Legislative Fiscal Analyst

Summary

LEGISLATIVE FISCAL ANALYST

Office of Fiscal and Program Review

Maine Legislature

Augusta, Maine

The Maine Legislature's Office of Fiscal and Program Review, a nonpartisan staff office of the Legislative Council, is seeking applicants for a Legislative Fiscal Analyst position. Employees in this position work in our Augusta Office, are enthusiastic about supporting the important work of the Maine Legislature and conduct themselves in a highly confidential, professional and non-partisan manner.

Examples of Duties

• Performs research and analysis to estimate the fiscal impacts of proposed legislation, policies and budget initiatives for committees and legislators.
• Incorporates results of analysis in fiscal notes, reports and presentations.
• Communicates regularly with state agency staff and other affected parties regarding fiscal impact estimates and budget initiatives.
• Works independently and collaboratively to set priorities and complete assignments in a fast-paced environment, at the request of legislators, supervisors and other staff.
• Manages and tracks State budget initiatives and provides information upon request to the Appropriations Committee on budget matters in assigned policy areas.

Minimum Qualifications: A successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. The candidate will demonstrate excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy. Familiarity with state legislative and budget processes preferred.

Salary and Benefits: The salary range for the Legislative Fiscal Analyst level is $81,744 to $118,456. The bi-weekly dollar values of some State-paid benefits for full-time employees include $15.22 for dental insurance; 14.06% of employee's pay towards retirement; and, depending on the employee's annual pay, at least 85% ($508.90) of health insurance premiums. Initial year vacation and additional paid leave range from 4 to 8 weeks plus 13 paid holidays.

Some opportunity to work from home when the Legislature is not in session.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Submit online application, resume and cover letter on the job opportunities page of the Maine Legislature's website at Application questions may be directed to Amanda Goldsmith by phone at 207-287-1615.

Job Description

LEGISLATIVE FISCAL ANALYST

Office of Fiscal and Program Review

Maine Legislature

Augusta, Maine

The Maine Legislature's Office of Fiscal and Program Review, a nonpartisan staff office of the Legislative Council, is seeking applicants for a Legislative Fiscal Analyst position. Employees in this position work in our Augusta Office, are enthusiastic about supporting the important work of the Maine Legislature and conduct themselves in a highly confidential, professional and non-partisan manner.

Examples of Duties

• Performs research and analysis to estimate the fiscal impacts of proposed legislation, policies and budget initiatives for committees and legislators.
• Incorporates results of analysis in fiscal notes, reports and presentations.
• Communicates regularly with state agency staff and other affected parties regarding fiscal impact estimates and budget initiatives.
• Works independently and collaboratively to set priorities and complete assignments in a fast-paced environment, at the request of legislators, supervisors and other staff.
• Manages and tracks State budget initiatives and provides information upon request to the Appropriations Committee on budget matters in assigned policy areas.

Minimum Qualifications: A successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. The candidate will demonstrate excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy. Familiarity with state legislative and budget processes preferred.

Salary and Benefits: The salary range for the Legislative Fiscal Analyst level is $81,744 to $118,456. The bi-weekly dollar values of some State-paid benefits for full-time employees include $15.22 for dental insurance; 14.06% of employee's pay towards retirement; and, depending on the employee's annual pay, at least 85% ($508.90) of health insurance premiums. Initial year vacation and additional paid leave range from 4 to 8 weeks plus 13 paid holidays.

Some opportunity to work from home when the Legislature is not in session.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Submit online application, resume and cover letter on the job opportunities page of the Maine Legislature's website at Application questions may be directed to Amanda Goldsmith by phone at 207-287-1615.