DPS - THP - Budget Analyst - 1157

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107256andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionTHIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION AND IS SUBJECT TO RENEWALPLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?FOCUS=ApplicantGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform highly complex (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis work to support the Texas Highway Patrol Division (THP). Work involves coordinating budgetary activities, reviewing and analyzing operating budget, and providing technical advice and assistance on budgetary matters. Work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdfApplicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Oversee the development and evaluation of performance and workload measures. Evaluate, identify, and review quarterly performance measure reports required by Legislative Budget Board (LBB). Review current performance measures for short definition, purpose/importance, source/collection of date, method of calculation, data limitations, calculation type, and desired performance with current targets to ensure alignment with THP goals and objectives.2. Coordinate with Finance on all THP budgeting procedures, preparation, and reporting for involvement with Legislation Appropriation Requests (LAR), Internal and External Operating Budget (IOB and EOB), monthly forecasting reports, and all other requests made through Finance.3. Develop budget policies and procedures for THP Headquarters and Field Offices to comply with Finance and Procurement requirements.4. Examine operating budgets to determine whether funds have been appropriately allocated for THP during the IOB and LAR at strategy and index level.5. Provide advice, guidance, and assistance on financial planning and management. Identify ways to better utilize funds and staff, improvement in management accountability, and efficient means to reach program objectives to THP Assistant Director (A.D.), Deputy Assistant Director (D.A.D.), headquarters management, field budgetary management, and support staff.6. Prepare legislative appropriations requests and agency budget instructions for THP.7. Prepare fiscal notes and analyses of legislation for THP on any bill or joint resolution as it goes through the legislative process.8. Review the Detailed Financial Accounting Report (DAFR) for accuracy and identifies areas in which more appropriate use of funds can be made for THP.9. Study and develop budget formulas for appropriations requests by reviewing historical trends in THP operating expenses (salary, gasoline, overtime, and retirement trends) to create formulas using project costs to estimate appropriation requests.10. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policie .11. Perform other duties as assigned.GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS: Education - Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required. Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field is preferred.Experience - Minimum of two (2) years' progressively responsible experience in financial analysis and regulatory work.Substitution Note: Additional work experience of the type described, or other related education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis. Licensure and/or Certification - If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.Regulatory Knowledge - Must have extensive working knowledge of budget analysis and administration; cost estimating, financial planning, fiscal accounting, and management principles and procedures; governmental accounting, policies, procedures, laws, legal restrictions, and regulations pertaining to fiscal operations and funding. Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures.Interpersonal Skills - Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers. Must demonstrate DPS' core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.Organizational and Prioritization Skills - Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism.Presentation/Communication Skills - Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations to a variety of audiences and/or individuals.Analyti