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PROGRAM & BUDGET ANALYSIS ADMINISTRATOR - DOWNTOWN, OAHU
State of Hawaii
Budget & Finance
Location
Hawaii, 96813-2437
Salary
Not specified
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading the planning, analysis, and oversight of state programs and budgets to ensure resources are used effectively and in line with laws.
The role directs teams, evaluates program performance, and makes recommendations on goals and funding priorities.
It's a good fit for experienced professionals with strong analytical skills who enjoy managing complex financial and operational processes in government.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
- Five and one-half (5-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in technical analytical work evaluating program effectiveness
- Experience in program analysis and evaluation, including statistical methods like cost-benefit analysis, break-even analysis, and regression analysis
- Experience in program planning, such as reviewing and evaluating program plans, budget requirements, and developing fiscal policies
- Experience in program budgeting, involving preparation of financial plans and application of performance evaluation standards
- Legal authorization to work in the United States as a citizen, national, permanent resident alien, or eligible under federal law
- Ability to supervise multiple levels of staff and use complex organizational management techniques
Full Job Description
Recruitment Number 26-0089This vacancy is a permanent full-time position with the Department of Budget & Finance.
THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 15 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.
PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
Salary: EM-08 $10,948 per month to ES-03 $19,149 per month.
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.
Requirements
Qualifications
Legal Authorization to Work:The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
Specialized Experience: Five and one-half (5-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional experience which involved as a primary emphasis, the performance of technical analytical work in the evaluation of operating programs to determine their effectiveness in achieving desired objectives.
Technical analytical experience for the purpose of these classes includes the following areas of concentrations:
A. Program Analysis and Evaluation. Program analysis and evaluation is the systematic organization of information in useful ways to assist in making better informed decisions by examining the probable costs and consequences of alternative courses of action. The experience must demonstrate familiarity with such statistical analytical methods and techniques as break-even, cost benefit and regression analysis, and business process modeling.
B. Program Planning. Program planning is that process by which an organization decides upon its objectives, selects the methods to attain these objectives, and subsequently measures the degree to which its objectives have been achieved. The experience must have involved direct participation in such activities as the review, analysis, and evaluation of program plans and budget requirements; preparation and recommendations in regard to program goals, policies, and priorities; development of fiscal policies and financial plans; development, establishment and application of work measurement devices and techniques and standards for the evaluation of program performance.
C. Program Budgeting. Program budgeting is that process by which organizations allocate funds to attain objectives. Qualifying experience and activities must have involved direct participation in the preparation and review of budgets and program plans for major programs. This includes appraisals and comparisons of various program activities in terms of their contribution to overall program goals and objectives; analysis of how and to what degree existing levels of resources such as human capital, equipment, materials, and funds are meeting program goals and objectives; how variations in increments of resources would impact upon program goals and objectives; revision of objectives, programs, and budgets in light of changing conditions and experience.
Applicants must possess Specialized Experience in at least two of the three areas of concentration above. Experience in each area of concentration must be for a minimum of six months to be creditable. Specialized Experience in the different areas of concentration can be gained concurrently.
At least one (1) year of the required Specialized Experience must have been at the fully competent level comparable to the Program Budget Analyst IV level in State service. In addition, the Specialized Experience must have included at least two and one-half (2-1/2) years of work experience in the determination of resource allocation and evaluation of programs.
The Program Budget Analyst IV conducts program analysis and evaluation, budget analysis and recommend funding levels for programs in the State's structure; conducts system studies; performs budget analysis work which regularly encompasses complex problems; assists in the formulation and execution of the budget for State programs; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Experience: One year of experience in supervising others engaged in program budget analysis work. Such experience must have included: 1) planning, organizing, scheduling, and directing the work of others; 2) assigning and reviewing their work; 3) advising them on difficult work problems; 4) training and developing subordinates; and 5) evaluating their work performance.
Managerial/Administrative Experience: Two years of experience managing a program of budgeting, program planning, analysis or evaluation which involved: 1) responsibility for identifying program goals and objectives and evaluating their attainment; identifying resource needs (staffing, materials, equipment); planning, organizing and coordinating program activities to attain program objectives within time, resource and budgetary limitations; developing procedures; and actively participating in policy determination, budget formulation and execution; and 2) active participation in, and major responsibility for the development, management, execution and coordination of policies and programs.
Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.
The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
Additional Information
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HERE for Important Information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.
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