Location
Hartford, CT | United States
Job description
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The Connecticut General Assembly's nonpartisan Office of Fiscal Analysis is seeking a full-time quantitative, fiscal analyst responsible for providing technical and professional support to the state legislature in the formulation and monitoring of state budgets and public policy. Primary responsibilities include: (1) the review and development of legislative proposals impacting appropriations or revenues on assigned topics; and (2) preparing written analyses of the fiscal impacts of legislative proposals. The fiscal analyst serves as the focal point for tracking and analyzing changes to assigned budget accounts throughout the legislative process. It is expected the analyst develops and maintains expertise in assigned policy areas.
Preferred Skills and Ability: Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills are necessary, along with superior writing and communication abilities, in addition to the following: 1) ease with working quickly under pressure; 2) a high level of computer proficiency, with an emphasis on fluency in Microsoft Excel and Word; and 3) solid analytical skills, including the ability to distill large volumes of data from various sources into cogent analyses. The capacity to effectively exercise independent judgment is needed to succeed in this position.
The successful candidate's salary would be commensurate with relevant experience or educational achievement. A robust fringe benefits package is included. This is a state position.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in a relevant field such as public administration, public policy or economics is preferred, along with quality experience in fiscal analysis, data analysis and budgeting. New Graduates encouraged to apply.
Supplemental Information This is a full-time position, Monday thru Friday in Hartford, with the need for flexibility and overtime hours during the legislative session. Position is expected to begin in late May.
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