NYS DIVISION OF THE BUDGET
Economic Development Budget and Policy Analyst
Economic Development, Environment and Energy Unit
Vacancy Notice #23-38
Advance your career in government finance, management and public policy at New York State Division of the Budget (DOB)!
About Us:
As an organization, we provide a critical link between government finance, policy and management, including developing, negotiating, and implementing one of the largest government budgets in the country.
From our office in the New York State's historic Capitol building, in Albany, NY, we impact all areas of public policy, offering an array of opportunities, including the potential to:
- Develop in-depth policy knowledge;
- Participate in coordinative roles, including reviewing legislation and managing the State financial plan; and
- Oversee State-led initiatives through efficient and effective performance management and procurement practices.
Our Work:
Work at DOB is high-impact public service, and Budget staff engage in a variety of work, including:
- Analyzing operations, finances, and program performance
- Developing budgetary and policy recommendations
- Evaluating proposed legislation
- Negotiating with legislative staff
- Forecasting revenue and estimating expenditures, monitoring trends
- Developing and implementing the Governor's initiatives
- Monitoring and managing program and project performance
Position Overview:
The successful candidate will be a member of a three-person team responsible for the State's economic development agencies, including the Empire State Development Corporation (ESDC), Department of Economic Development (DED), Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), and other various public authorities. Specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating all State Operations and Local Assistance aspects related to the economic development agencies, as well as organizing and tracking capital projects, and monitoring operations of the public authorities within the economic development portfolio.
Responsibilities of the Economic Development Budget and Policy Analyst include, but are not limited to:
- Oversee the implementation of nation leading high-tech projects, statewide small business assistance programs, NYS tourism, and workforce development initiatives.
- Analyze and develop high-level policy and fiscal recommendations for the Executive Budget.
- Track disbursements and staffing levels against fiscal and personnel plans.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of agency initiatives.
- Represent the Division of the Budget (DOB) in meetings with agency and authority fiscal and program staff.
- Draft legislation and bill memorandums
- Produce memos and papers for use by the Front Office and Executive staff.
- Work closely with Chamber, agency fiscal staff, and the DOB's Front Office.
Qualifications:
DOB seeks candidates who have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as outstanding written and oral communication abilities. Most candidates join our team through the Budget Fellow career track, which does not require a civil service exam. Starting salaries are based on education and experience:
Budget Fellow I: Salary of $53,404. Requires a Bachelor's degree.
Budget Fellow II: Salary of $58,477. Requires a Master's degree; OR, a Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience.
Budget Fellow III: Salary of $63,266. Requires a Doctoral degree; OR, a Master's degree and one year of relevant experience; OR, a Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience; OR, a Bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience including one year of relevant experience.
The successful candidate must have strong analytical, and writing skills, demonstrate and attention to the detail, possess good interpersonal skills, and have the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered for this or future positions with DOB, please complete the Online Employment Application and select "Budget Fellow" as the Title Applying For and "Economic Development" in the Professional Interests section. Applications are held in the DOB's resume database for three months, after which candidates may reapply to be considered for future opportunities..
If you require assistance in applying for employment with DOB, or if you have any questions about working for DOB, please contact personnel@budget.ny.gov.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The New York State Division of the Budget is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.
Executive Order 161
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.
Contact Info:
Human Resources Office
NYS Division of the Budget
State Capitol
Albany, NY 12224
personnel@budget.ny.gov