Work Locations: 1701 NORTH CONGRESS AVENUE, Austin, TX 78701

Job: Business and Financial Operations

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

State Job Code: 1159

Salary Admin Plan: B

Grade: 26

Salary (Pay Basis): 6,377.50 – 8,257.00 (Monthly)

Number of Openings: 1

Overtime Status: Exempt

Job Posting: Oct 28, 2024, 8:58:10 AM

Closing Date: Ongoing

Description

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.

Core Values:
• We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.
• We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.
• We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
• We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.

New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum of the salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Budget and Planning Division in the Office of Finance is hiring for a Budget Analyst V. The position performs highly advanced (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis work. The work involves overseeing the planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating of budgetary activities and preparation of required state and agency budgetary reports such as the Legislative Appropriation Request (LAR) and Itemized Operating Budget (IOB) to ensure compliance with the General Appropriations Act and other applicable state and federal statutes. It also includes examining, monitoring, analyzing, and reviewing operating budgets, Time and Effort, and Position Control and providing technical assistance to TEA staff on budgetary and personnel matters and ensuring external reporting is completed timely and accurately. This position reports to a Budget Manager and works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.

Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.

1. Team Management and Supervision:supervises, assigns, and monitors the work of the Budget Team and ensures completion of tasks within established deadlines; sets performance standards; conducts employee evaluations; trains or coordinates staff development; and counsels staff regarding work rule violations
   2. Reporting and Analysis:oversees, prepares, reviews, and analyzes financial and personnel reports related to general revenue, federal funds, reimbursements, fees, appropriated receipts, and other fund areas as assigned; determines appropriate use of funds, develops and communicates solutions communicates financial and personnel data clearly and concisely to customers; participates in collecting, organizing, analyzing, and preparing ad hoc reports requested by multiple stakeholders; establishes work methods and priorities and determines methodologies and techniques for performing budget evaluations
   3. Budget Management Support: oversees and coordinates tasks associated with budgetary projects and processes including the Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR), Base Reconciliation, Itemized Operating Budget (IOB) and Annual Operating Budget, reconciliations, financial data generation and reporting; serves as backup Time and Effort and Position Control budget analyst
   4. Analysis: determines methodologies and techniques for analyzing the operating budget; participates in the legislative bill analysis process for proposed legislation each biennium by liaising with divisions to ensure completion; reviews and analyzes cost estimates; ensures timely submission of assigned cost estimates into the Legislative Budget Board’s Fiscal Note System (FNS)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
• Experience: At least five [5] years of experience in budget preparation and analysis, budget management, and/or budget development using budgetary systems at a State of Texas agency.
• Substitutions: Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
• Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
• Advanced knowledge of budgetary, accounting, financial concepts and management principles and practices
• Proven budgetary experience using CAPPS, USAS, and ABEST systems
• Advanced analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• Skill in analyzing financial information as well as bringing forth viable solutions
• Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision while following limited oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with an emphasis on customer service
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with an ability to manage multiple projects at once; able to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment while meeting deadlines
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office applications including advanced use of Excel (pivot tables, formulas, and macros)
• A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve
• Fast learner who thrives in a high-performing environment and a self-starter with an outcomes-based management approach
• Position management experience at a state agency is highly preferred
• Supervisory or team lead experience is highly preferred
• A degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred

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As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference.

To review the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the State’s Position Classification Plan (provided by the State Auditor’s Office), please access the Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) Guide and click on the military “occupational category” that corresponds with the state classification in this job posting title.

This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency.

No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Please add “capps.recruiting@cpa.texas.gov” and “@tea.texas.gov” to your safe senders list to ensure you receive email notifications from our talent acquisition team and/or hiring division regarding your candidacy.