Budget Analyst 3

Description Application Review will begin on May 14, 2025. You are encouraged to submit your application materials as soon as possible. First interviews will be In-person beginning on May 23, 2025. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time. Gambling Commission Career Opportunity The Gambling Commission’s Business and Financial Services (BFS) team is looking for someone to fill a one-year non-permanent, Budget Analyst 3 . This is a part-time position that will work 20 hours per week. It reports to the Chief Financial Officer and is located at our Headquarters in Lacey, Washington. A flexible work schedule and/or telework will be considered at the incumbent’s request, subject to supervisory approval. Leading the budget and allotment processes, this position is responsible for the development of the agency budget, preparing revenue projections, monitoring expenditures against allotments and providing regular updates to agency leaders. BFS provides support for agency priorities through quality financial and operational management including budgeting, contracting, grant management, fiscal monitoring, purchasing, and accounting services. Additionally, BFS is responsible for ensuring financial compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and reporting requirements. If you are ready to contribute your expertise to a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Who We Are Our mission is to protect the public by ensuring that gambling is legal and honest. The Gambling Commission is a state accredited, limited-jurisdiction law enforcement agency and is the second oldest gambling regulatory agency in the country. We are the only statewide agency that licenses and regulates an estimated $3.5 billion per year gambling industry. Why Join Our Team If you are interested in working in an environment where employee voices matter and employees are recognized for their contributions, this may be the agency for you. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive work environment. As a Washington State Agency, We Offer Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups that bring together groups of employees with a common interest or characteristic. Professional development opportunities. Educational and career development aid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility. A comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of you and your family. Beyond the traditional benefits such as Health, Life Insurance, Retirement, and related benefits, we offer Flex Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Assistance, Deferred Compensation and so much more. To learn more about our agency, we invite you to visit our website or watch why you should join our team. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Note: We are evolving from degree/years of experience to skills-based qualifications, we encourage all people who believe they possess the skills/abilities below to share how within their online application and cover letter. Advanced knowledge of and experience with Washington state agency accounting and budgeting*, including: Biennial budget processes Washington State agency chart of accounts (revenue and expenditure) Revenue receipting, reconciliations, and adjustments Goods and services expenditures State financial systems (Agency financial Reporting System (AFRS) and Enterprise Reporting, including transaction analysis, data entry, research, and adjusting entries Fiscal year and biennium closing Advanced knowledge of state policies and laws (i.e. State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM), Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Code) * Experience researching and applying Washington state accounting-related regulations, rules, procedures, and policies. Ability to review, analyze, and interpret Washington state revenue, expenditure, and general ledger transactions and balances* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to articulate complex information in easily understandable terms and make presentations to senior leadership and external parties. Basic Microsoft Word skills; Insert graphic objects and visual effects to a document; add tables to a document or convert tables to text; add watermarks, borders, headers, and footers; use the word look up (thesaurus, dictionary); customize tables and charts; modify pictures in document; create customized graphic elements; use templates. Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills; use advanced formulas; organize tables and worksheets; create and modify charts; create forecast workbooks using formulas such as VLOOKUP, SUMIF, COUNTIF, etc.; insert and modify graphic objects in a worksheet. Basic Microsoft Outlook skills; able to compose email messages; send and respond to messages; organize email to folders; create contact information; schedules appointments and meetings. This experience is typically acquired through four or more years of accounting work with a Washington state agency; however, a specific number of years of experience is not a requirement. Desired Qualifications Understanding/experience with Washington’s Budget Works (salary projection and allotments systems) Intermediate Microsoft Word Skills; Insert graphic objects and visual effects to a document; add tables to a document or convert tables to text; add watermarks, borders, headers and footers; use the word look up (thesaurus, dictionary); customize tables and charts; modify pictures in document; create customized graphic elements; use templates Basic Adobe Acrobat skills: able to merge documents, edit and redact existing documents. Basic PowerPoint skills: utilize templates to create presentations, add