Senior Fiscal Analyst (FA3)

Initial Posting Date:

06/25/2025

Application Deadline:

07/13/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$6,123 - $9,409

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Fiscal Analyst (FA3)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - [Senior Fiscal Analyst/Fiscal Analyst 3]

As a Senior Fiscal Analyst, you will provide support to the Budget Planning and Analysis Unit, specific to the Central Services programs, including but not limited to the Director's Office, the Chief Operations Office, the Chief Financial Office, Human Resources, and the External Relations Division. You will perform a wide range of budget analysis activities, including project management in addition to budget monitoring and activities. Your primary functions will require thorough knowledge of state and federal budgeting and financial processes. You will also support management and staff through budget development, complex forecasting of cost impacts, and by ensuring that programs are supported by sufficient revenues by evaluating expenditures to budget. In this role, you will be an active participant in policy strategy development including the analysis of financial impacts of proposed policies. You will provide data that is used to affect the processes in meeting the agency mission and deliver the information to top agency, legislative, executive, and other governmental and non-governmental officials.

Additionally, the programs and budgets are often interrelated throughout the agency. You will need to demonstrate in-depth expertise on the programs and budgets that you oversee.

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The AA Salary Range for this position is between $6,123.00 to $9,409.00 per month.

Adjustments will be made for Work-Out-Of-Class if necessary. This is a Work-Out-Of-Class Job Rotation that is currently authorized for up to 18 months. OHA retains the right to end the Job Rotation assignment at any time.

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

Six years of progressively responsible experience that included the preparation, analysis, and administration of a budget or fiscal system. Experience must have included modeling and forecasting fiscal information.

*A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public or Non-Profit Management, Finance, Accounting or a related degree (such as Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration or other analytical or technical degree) may substitute for three years of the required experience. A graduate-level degree in any of the above areas may substitute for four of the six years.

Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal record and driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.

Desired Attributes:

1. Advanced Budget and Financial Analysis Skills

• Deep knowledge of state and federal budgeting processes
• Ability to develop, monitor, and adjust multi-program budgets
• Skilled in forecasting, cost analysis, and evaluating financial data for strategic decision-making

2. Strong Project Management Abilities

• Capable of leading and managing complex, cross-functional projects
• Effectively coordinates multiple stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables
• Brings structure and clarity to dynamic budgeting processes

3. Policy Analysis and Strategic Thinking

• Proficient in evaluating financial impacts of proposed policies
• Supports policy development with sound financial reasoning
• Aligns fiscal planning with agency mission and long-term goals

4. Communication and Presentation Skills

• Able to clearly communicate complex financial data to a non-technical audience
• Prepares and delivers reports to executive leadership, legislators, and stakeholders
• Builds persuasive narratives around budget needs and outcomes

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Works effectively with teams across HR, finance, operations, and external relations
• Understands how interrelated programs impact one another financially
• Navigates agency-wide dependencies with tact and coordination

6. Attention to Detail and Analytical Rigor

• Delivers high-quality, accurate budget documents and forecasts
• Identifies discrepancies and opportunities for cost optimization
• Applies analytical precision to support strategic and operational decisions

Preference Statement:

• Demonstrated commitment to professional development around cultural competence, diversity and inclusion and health equity.
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and querying large data sets.
• Experience interpreting and analyzing state and federal laws and guidance.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, and cover letter.

• Complete the online application
• Upload Resume
• Upload Cover Letter
• Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered
• Resumes, cover letters and all other documents must all be uploaded at one time. When uploading a resume, please upload any other documents in the same area/field. Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under "My Applications" and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans' preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
• This announcement is for 1 (one), Full-Time, Job Rotation, Classified Represented, Senior Fiscal Analyst 3 (Classification: Fiscal Analyst 3 position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is a Hybrid position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter Scott Lee at: scott.h.lee@oha.oregon.gov 971-372-1972.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details:

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.

• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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