Fiscal Management Specialist 1

THE POSITION The Fiscal Management Specialist 1 position with the Department of Human Services (DHS) gives you the chance to support programs that make a meaningful impact for individuals with intellectual disabilities. This role offers an engaging mix of financial analysis and public service, ensuring that vital resources are used effectively. You build strong budgeting skills while contributing to important statewide efforts. Step into this opportunity and help drive the work of the Bureau of Budget forward. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position focuses on assisting with budgeting tasks that support important programs serving individuals with intellectual disabilities. It develops your skills in financial review, analysis, and monitoring within a government budget setting. As a Fiscal Management Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties: Budget Preparation: Assist in preparing budget and rebudget requests that support program goals and funding needs Data Analysis: Review personnel, operational, census, and expenditure data to identify trends and track progress Fiscal Monitoring: Analyze fiscal activity to ensure compliance with approved budgets and financial guidelines Revenue Review: Monitor revenue projections and compare collections to expected totals to identify variances Documentation Support: Develop supporting materials and responses for budget inquiries and legislative requests Program Assistance: Collaborate with staff and help resolve fiscal issues related to assigned programs Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report to the office two day per week, as determined by the Division Director and Bureau Director. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will be able to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Financial Programs Trainee(Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ; or One year of experience in paraprofessional fiscal administration work, and a bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Pennsylvania