Position Information

NY HELPSNo

55-b/c EligibleNo

AgencyBudget, Division of

TitleBudget and Policy Analyst - Health Unit - Ref #EX-HE-04

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $59204 to $70139 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address NYS Division of the Budget

State Capitol

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12224

Job Specifics

Duties Description Advance your career in government finance, management, and public policy at the New York State Division of the Budget (DOB)! DOB develops, negotiates, and implements one of the largest government budgets in the country, which provides the fiscal roadmap for State programs, policies, and services.

We are seeking motivated analysts and critical thinkers to join our team. DOB analysts rely on their skills for creative problem solving, attention to detail, and comprehensive communication to respond to emerging challenges, identify and develop solutions, and ensure the fiscal health of the State.

The Public Health Team Section within the Health Unit oversees the non-Medicaid components of the Department of Health (DOH) budget. This includes more than 184 programs that span a wide range of health policy areas. The team assists with budget development and coordination, budget implementation, appropriations, workforce management, and various other assignments involving different aspects of health care finance.

Responsibilities
Budget and Policy Analysts at DOB are typically involved in:

•Developing in-depth knowledge of program areas, including detailed analysis of broader trends (e.g trends in the policy area, budgetary and spending trends, economic trends and implications, etc.), potential impacts on program operations, and collaborating with counterparts to understand agency and program operations, issues, and challenges.

•Drafting recommendations and materials to guide decision-making, including articulating nuanced issues, illustrating trends and projections, and synthesizing data.

•Managing the State’s Financial Plan including by projecting and monitoring spending trends, identifying challenges, and working with counterparts to mitigate fiscal risks.

•Coordinating various projects within DOB and among impacted agencies.

•Evaluating and participating in the development of programmatic and policy solutions aimed at addressing care and financing needs for vulnerable populations within the State.

Minimum Qualifications DOB seeks candidates who have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as outstanding written and oral communication abilities. Most candidates join our team through the Budget Fellow career track, which does not require a civil service exam. Starting salaries are based on education and experience:

Budget Fellow I: Salary of $59,204. Requires a Bachelor’s degree.

Budget Fellow II: Salary of $66,023. Requires a Master’s degree; OR, a Bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant experience.

Budget Fellow III: Salary of $70,139. Requires a Doctoral degree; OR, a Master’s degree and one year of relevant experience; OR, a Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience; OR, a Bachelor’s degree and three years of professional experience including one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications for our title series can be found on our Salaries and Career Paths page. Candidates for this position should demonstrate the following:

•Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

•Fluency in Excel formulas and functions, and other Microsoft applications.

•Strong written, visual, and verbal communication skills.

•Have an interest in health care finance.

The ideal candidate will have analytic ability and a willingness to learn. Key skills for this role include objectivity, flexibility, and adaptability.

All positions are located in Albany, NY, and weekly onsite work is required coupled with some remote work flexibility. Mandatory overtime may be required.

The posted salary reflects the starting salary range for this position. Individual salaries are based on relevant or transferrable experience and education. While the range is provided for transparency, starting salaries generally fall near the entry to midpoint of the range.

Additional Comments Benefits of Working at DOB

Learn about DOB’s benefits: including wellness perks; work-life balance programs; and learning and development opportunities on our Benefits and Perks page.

Experience of Working at DOB

Entry level analysts benefit from the knowledge and mentoring of seasoned staff while learning policy development and implementation. For more on what it’s like to work at DOB, check out DOB’s Employment video series.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position with DOB, please visit our Careers Page and select this title from the list of current opportunities, and then select ‘Apply Now’.

You may also complete a General Interest Application located at the top of the Open Positions page. By selecting your areas of interest, you will be considered for all current and future open positions at DOB. Applications will remain available for our hiring managers for 3 months.

If you require assistance in applying for employment with the DOB, or if you have any questions about working for DOB, please contact CareerOpportunities@budget.ny.gov.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Division of the Budget is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.

We are happy to provide religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires a reasonable accommodation, please send a request to Accessibility@budget.ny.gov.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name The DOB Personnel Office

Telephone

Fax 518-486-5617

Email Address CareerOpportunities@budget.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Division of the Budget

State Capitol

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12224

 

Notes on ApplyingBenefits of Working at DOB

Learn about DOB’s benefits: including wellness perks; work-life balance programs; and learning and development opportunities on our Benefits and Perks page.

Experience of Working at DOB

Entry level analysts benefit from the knowledge and mentoring of seasoned staff while learning policy development and implementation. For more on what it’s like to work at DOB, check out DOB’s Employment video series.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position with DOB, please visit our Careers Page and select this title from the list of current opportunities, and then select ‘Apply Now’.

You may also complete a General Interest Application located at the top of the Open Positions page. By selecting your areas of interest, you will be considered for all current and future open positions at DOB. Applications will remain available for our hiring managers for 3 months.

If you require assistance in applying for employment with the DOB, or if you have any questions about working for DOB, please contact CareerOpportunities@budget.ny.gov.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Division of the Budget is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.

We are happy to provide religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires a reasonable accommodation, please send a request to Accessibility@budget.ny.gov.