speaker notes, insert images and graphs Required Competencies Critical Thinking Analysis Accountability Computer Skills Fiscal Accountability Analysis of Financial Reports Workload Management Adaptability/Flexibility Written Communication Interpersonal Influence Confidentiality Communication and Collaboration Customer Focus Professionalism and Integrity Diversity, equity, and inclusion: knowledge and understanding of and commitment For a copy of the position description, please email recruitment@wgc.wa.gov Supplemental Information The Washington State Gambling Commission is a licensing, regulatory, and law enforcement agency. Applicants must be willing to undergo and be able to pass an extensive background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, credit check, and fingerprinting. Information obtained from background checks will not necessarily preclude employment. If hired, employees must adhere to the agency policy of prohibiting employees from serving as officers or managers of any corporation or organization that conducts a gambling activity. Employees may not participate in any licensed gambling activities within the state of Washington. How To Apply Interested? We would love to hear from you. Click the Apply button at the top of this page to start your application. In your submission, please include the following: A complete application. Applications that do not provide work history detail or say “see resume” may not be reviewed. An introductory letter that addresses your interest in the position and how experience has equipped you with success in the ability to perform the responsibilities described in this announcement. Three professional references with current contact information as part of your application. A professional is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates. Note: As part of our hiring process, we require an employment reference for the preferred candidate from their current or most recent supervisor. If the preferred candidate is a current or recent state employee, we will also review the personnel file as part of our process. References are typically contacted after interviews. General suggestions for creating a good application packet Make sure your application and supplemental question responses address how you meet each of the required and desired qualifications. Carefully read each of the supplemental questions and respond completely to each one. Pay attention to each component of the question, providing examples, and thoroughly describing when and where you achieved the experience. Detail the types of work you performed, the work products, etc., to demonstrate 'how'. Specifically include all of your work experiences doing the same or similar work, especially if you reference work in these jobs in describing when/where you gained experience or skills. Make sure your application reflects your best writing. Do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or, if applicable, rules of promotion. The initial screening will be based on the content and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. Applications with comments such as "see attachments" or "N/A" in the supplemental question responses will be considered incomplete. The Washington State Gambling Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternative format should provide contact information via to recruitment@wsgc.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. For questions regarding this recruitment announcement, email us at recruitment@wsgc.wa.gov or call Christie Harris @ 360-252-9964. More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read About Our Benefits The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement And Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information . Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave. Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave. Additional Leave Leave Sharing Parental Leave Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits. Updated 12-31-2022 01 If you wish, please provide your pronouns and your preferred name. We will use these during the recruitment process. If you do not wish to provide this information, please enter N/A for this question. 02 Are you willing and able to undergo a criminal background check if you are selected as a candidate for this position? Yes No 03 This position may not be eligible for teleworking during an initial training period. Some telework may be possible after that time, determined by unit needs. Are you willing to work in the office located at 4565 7th Ave SE Lacey, WA every workday? Yes No 04 Do you have advanced knowledge of and experience with Washington state agency accounting and budgeting, as described in the required experience section of this job posting? Yes No 05 Explain how you have gained knowledge of and experience with Washington state agency accounting and budgeting. Include the agency or agencies where you gained experience, the tasks you performed, and what roles you held while gaining the experience. Be specific in your response – we encourage you to provide specific examples. If you do not have this experience, please state that. 06 Explain how you have gained advanced knowledge of Washington state policies and laws (i.e. SAAM, RCWs, WACs) Include the agency or agencies where you gained experience, the tasks you performed, and what roles you held while gaining the experience. Be specific in your response – we encourage you to provide specific examples. If you do not have this experience, please state that. 07 Explain how you have gained experience researching and applying Washington state accounting related regulations, rules, procedures, and policies. Include