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Fiscal Management Specialist 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, PAFull-time$53–81K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$53–81K/yr
Location
Harrisburg, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Fiscal Management Specialist 1 supports the Pennsylvania State Police’s agency budgets and fiscal activities. The role reviews financial information, prepares reports, monitors funds, and helps ensure accurate use of funds. It also develops budget requests, calculates projections, reviews requisitions and purchase orders, and processes adjustments. The position is full-time, based in Harrisburg, and does not offer telework.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Budget AnalysisFiscal ReportingBudget DevelopmentFiscal ProjectionsRequisition ReviewFinancial Management Systems

Qualifications

Financial Programs Trainee ExperienceParaprofessional Fiscal Administration ExperienceBachelor's in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Related FieldEquivalent Experience and TrainingPennsylvania ResidencyBackground InvestigationCJIS Compliance

Full job description

Salary $53,008.00 - $80,646.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-60876-08110 Department Pennsylvania State Police Division SP Fscl Mgmt Off Opening Date 10/20/2026 Closing Date 11/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 08110 Position Number 00025355 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit A3 Pay Group ST06 Bureau / Division Code 00205201 Bureau / Division Bureau of Staff Services/Fiscal Management Office Worksite Address 1800 Elmerton Avenue City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17110 Contact Name PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Are you ready to use your financial expertise to support law enforcement and strengthen community safety across Pennsylvania? As a Fiscal Management Specialist 1 with the Pennsylvania State Police, you will contribute to the planning and oversight of agency finances. This position gives you the opportunity to build strong skills in budgeting and fiscal analysis. Your efforts will help programs operate smoothly and effectively. Become a part of an organization that supports safety and community trust! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports the preparation, analysis, and monitoring of agency budgets and fiscal activities. Work involves reviewing financial information, preparing reports, and helping ensure accurate use of funds. As a Fiscal Management Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties: 1. Budget Analysis: Examine financial data, track appropriations, and monitor assigned program funds 2. Report Preparation: Develop and present fiscal reports for use by program staff and management 3. Request Development: Prepare budget request materials and rebudget documents for assigned areas 4. Projection Work: Calculate personnel and fiscal projections to support budget evaluations 5. Requisition Review: Review and approve requisitions and purchase orders for policy compliance 6. Adjustment Processing: Enter budget and expenditure adjustments into the financial management system as needed Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week 2. Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. 3. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 4. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008.00 (before taxes). 5. FREE parking! 6. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. One year as a Financial Programs Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 2. One year of experience in paraprofessional fiscal administration work, and a bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field; or 3. An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: 1. You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirement: 1. You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. How to Apply: 1. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). 2. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 3. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date*.* Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. 4. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 5. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,221 open Financial Analysis jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$53–81K/yr
  • Pennsylvania median$91–157K/yr20 salary ranges
  • US median$94–149K/yr858 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $67K, is 47% below the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($125K) — in the lowest quarter of Financial Analysis salary ranges in Pennsylvania.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 45 open Financial Analysis jobs in Pennsylvania and 1,221 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Financial Analysis postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 1,021 postings).
Education
580 of the 1,221 open Financial Analysis jobs (48%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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