscal operations.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Advanced Budget Development and Monitoring: Demonstrated experience supporting development, monitoring, and adjustment of operating or program budgets, including analysis of planned versus actual expenditures.
• Accounting and Financial Policy Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of governmental accounting principles, fiscal controls, and financial policies, including compliance with state or agency requirements.
• Financial Systems Proficiency: Demonstrated experience using enterprise financial systems, accounting software, or budget tracking tools to manage work orders, inventories, or financial authorizations.
• Training and Technical Assistance: Demonstrated experience providing fiscal guidance, training, or technical assistance to staff on budgeting, purchasing, inventory, or financial procedures.
• Accounting and Financial Management Knowledge: Knowledge of accounting, finance, business administration, or public administration principles relevant to fiscal analysis and financial management. This knowledge may have been gained through professional experience and/or formal education.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• Some travel within the region may be required to meet with employees, conduct business, attend or provide training, and visit remote maintenance facilities to support budget analysis and work plan adjustments.

In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.

For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.

• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer.

We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.

Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT).

For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.Contact UsFor inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Daisha.Jordan@wsdot.wa.gov .

Please be sure to reference 26DOT-ER-61195 in the subject line.