Fiscal and policy analyst i/ii/iii, grade n21, n25, n28

About the Position

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience:

• If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst I, Grade N21: $72,567 - $96,518
• If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst II, Grade N25: $85,937 - $124,595
• If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst III, Grade N28: $97,540 - $152,405

WHO WE ARE

About the Office of Management and Budget

At the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), we are at the forefront of strategic decision-making, driving initiatives that directly influence the quality of life in the County. By providing an objective, data-driven perspective on public and fiscal policy, OMB empowers the County Executive, County Council, and other partners to make informed, impactful decisions. Our work ensures that resources are allocated responsibly and aligned with key priorities, driving the effective operation of County government.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking highly skilled Fiscal and Policy Analysts to join our team. As an analyst, you will help shape the County’s financial and policy landscape by analyzing budgetary and programmatic decisions across a wide range of areas, such as public safety, transportation, human services, housing, economic development, and more. Your work will be vital in guiding the County’s operating and capital budget processes and ensuring alignment with broader strategic objectives.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Strategic Thinker: You can see the big picture and connect the dots between policy, finance, and community needs.
• Problem Solver: You thrive on complexity and can break down intricate issues to develop smart, effective solutions.
• Confident Communicator: You can take complicated data and turn it into compelling presentations for decision-makers and the public.
• Collaborator: You enjoy working across teams and departments, building relationships that lead to shared success.
• Detail-Oriented with a Drive for Excellence: You take pride in getting the details right while keeping your eyes on the strategic goal.

What You'll Be Doing

• Be a Trusted Advisor: Analyze and provide clear, actionable recommendations on budget requests and policy issues to senior decision-makers, including the County Executive and County Council.
• Drive Innovation: Develop forward-looking strategies that optimize the County’s operating and capital budgets, aligning them with long-term goals and immediate needs.
• Be an Honest Broker: Present data-backed insights at public hearings and forums, influencing policies that impact our community for years to come.
• Solve Big Problems: Collaborate with departments across the County to address complex challenges with creative, financially sound solutions.
• Engage with the Public: Be a bridge between government and citizens by providing transparency and answering questions about the County’s budget and spending.

Work Schedule:

This position may require occasional evening and weekend hours based on needs.

Telework:

This position may be eligible for limited hybrid telework after successful completion of probationary period.

Minimum Qualifications

If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst I, Grade N21:

• Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing and monitoring operating and/or capital budgets, including at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having budgetary implications.
• Preferred Experience: Two (2) years of experience in public sector budget development and policy analysis, particularly with Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets.

If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst II, Grade N25:

• Experience: Three (3) years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing and monitoring operating and/or capital budgets, including at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having budgetary implications.
• Preferred Experience: Three (3) years of experience in public sector budget development and policy analysis, particularly with Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets.

If filled at Fiscal and Policy Analyst III, Grade N28:

• Experience: Four (4) years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing and monitoring operating and/or capital budgets, including at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having budgetary implications.
• Preferred Experience: Four (4) years of experience in public sector budget development and policy analysis, particularly with Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets.

Required for ALL:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Equivalency: (1) An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. (2) Possession of a graduate degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required education and one year of the required experience. (3) Depending on the position in the Department of Finance, the following substitution may be made for the above experience: Two (2) years of professional experience performing financial analysis in at least one of the following areas: cash management, debt management, investments, economic development fund analysis and development, and economic and fiscal analyses, including at least one (1) year of experience analyzing and reporting on policy, management and programmatic issues having financial implications.

in-person assessment required to evaluate job-related competencies

Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences

Interview preference will be extended to candidates who demonstrate:

• Demonstrated experience reviewing, analyzing, and reporting on public sector budgets.
• Experience in preparing clear written reports on policy issues.
• Experience providing verbal presentations to government officials or organizational leaders.

All applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume as part of their application

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Government (MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov.

Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws. MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview. This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies. If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.