Budget Analyst I

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Hiring Agency: Legislative Council - Agency 3

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $38.798

Job Posting: JR2026-00030200 Budget Analyst I (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 11-13-2026

Job Description: Under the supervision of the Legislative Fiscal Analyst or a designated Program Analyst, the Budget Analyst I performs budget and program analysis of assigned state agencies. Assigned agencies for this position largely focus on revenue and taxation and an interest in these areas is preferred. The salary range for this position is $38.798/hour ($80,700/year) up to $43.643/hour ($90,777/year).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive budget and program analysis of assigned state agencies.

Discusses budget requests and potential issues with agency staff.

Prepares and presents budget analysis and other information to the Appropriations Committee.

Prepares appropriation bills and amendments.

Researches the fiscal impact of legislation, prepares fiscal notes and tracks bills with fiscal notes for follow-up.

Prepares special reports and answers requests made by senators, as assigned.

Consults with and responds to questions about the fiscal impact of legislation from legislative staff and external stakeholders.

Contributes to the budget summary report and other division publications, as assigned.

Other duties and responsibilities may include

Reviews grant requests and contracts

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

Two years of experience in a relevant government or research position. A relevant graduate degree may substitute for two years of experience.

Knowledge of the structure and operation of state government and the Legislature, the legislative process and the appropriations process.

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with senators, legislative staff, stakeholders and the public.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including concisely summarizing complex data.

Ability to work independently, organize and manage work and maintain confidentiality.

Ability to use computer applications, including spreadsheets and databases.

Ability to produce quality work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.

Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule including working nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education in research methodology, statistics, accounting, data processing, economics, public administration or budgeting.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of remaining in a stationary position and working on a computer.

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