*Division Overview:* The *Central Services Division*(CSD) team works in partnership with agency divisions providing coaching on human resource policies and procedures, financial management and adherence to fiscal responsibility. We value and respect our fellow team members across the Montana Department of Justice. *Job Overview*: This position is a*Budget Analyst*in the Central Services Division of the Department of Justice. The position will be responsible for the Department of Justice budgetary lifecycle, from planning and development, to monitoring and compliance. The position must be able to conduct independent financial analysis and research and can provide technical assistance and review on program, statistical and financial matters. One must possess the ability to ensure contract compliance with state and federal conditions, guidelines, and individual grant requirements. Must have the ability to prioritize and successfully manage multiple projects at one time. The position is responsible for analyzing, evaluating, and forecasting expenditure and revenue data to identify complex issues. The ability to relay complex information to diverse audiences will be critical. The ability to create, interpret and manipulate multifaceted financial information will be necessary on a routine basis. Extensive personal contact with agency personnel, fiscal managers in other departments, legislators, auditors, attorneys, and federal agency contacts is expected. There may be times where this position will experience high levels of stress during peak workload periods such as increased demands created during legislative sessions and fiscal year end; may be subject to long and irregular hours, especially during legislative sessions or while working on special projects. Work is primarily accomplished in a normal office environment.** *Special Instructions*: The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks. Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered. Successful applicant(s) will be subject to: * Criminal History Fingerprint / Name-based Check * Driving History *HOW TO APPLY: * /To be considered for this position, you must attach a resume at the time of application/. Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”. _Your Resume_: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job. A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the resume to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson atTerese.Christianson@mt.govviaFile Transfer Service. To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office. Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous**State of Montana Benefits. * Medical, dental and vision coverage * Retirement plans * Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays * Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts * Employee Assistance Program State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This Organization Participates inE-Verify. Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply. **Title:** *Budget Analyst 2* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25140663*