the agency or agencies where you gained experience, the tasks you performed, and what roles you held while gaining the experience. Be specific in your response – we encourage you to provide specific examples. If you do not have this experience, please state that. 08 Explain your experience in reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting Washington State revenue, expenditure, and general ledger transactions and balances. Include the agency or agencies where you gained experience, the tasks you performed, and what roles you held while gaining the experience. Be specific in your response – we encourage you to provide specific examples. If you do not have this experience, please state that. 09 Which one of the following best describes your highest level of Microsoft Word skills? To qualify for the Intermediate level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic level; to qualify for the Advanced level, you must also be able to perform the functions at Basic and Intermediate levels; to qualify for the Expert level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced levels.) I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the Basic level below. BASIC: Create, save, preview and print a basic document; edit selected text; change font appearance; highlight text; format paragraphs with tabs, borders, shading and styles; page setup, use auto correct. INTERMEDIATE: Insert graphic objects and visual effects to a document; add tables to a document or convert tables to text; add watermarks, borders, headers and footers; use the word look up (thesaurus, dictionary); customize tables and charts; modify pictures in document; create customized graphic elements; use templates. ADVANCED: Insert content using quick parts; control text flow; perform mail merge function; uses macros for tasks; insert cover pages and table of contents; track changes and comments; insert bookmarks, footnotes and endnotes; add hyperlinks; cross-references and citations; link documents to excel worksheets; send document to PowerPoint; merge documents; redaction function; hide text; add digital signature, restrict access and use passwords; create, protect and automate forms. EXPERT: Able to use and train others in all Word functions listed above. 10 Which one of the following best describes your highest level of Microsoft Excel skills? (To qualify for the Intermediate level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic level; to qualify for the Advanced level, you must also be able to perform the functions at Basic and Intermediate levels; to qualify for the Expert level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced levels.) I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the Basic level below. BASIC: Create basic worksheets; create basic formulas; use basic functions; modify and format a worksheet; print workbooks. INTERMEDIATE: use advanced formulas; organize tables and worksheets; create and modify charts; create forecast workbooks using formulas such as VLOOKUP, SUMIF, COUNTIF, etc.; insert and modify graphic objects in a worksheet. ADVANCED: Create and edit macros; conditional formatting; apply data validation criteria; able to protect, share and merge files; trace cells and troubleshoot formula errors; uses data list outline; consolidate data and link workbooks; export and import text files and XML data; import data from the Web and create Web queries; analyze data using trend lines, Sparklines and scenarios EXPERT: Able to use and train others in all Excel functions listed above and use advanced formulas, functions, and arrays; uses information, date and time functions; uses advanced editing and formatting; advanced chart formatting; runs solver models and reports; embed and link information; set up customization including automation 11 Which one of the following best describes your highest level of Microsoft Outlook skills? (To qualify for the Intermediate level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic level; to qualify for the Advanced level, you must also be able to perform the functions at Basic and Intermediate levels; to qualify for the Expert level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced levels.) I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the Basic level below. BASIC: Compose email messages; send and respond to messages; organize email into folders; create contact information; schedule appointments; schedule meetings, manage tasks and notes. INTERMEDIATE: Set calendar options; sort, find and filter messages; create distribution lists; share and delegate folder access; customize toolbar, menu bar, quick access tool bar and the To-Do bar; customize message options; use the journal entry to track and record; assign, reply and track tasks; create public folders and send and post information. ADVANCED: Personalize with stationery and themes; create signatures; configure email security settings; group items and create search folders; apply conditional formatting; manage data files; create mail merge using contacts; archive messages. EXPERT: Able to use and train others in all Outlook functions listed above. 12 I hereby state, by selecting yes, that the information within this application and the supplemental questionnaire is correct. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission of any information will result in my disqualification from consideration for employment or, if employed, my dismissal. I understand that this application is not a contract, offer, or promise of employment. Yes No 13 How did you learn of this job opportunity? careers.wa.gov Government Jobs Indeed LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Employee Referral Other Required Question