Budget Analyst 1/2/3 - Fiscal

Budget Analyst 1/2/3•Fiscal  Salary $3,127.00•$6,136.00 Monthly Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Classified Job Number LDOE50383426-021826CN-Fiscal Department Education-State Activities Opening Date 02/18/2026 Closing Date 2/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS About this Job •This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA•Office of Fiscal Operations Job Focus Area This Budget Analyst position is located in the Office of School System Financial Services. This position serves as an analyst specializing in central allocation/award processing, allocation review and compliance verification, comprehensive reporting and analysis for all funds received an utilized by sub-grantees through awards from the Louisiana Department of Education. The duties of this position include specialized work relative to school finance issues including public school districts, Type 2, Type 3 and Type 5 charter school programs. The tasks performed by this position include program administration, programmatic review, program monitoring and extensive program evaluation and analysis. Candidates with the following skills and competencies are encouraged to apply:

Managing Budgets:

 The ability to plan, monitor, and adjust budgets to meet goals, ensure compliance, and promote financial transparency.

Thinking Critically:

 The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well•supported conclusions.

Using Data:

 The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.

Accepting Direction:

 The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

Managing Time:

 The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience in budget development or analysis, accounting, auditing, policy planning, procurement, contracts or grants management, project management, statistical analysis, or financial services; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:

As a Budget Analyst, the candidate will: Develop and prepare technical and complex allocations of funds for many various programs in effect in any given fiscal year Communicate with the data analytics staff to determine availability of data being used Perform analysis of data prior to using in calculations to identify anomalies Confer with department program managers and financial staff to resolve or identify potential budget problems. Maintain task calendar and work plan for projects, monitors stage of completion Provide technical assistance to recipients in the preparation and submittal of required forms, timelines, etc. Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) as assigned

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected.

Career Progression:

This position participates in a Career Progression Group.

As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Budget Analyst 1/2/3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Work Schedule:

Work days are Monday•Friday; work hours will be determined.

Compensation:

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. •Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire. Budget Analyst 2 (AS 614)

Hourly:

$19.30•$37.88

Monthly:

$3,345•$6,566

Annually:

$40,144•$78,790 Budget Analyst 3 (AS 616)

Hourly:

$22.10•$43.37

Monthly:

$3,831•$7,518

Annually:

$45,968•$90,210 Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities" page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact: Louisiana Department of Education•Human Resources PO Box 94064 Baton Rouge, LA 70804 ldoejobs@la.gov Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Employer State of Louisiana Address For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802