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6-MONTH PART-TIME\/NON-PERMANENT<\/strong><\/p>\n
BUDGET ANALYST 1<\/strong><\/p>\n
Budget Office,\u00a0<\/strong>W<\/strong>DFW Director\u2019s Office<\/strong><\/p>\n
Natural Resource Building\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\nOlympia, Washington<\/strong><\/p>\n
Applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be held as qualified applicants are identified, the position may be filled and the recruitment closed. \u00a0Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application materials as soon as possible. \u00a0The first review will be March 22, 2021.<\/strong><\/p>\n
WDFW staff comprise a talented and passionate group of people dedicated to protecting Washington\u2019s Natural Resources.<\/p>\n
Our employees serve the public with integrity, we hold ourselves accountable to both the quality of our work, and the way in which we perform it.<\/p>\n
<\/div>\nThis is an opportunity to\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>gain experience as a budget analyst with the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife.<\/p>\n
Picture yourself<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0working in a dynamic work unit, learning agency processes and statewide systems that drive budget. Then applying that knowledge to assist with mission to preserve, protect and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities<\/p>\n
\u00a0With your experience,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>you will\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>learn governmental budgeting, WDFW specific systems, and be an active participant in process improvement efforts.<\/p>\n
The optimal candidate\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>is a team player with a strong work ethic that is eager learn and then apply that knowledge.<\/p>\n
We are seeking a candidate\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>who respects and values the opinions of others, creating an inclusive team environment where every member feels they contribute value to the WDFW.<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n
- Duties<\/dt>\n
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Our Part-Time Budget Analyst 1 Position Duties:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Upload internal allotments into state budget systems.<\/li>\n
- Use computerized systems to extract, summarize and evaluate fiscal data to create meaningful information.<\/li>\n
- Support senior budget staff, including assistance on fiscal note coordination, fiscal note entry, decision package development, and decision package entry.<\/li>\n
- Participate in ongoing process improvement efforts, including the development of budget policies, decision making exercises, and program mapping.<\/li>\n
- The opportunity to support a wide variety of business operations including habitat protection and restoration, fishery monitoring and production, game species management, capital construction projects, law enforcement operations, and general governmental services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
WORKING CONDITIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Work Setting, including hazards:<\/strong>\n
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- Standard office environment \u2013 with mandatory teleworking as long as required with COVID-19 restrictions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
- Schedule:<\/strong>\n
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- 20 hours per week, flexibility to establish workdays and periods within a standard Monday \u2013 Friday \u2013 8:00 a.m. \u2013 5: 00 p.m. schedule.<\/li>\n
- Workload demands may require work outside the assigned work hours and adjustment of work schedules.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
- Travel Requirements:<\/strong>\n
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- Virtual meetings are currently the standard practice.<\/li>\n
- Some in-state travel may be required in the future.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
- Customer Interactions:<\/strong>\n
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- Frequently interact with WDFW budget staff along with internal contract and fiscal staff.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n
- Qualifications<\/dt>\n
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Associate degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, statistics, or relevant field;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
OR<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Current or recent experience as a Budget Analyst 1 with the State of Washington;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
\u00a0<\/strong>OR<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Two years of qualifying experience in professional accounting, budgeting, finance, or public administration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
\u00a0<\/strong>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Bachelor\u2019s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, statistics, or relevant field;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Strong Working Knowledge of:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Demonstrated technical knowledge and skill in using Excel, spreadsheets, importing data from other sources, and create tables and graphs from spreadsheet data.<\/li>\n
- State financial systems, including Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS), Enterprise Reporting and OFM\/State rules and regulations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Developing allotments and tracking expenditures, submitting memo requests (Journal Vouchers) and managing contract\/grant close-out processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Ability to:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Work independently and as part of a team with people from all levels of the organization.<\/li>\n
- Absorb new information and understand and interpret verbal and written direction and question appropriately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n
- Supplemental Information<\/dt>\n
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Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
In order to successfully apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at\u00a0www.careers.wa.gov<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:<\/p>\n
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- A cover letter<\/strong>\u00a0describing how you meet the qualifications of this position. \u00a0(Generic cover letter will not be accepted).<\/li>\n
- A current resume\u00a0<\/strong>detailing your experience and education.\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Three (3) professional references\u00a0<\/strong>with current contact information.\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
IMPORTANT NOTES:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: \u00a0\u00a0https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-9-central\/form-i-9-acceptable-documents<\/a><\/p>\n
The Department of Fish and Wildlife\u2019s priority during the COVID-19 health crisis is to keep our staff, candidates, and the public safe. \u00a0We are hiring and encourage you to apply to open positions. \u00a0Many of our staff are currently working from home; we have transitioned to a virtual recruitment process, to include web-based interviews.<\/p>\n
JOIN THE WDFW TEAM:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Learn about our\u00a0agency<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>and the\u00a0perks<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>of working for WDFW!<\/p>\n
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field. \u00a0We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency\u2019s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of professionalism, accountability, empathy, integrity, service, and respect.<\/p>\n
WDFW employees may be eligible for the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Medical\/Dental\/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), \u00a0 Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, \u00a0 Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), \u00a0Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.<\/p>\n
UNION WFSE:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).<\/p>\n
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VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:\u00a0<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:<\/p>\n
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- Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to\u00a0RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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- Subject line should include recruitment number, position and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 \u2013 Veteran)<\/li>\n
- Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:<\/p>\n
- A current resume\u00a0<\/strong>detailing your experience and education.\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Developing allotments and tracking expenditures, submitting memo requests (Journal Vouchers) and managing contract\/grant close-out processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Bachelor\u2019s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, statistics, or relevant field;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
- Two years of qualifying experience in professional accounting, budgeting, finance, or public administration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
- Current or recent experience as a Budget Analyst 1 with the State of Washington;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
- Frequently interact with WDFW budget staff along with internal contract and fiscal staff.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n
- Work Setting, including hazards:<\/strong>\n