Senior Budget Analyst

Who We Are Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work! To learn more about DCY, please visit our website at Department of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov. Location Requirements: DCY’s core hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00 a.m. and as late as 9:00 a.m., based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY’s office space. What You'll Do As a Budget Analyst with the Ohio Department of Children and Youth, you will play a critical role in managing public funds that support programs serving children and families across Ohio. You will be responsible for budget development, financial forecasting, grant and fund management, expenditure monitoring, and fiscal reporting. This position provides financial expertise and strategic recommendations to support agency operations, regulatory compliance, and effective management of state and federal resources. Key responsibilities include: Develop and monitor operating and capital budgets, allotments, and appropriations to support agency programs and priorities. Prepare biennial budget requests, annual allotments, and other budget-related submissions. Analyze financial, programmatic, and historical data to develop budget recommendations, funding estimates, and cost projections. Monitor federal grants, awards, contracts, and reimbursements to ensure compliance with budgetary and funding requirements. Prepare financial reports, budget projections, and required documentation for federal and state agencies. Reviewing and approving purchasing requests in OhioBuys. Utilize OAKS, OhioBuys, Excel, and other financial and analytical tools to manage data, track performance, and support fiscal operations. Collaborating with program staff, leadership, the Office of Budget and Management (OBM), Legislative Service Commission (LSC), the Department of Job and Family Services (JFS), and other stakeholders. Identifying budget risks, audit concerns, compliance issues, and financial trends that affect agency programs. Pay Information: Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below. Months of Employment At Hire 6 Months 18 Months 30 Months 42 Months 54 Months 66 Months 78 Months 90 Months Pay Range 33/ OCSEA Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Hourly $34.53 $36.20 $38.01 $39.86 $41.81 $43.90 $46.00 $48.28 $50.66 Annual $71,822 $75,296 $79,061 $82,909 $86,965 $91,312 $95,680 $100,422 $105,373 Additional Information Visa Sponsorship: The Ohio Department of Children and Youth does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship. Supplemental Questions: All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application. Selection Process: Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicants with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicants with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period. Travel Requirements: Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license. Background Check: The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.