Budget and Policy Analyst (EX-HE-01)

NEW YORK DIVISION OF THE BUDGET
Albany, New York United States  View Map
Posted: Aug 02, 2025
  • Salary: USD 56,655.00 - 67,119.00 per year USD
  • Salary Top:67119
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Administrative Analysis and Research
  • Job Description

    BUDGET AND POLICY ANALYST

    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 successful candidate will serve as a member of the Health Unit and will budget and assist in budget

    development and coordination, appropriations, and various other assignments involving health care

    finance; including the opportunity to conduct research and develop recommendations related to health

    care financing and the State’s health care reform agenda.

    The Health Unit provides opportunities to budget for various policy areas and state agencies including

    Medicaid, Nursing Homes, New York State of Health Exchange, Supportive Housing, Home and

    Community Based Long-Term Care, non-Medicaid components of the Department of Health (DOH), the

    State Office of the Aging, and the Office of the Medicaid Inspector General.

    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 the Division of the Budget (DOB) and among impacted agencies including Local Grants Management, Not-for-Profit advisory groups, and the Interagency Task Forces.

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

    • Working with staff from the Governor's Office, the Legislature, the DOH and other Units within DOB.

    Health Unit Salary: $56,655- $67,119 Reference #EX-HE-01

    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.

    • Ability to prepare, analyze, and effectively present fiscal information.

    • Demonstrate initiative in formulating constructive recommendations on issues.

    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.

    Benefits of Working at DOB

    Learn about DOB’s benefits: including health and wellness perks; work-life balance programs; and learning and development opportunities at https://www.budget.ny.gov/employment/benefits.html.

    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 or future positions with DOB, please complete the Online Employment Application and select “Budget and Policy Analyst” as the Title Applying For. Select “Health Policy” in the Professional Interests section for this specific vacancy. Applications are held in DOB’s resume database for three months, after which candidates may reapply to be considered for future opportunities. 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.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • New York State Division of the Budget
    • New York State Division of the Budget

    Advance your career in government finance, management, and public policy at the New York State Division of the Budget (DOB)! DOB is positioned in the center of New York State government and develops, negotiates, and implements one of the largest State government budgets in the country. Work at DOB is high-impact public service, with engagement in the full spectrum of policy areas. DOB’s fast-paced, dynamic environment is geared to respond to emerging challenges and improve government services for the benefit of New Yorkers.

    We are located in Albany, which has grown over the past four centuries from a small Dutch settlement on the Hudson River to New York State’s capital city in the heart of burgeoning Tech Valley. The State Capitol– the historic centerpiece of New York State – is home to the Budget Division.

    Our work demands strong analytic and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. Budget and Policy Analysts analyze State agency operations; develop budgetary and policy recommendations; evaluate proposed legislation; negotiate with legislative staff; monitor revenues and expenditures; and advise the Governor on fiscal matters.

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