Legislative Budget Office positions -- Missouri

Budget Analyst
The Legislative Budget Office [LBO], an independent, non-partisan staff of the Missouri General Assembly, seeks a budget analyst to focus on issues involving health care, performance budgeting, and dedicated funds. The incumbent will research and analyze current policy issues in those areas, and develop recommendations for consideration by state lawmakers. Specific tasks will include providing assistance in the annual development of 5-year cost projections for the MO HealthNet [Medicaid] program, and publication of a compendium of budgetary options that seeks to inform lawmakers about the fiscal implications of various policy choices.

Qualifications: Candidates should have a strong quantitative background and a Master’s degree in public policy, public administration, economics, mathematics, or a related field. Experience in policy analysis is strongly desired. Expertise in the use of spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel preferred) is essential. The position requires judgement and initiative in the analysis of a variety of budgetary data.

Salary: Commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications.

Forecaster
The Legislative Budget Office [LBO], an independent, non-partisan staff of the Missouri General Assembly, seeks a forecaster to apply statistical techniques to state tax and spending data. The incumbent will take a leading role in LBO’s efforts to develop baseline budget projections. The forecaster must be self-directed in the analysis of large quantities of fiscal information and will have broad discretion in determining how best to model future revenues and spending. In addition to constructing and maintaining those models, the employee will prepare periodic reports on the budget and economic outlook, evaluate executive branch revenue forecasts, and analyze monthly cash flows.

Qualifications: Candidates should have at least a Master’s degree in public policy, economics, or a related field. Must be familiar with quantitative methods, including econometric and timeseries analysis. Knowledge of forecasting (through coursework or work experience) is a prerequisite.

Salary: Commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications.

To apply to one of these positions, please send a cover letter (including salary requirements), résumé, a brief writing sample, and, if a new or recent graduate, unofficial academic transcripts to:

Daniel Kowalski
Director
Legislative Budget Office
Joint Committee on Legislative Research
Room 117-A, State Capitol
Jefferson City, MO 65101

fax: (573) 751-1476

Fulton Co - Program Evaluation Specialist II

The Office of the Fulton County District Attorney is seeking a Program Evaluation Specialist II to serve as its Criminal Justice Planner. Duties and responsibilities will include the formulation of program goals and strategies; the development of performance objectives and indicators; the preparation of program budgets; the evaluation of existing programs; coordination and integration of interdepartmental programs and the development of recommendations for program and operational improvements. Must possess the following skills: policy analysis; program development and evaluation; grant writing; training; survey design and analysis; presentations and reports; office administration; strategic planning; and supervision. Knowledge areas should include: criminal and juvenile justice; homicide and violent crimes; substance abuse treatment; community prosecution; alternatives to incarceration; criminal courts management; and budget administration. Must have a degree in Business or Public Administration; organizational development, finance or a related field (a Masters degree in Public Administration is preferred) and four (4) years experience in program evaluation, operations, planning and/or research; or an equivalent combination of education, experience and excellent writing skills, sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties listed. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Please email resumes to Denise Walton or mail to Denise Walton, Chief of Staff, 136 Pryor Street, S.W. , Third Floor, Atlanta , Georgia 30303. (posted 10/24/03)

Performance Auditor

STARTING SALARY: $48,506 to $57,610, DOQ

SALARY RANGE: $48,506 to $70,817 (grade 24)

Applications accepted until positions are filled

Minimum Job Requirements*

Applicants for this position must have a master's degree from an accredited institution in business or public administration, social sciences, accounting, industrial engineering, statistics, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree in one of these areas and at least one year of professional experience in auditing; program evaluation; or financial, management, or operations analysis. Applicants must have knowledge of quantitative and qualitative data analysis methods; knowledge of principles of effectiveness and efficiency; and strong writing, oral communication, and research skills. Applicants must be able to work well independently or on a team and be able to plan and organize work to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines. Applicants must be proficient in the use of word processing and spreadsheet software, and have familiarity with database software.

Licenses and Certificates

Employees in this position must be a Certified Internal Auditor or obtain the designation within 24 months of appointment. Substitution of other certifications will be considered depending on education and experience.

Duties of the Job

This classification is the first in a three-level series of performance audit positions in the City Auditor’s Office, which operates and reports independently of city management. This is a highly responsible position requiring exercise of judgment. Performance auditors plan and conduct performance audits in city government, including programs, functions, activities, contracts, and capital projects. Audits will typically assess whether programs and processes are achieving intended results, being conducted efficiently, and complying with laws and regulations. Projects may be sensitive and often include complex data collection and statistical analysis. Duties include conducting planning research and interviews, developing audit objectives and work plans, collecting and analyzing information, developing audit findings and recommendations based on analysis, drafting reports, reviewing reports for accuracy and quality assurance, and conducting follow-up reviews of previous audits. Performance auditors work under the direction of an audit manager. Audits are conducted individually or by project teams, depending on project scope and time constraints.

To Apply for This Position

Complete a city application online at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/atlanta/

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or physical/mental disability (except where physical requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification).

APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE DEPARTMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATION.

*The examination for this job will consist of an evaluation of applicant training and experience. The selection process will include an oral interview and an assessment of analytic and problem-solving skills as demonstrated in written responses to questions based on a case study. Applicants will also be requested to provide transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work and proof of certification if applicable. Offer of employment is contingent on background check and verification of qualifications.