Health & Human Services Commission

The Budget Analyst is selected and supervised by the DRM Manager with the approval of the Director of DRM. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Duties include highly complex budget preparation and analysis work, such as providing subject matter expertise in specific areas of budgeting, including contracts, payments, employee travel, purchasing, methods of finance verification, error corrections and DDS operating expenses. Reviews Social Security Administration (SSA) and HHS policy and procedure changes for DDS impact including identification of any DDS changes necessary for compliance. Analyzes monthly operating budget reports to ensure appropriateness of allocated funds and expenditures. Prepares ad hoc budgetary reports for special projects. Assists in the preparation of requested reports. Serves as primary backup for the DRM Manager. May supervise the work of others. Performs other job duties as assigned to maintain efficient DDS operations. This position occasionally requires work during the weekends, holidays, and before or after normal business hours. Some travel may be required. DDS employees perform all business functions for SSA, using the federal SSA network and equipment. Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12 security clearance is required. Essential Job Functions: Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Prepares and maintains reports, including annualized expenditure data on the state, federal and calendar fiscal years, monthly/special ad hoc reports to comply with HHS, SSA and Internal Revenue Service reporting requirements. Provides subject matter expertise in the areas of contractor activity data and purchase vouchers, CAPPS Financial, Management Information Reports, budget appropriations, state travel activities, costs, SSA/HHS policy and procedure changes for DDS impact, through the use of Microsoft Excel and Word software to analyze, plan and prepare estimates of expenditures, staffing and workload data. Establishes standards for customer-focused communication and coordination within areas of responsibility and with all internal and external associates and customers. Assists with the preparation of the DDS annual operating budget, legislative appropriation request and performance measure reports, by coordinating with HHS budget staff and DDS management to ensure understanding of and compliance with budget guidelines and reporting requirements. Advises management and staff of budget appropriations where action is required to remain within the state and federal budgets. Knowledge Skills Abilities: Knowledge of accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices, and procedures; of forecasting methodologies; of automated accounting, budgeting and forecasting programs and of performance measurement and reporting. Knowledge of LAR and state contracting procedures. Skill in computer operations and in using applicable computer software. Skill in presenting findings and conclusions in a specific, concise, and understandable manner. Skill in exercising independent judgment, completing complex work within designated deadlines with a high degree of accuracy with minimal supervision. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, other DDS, HHS, SSA employees and the public. Ability to analyze fiscal management information to determine appropriate use of funds, to perform statistical analyses, to identify / develop budgetary reports and schedules, to analyze management problems and develop and present solutions, to communicate effectively, and to supervise the work of others. Registration or Licensure Requirements: None Initial Selection Criteria: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two years experience in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis. Experience in computer operations and in using applicable computer software. Experience with annual operating budgets and federal budgetary processes. Exhibits a stable work history. Additional Information: Applicants may not have a history of substantiated fraudulent activity against HHSC or any programs it administers. Applicants who have a non-fraud overpayment with an outstanding balance must agree to repay the overpayment balance as a condition of employment. This position occasionally requires work during the weekends, holidays, and before or after normal business hours. Individuals selected for positions with the Disability Determination Service (DDS) will go through a complete federal background investigation. A suitability determination by the Social Security Administration is necessary to determine whether an employee can be issued credentials in order to have access to Social Security disability data, records, and systems. The job offer is contingent upon a full suitability clearance through SSA. HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form. Applicants will be assessed through a panel interview. Consideration will be given to filling additional vacancies that occur during this posting period. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits, follow HHS salary administration policy and guidelines and based on the candidate's qualifications. MOS Code: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but are not limited to: 36B, LS, SK, 3451, 6F0X1. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information, see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk on HHSC’ Veterans Resources page, State Mandated Requirements (Excel Spreadsheet link).

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HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. APPLY HERE:  Budget Analyst III