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State of Wisconsin - Transportation
Transportation Fiscal Analyst
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A Fiscal or Budget Policy Analyst provides expertise on public fiscal and budget policy issues. Gathers background information on issues and tracks legislative initiatives. Works with or advises elected officials, non-profit organizations and interest groups involved with the legislative process.
$124,566 / year median in Wisconsin
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Introduction Help manage the funds of highway improvement programs as a Transportation Fiscal Analyst 1 with the Division of Transportation Investment Management (DTIM)! This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms State Office Building in Madison, WI at least 2 days per week. One preferred in-office day on Tuesdays. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are generally expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview. WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year. Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment) A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan Well Wisconsin Wellness Program A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package! In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work. Position Summary In this critical role, you will be responsible for managing the application of funds in various highway improvement programs that encompass in total over $1 billion dollars in let contracts annually and is allocated among 50 different appropriations. You will provide policy analysis, program evaluation and impact assessment related to highway programming and financing to management and program managers in DTIM and other divisions within the Department. Specifically, you will be responsible for monitoring state and federal highway funding related to State Highway Improvement Programs, including monitoring funding levels of multiple state and federal funding categories, detailed analyses related to state and federal highway funding, and ensuring that all Chapter 20 state and federal appropriations are not exceeded within a given year to ensure positive year-end authority balances. Lastly, you will also be responsible for assisting in the financing of let projects, working with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to authorize federally funded projects. This position is critical to the division's programming activities because it must ensure that all funds are spent annually, which affects the Department's eligibility for additional federal aid. Work products are unique, professional analyses and recommendations which are used by management in determining various funding scenarios for the Department's improvement program financial plan. Salary Information This position is in schedule-range (07-03) with an annual salary of $74,880-$79,269, plus excellent benefits . A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. Job Details This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking