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Legislative 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 South Dakota
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Legislative Fiscal Analyst South Dakota State Government Pierre, SD 57501
Resume@sdlegislature.gov
Posted/Updated:
Today Job Description Job ID:
37113 -Legislative Fiscal Analyst Agency:
Legislative Research Council Location:
Pierre, SD Closing Date:
September 16, 2026 The Legislative Research Council, the nonpartisan research and support staff to the South Dakota Legislature, is accepting applications for a permanent, full-time Legislative Fiscal Analyst . This position will be based in and work from Pierre.Salary Range:
The salary is $75,000 to $117,000. Actual starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience.Duties and Responsibilities:
Compiling data and researching public policy issues for legislators; Writing reports and other documents on the inner workings and fiscal condition of state government; Analyzing state agency budgets and presenting budget information to legislative committees; Staffing the Joint Committee on Appropriations, including acting as secretary for meetings; Drafting legislation, especially appropriation bills, and amendments; Developing effective relationships with legislators and agency personnel; Evaluating proposed legislation and ballot measures for potential fiscal impacts and preparing fiscal notes; Improving internal processes and systems and learning new skills and subject areas over the interim.Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree; preferred degrees include public or business administration, public policy, finance, economics, accounting, operations research, data science, or other advanced degree in a related field, such as law; Strong research skills, including the use of appropriate source materials and methodologies; Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, to convey information to legislators and the public; The motivation to gain knowledge and develop expertise in several skills and subject areas depending on the needs of legislators; The ability to work objectively and impartially with members of all political parties and independents; The ability to work cooperatively under pressure with legislators, colleagues, and state government staff; The ability to demonstrate Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint proficiency; The ability to work long hours, when necessary, and under tight deadlines; employees earn compensation time for extra hours worked.Application Process:
This position will remain open until filled. A first review of applications will occur on September 16. Applications must include a cover letter and resume and should be submitted online ( https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=4MG ) or by e-mail to: South Dakota Legislative Research Council 500 East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501E-Mail:
Legis.Resume@sdlegislature.gov