Budget Development Analyst in Wakefield

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

Strengthen the Present. Shape the Future.

Recruitment Range: $67,122 – $95,000 Annually

OSBM, as part of the Governor’s Office, is excited to announce the opportunity to join our Budget Development section as an Analyst. You will be joining a collaborative and driven team that partners directly with agency leaders across NC to shape meaningful outcomes. We offer real opportunities for professional growth. OSBM is a premier place to build your career while making a statewide impact.

As a Budget Development Analyst, you will:

• Evaluate agency budget proposals and develop evidence-informed recommendations for the Governor’s Recommended Budget.
• Review proposed legislation and advise leadership on fiscal and policy impacts.
• Perform in-depth program and fiscal analysis to identify fiscal and/or administrative issues and challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Monitor and evaluate program performance and identify opportunities to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Demonstrate curiosity and the ability to think critically to make connections that others miss and to use this skill to assist leadership, staff, and agencies to identify and solve problems.
• Work independently with supervision and to exercise discretion, demonstrate integrity, and maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain professionalism and develop strong working relationships with state agencies, legislative staffers, and external stakeholders.
• Work under tight deadlines while managing uncertainty, shifting priorities, and ambiguous situations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and accounting; budget and program analysis; and strategy and performance management and evaluation.
• Demonstrated skills in researching, analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing complex data, identifying findings, and making recommendations.
• Knowledge of how state budgets and legislation are prepared and executed.
• Proficiency in organizing and presenting clear oral and written reports using Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook).

Experience the Difference with OSBM:

• Competitive salary and leave benefits.
• Is committed to investing in its team through ongoing training and professional development and knowledge-sharing.
• Provides unique leadership and growth opportunities for motivated employees.
• Currently, hybrid positions require onsite work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at our downtown Raleigh, NC office. Employees may work remotely on Mondays and Fridays (optional). Hybrid schedule is subject to change.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, public policy or related field from an accredited institution and two (2) years of experience preferably in governmental accounting or budgeting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement: The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.