Employer: WSDOT
Job Description:
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT Capital Facilities Office is currently seeking a financial professional to fill a Budget Analyst 4 in Tumwater, WA. The Capital Facilities Budget Analyst is responsible for assisting the Budget and Financial Manager with the budgeting and financial activities of multiple statewide programs. Key responsibilities include budget planning and development, decision packages, fiscal notes, allotments, work order management, contracts, agreements, capitalization of facilities assets, and day-to-day financial transactions (i.e. payroll, travel, vendor/contractor payments). The mission of the Capital Facilities Office is to support agency employees and the travelling public by providing safe, reliable, and functional workplaces and public spaces. This position provides support for financial activities and operating budget for the program. This position plays an integral part in meeting our goals of excellent customer service, focus on employee needs, collaboration, and continuous improvement. It is also expected to conduct business by following our values of safety, people first, teamwork, professionalism, respect, and integrity.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Budget Analyst 4 will:
Provide statewide support for financial activities and operating budget.
Prepare budget, decision packages, and allotment requests and justifications.
Plan, develop, and maintain budget allocation models and biennial spending plans.
Analyze statewide historical spending trends and various other data to prepare budgets and to justify funding requests.
Develop, analyze, and distribute monthly expenditure report to organization managers; holds monthly meetings to communicate budget-related issues and ensures budget plan amounts are in alignment with actual expenditures.
Conduct research and prepare forecasts of future financial/business conditions using multiple scenarios.
Design strategic budget plans, anticipate and identify financial concerns, seek solutions, develop strategies to minimize budget inefficiencies, make critical independent strategic financial decisions, and make recommendations to the Budget & Financial Manager.
Serve as the subject matter expert for budgetary and fiscal activities related to the Capital Facilities program.
Develop and implement fiscal programs to enhance effectiveness, control expenditures, provides needed services, and assures compliance with the laws and policies.
Provide in-depth analysis, reporting, and problem solving for budget and other financial issues.
Prepare fiscal year-end and biennium closing adjustments and reporting.
Responsible for managing statewide WSDOT wireless leases; update leases at renewal, review payment terms, rent adjustments, termination clauses and exhibits under the lease agreement.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, one of the following options the following are required:
Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, or statistics AND three (3) years of budgeting or program analysis.
OR
Four (4) years of experience in budget, accounting, or program financial management field AND three (3) more years of work experience comparing and analyzing financial data, identifying issues or challenges, and trends; using critical thinking to provide important feedback and status reports; and problem solving to offer well thought out options for resolutions and next steps.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
Ability to analyze and interpret data, write clearly and concisely, deal practically and effectively with others in staff relationship, prepare professional reports, and work on a variety of tasks with frequent interruptions.
Ability to use multiple computer applications (Microsoft Office products); agency specific (TRAINS, CAPS, FIRS, COGNOS, and ARTS).
A strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment (daily, weekly, and monthly).
Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
Work independently with minimum guidance and seek out resources to complete the required task or project.
Experience composing decision packages and fiscal notes for the annual Washington State Legislative session.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. This includes the ability to interpret technical accounting procedures and communicate those to internal and external customers.
Able to effectively handle unexpected situations that arise and develop solutions to problems you encountered.
Important Notes
This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
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 occasional telework 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 of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
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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 via email.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at [email protected]. Please be sure to reference 24DOT-HQ-05004 in the subject line.
Contact Person:
Email: [email protected]
Location:
• Tumwater, , WA
Application Method: Apply Online
Base Pay: $67,380.00 - $90,624.00 /YR
