Public Service Coordinator I - Budget Analyst

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$66,206.40–$94,057.60

SKILLS

Accounting, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Business Administration, Detail Oriented, Economics, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Policies, Financial Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Funding, Leadership, Multitasking, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Problem Solving Skills, Program Evaluation, Proposal Development, Public Administration, Public Finance, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Work From Home

LOCATION

Augusta, Maine

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Today

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Office of the Budget

Opening Date: May 22, 2026

Closing Date: June 08, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 28 / Confidential

Job Class Code: CA28

Salary: $66,206.40 - $94,057.60/Annually

Position Number: 016100316

Location: Augusta

Telework: Available

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

OVERVIEW:

The Maine Bureau of the Budget is seeking a skilled financial analyst to support statewide fiscal planning and policy analysis. As a Budget Analyst, you will play a key role in analyzing budgets, forecasting financial trends, and supporting data-driven decision-making for assigned policy areas and state agencies. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex financial and policy issues that directly impact the State of Maine's strategic priorities and long-term fiscal planning.

This position is based in Augusta. On-site work is required during the initial training and onboarding period. Following demonstrated successful performance and progression in the role, a hybrid schedule with limited remote work may be authorized.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Conducting budget analysis, financial forecasting, and fiscal modeling
Evaluating program funding requests and analyzing financial impacts
Researching revenue and expenditure trends to support strategic planning
Preparing budget recommendations and reports for leadership
Collaborating with agencies to develop budget proposals and identify financial solutions
Performing special studies and analyses related to state programs, funding structures, and emerging fiscal issues

This role is well suited for a candidate who enjoys analytical problem-solving, interpreting financial data, and translating complex information into actionable recommendations. The successful candidate will be adaptable, intellectually curious, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

The Budget Analyst is also expected to:

Contribute to a collaborative and professional team environment
Apply critical thinking, sound judgment, and creativity to financial analysis
Build effective working relationships across departments and agencies
Demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and strong attention to detail
Uphold the Bureau's standards of integrity, accountability, and public service excellence

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field, and four (4) years of professional experience in budgeting, finance, economics, or business administration.
Equivalent related experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. A master's degree in the fields listed above may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

Experience using State accounting and budgeting systems.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume. In your cover letter, please clearly describe how your experience and qualifications align with the responsibilities and expectations of this position.

In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I leadBBTECH_RESERVED_CHARQUO

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