Legislative Analyst

Summary Statement

A class incumbent performs full performance level fiscal and policy analysis performing comprehensive fiscal and policy studies to provide a continuous review of departmental operations. A significant aspect of the duties involves working closely with other employees throughout the State to provide technical assistance and visiting state agencies to develop information concerning management of programs.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Works with State agencies to develop major components of operating budgets to insure funds requested and allocated are justifiable and expended according to the Budget Act.
• Performs a variety of studies to assist in determining determine costs and provide justifications for budget requests and/or supplemental appropriations.
• Participates with a variety of committees, serving as a resource person to insure proper information and input is given committee members in their deliberations regarding budgetary/legislative matters.
• Provides revenue/expenditure forecasting to enable appropriate decision makers the opportunity to make future budgetary/legislative decisions based on future expectations of the State's financial conditions.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Legislative Analyst Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Public Administration, Business, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Knowledge of financial administration such as comprehensive analysis of programs, budgets, projects, services, alternatives, and costs; financial planning, revenue generation, revenue forecasting, expenditure forecasting, cash flow management and establishing internal control.
• Knowledge of developing and analyzing public policies and monitoring fiscal impact.
• Knowledge of analyzing legislation.
• Knowledge of making recommendations for continuation or changes to operations, programs, services, policies or procedures based on findings.
• Knowledge of using standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets or databases.
• Knowledge of narrative report writing.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov .

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com .

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email [email protected] .

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.