Class Code: 00723

90723

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –

HUMAN RESOURCES ENTERPRISE

BUDGET ANALYST 3

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs advanced journey level budget analysis work; performs related work as required.

The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.

WORK EXAMPLES

Reviews agency allotment requests based on authorized biennial budget; recommends adoption or modification of requests.

Maintains historical cost data and prepares charts, graphs and reports for budget administration and fiscal analysis.

Provides consultative budget and management analysis service to agency officials and their staffs regarding budget formulation, program operations and appropriations control; advises and assists assigned agencies concerning adherence to executive policies and legislative intent.

Conducts studies and surveys of organization, methods and procedures; prepares comprehensive reports of findings and recommendations.

Analyzes proposed legislation and policy revisions to assess budgetary impact upon new or existing programs; attends legislative budget hearings.

Assists in the development of standards and procedures for more efficient budget administration.

Gives guidance and direction to subordinate employees engaged in budget control and program activities.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Considerable knowledge of State budgeting and accounting procedures and policies.

Considerable knowledge of the operating programs, functions and objectives of the agency for which budget services are rendered.

Ability to analyze program and accounting details in order to identify and apply significant data in preparing budget projections, estimates and reports.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency representatives, employees and state officials.

Ability to make mathematical computations and cost estimates.

Ability to present facts and recommendations in a clear, concise and logical manner, orally and in writing.

Ability to apply budget activity circulars, instructions, memorandums and regulatory guides.

Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest or unethical behavior.

Works and communicates with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service.

Displays a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.

Responds appropriately to supervision. Makes an effort to follow policy and cooperate with supervisors.

Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals of the organization.

Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity. Fosters commitment and team spirit.

Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an accredited four year college with a minimum of twelve semester hours in accounting and three years of full-time paid employment in responsible technical level budget analysis or fiscal management work;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of full-time paid employment in responsible level budget analysis or fiscal management work for each year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four years;

OR

substituting one year of a successfully completed Master's degree program in Business Administration for one year only of the required experience;

OR

one year of full-time paid employment as a Budget Analyst 2 with the employing agency will be considered as qualifying experience.

Effective Date: 5-23-80 GC