Budget Analyst 3

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Georgia Department of Public Health (GA) is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time salaried position. The salary for this role is $54,000.00 annually. The position is located at Macon - District 5-2 Hope Center, GA.

The job responsibilities include developing, preparing, analyzing, and revising large or complex budgets and supporting schedules for assigned organizations or program areas. The role also involves reviewing and analyzing budget program and policy issues, analyzing financial trends or proposed legislation, and recommending appropriate courses of action to management. The position may serve as a lead worker.

Minimum qualifications require an associate degree in accounting, business / public administration, or finance from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of fiscal analysis job-related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Budget Analyst 2 (FIP011) or equivalent position. Preferred qualifications include at least two years of experience in grant management financial experience, strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, proficiency in financial analysis and reporting, excellent attention to detail and accuracy, ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently, strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders, and knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements.

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and / or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance. Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.