Program Budget Analyst II - Honolulu, Oahu

Salary : Depends on Qualifications

Location : Honolulu

Job Type : Various

Job Number : 24-223TY

Department : Policy and Planning Department

Opening Date : 11 / 10 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Position Specific Description

Recruitment Number 24-223TY, Program Budget Analyst II, SR-18D ($4,495 per month) to SR-18F ($4,858 per month)

• Honolulu, Oahu.
• The starting salary may be at a rate between the minimum to maximum salary range listed above, based on qualifications.

This is a multi-level recruitment. Please see other job postings for :

Recruitment Number 24-211TY, Program Budget Analyst III

Recruitment Number 24-212TY, Program Budget Analyst IV

Recruitment Number 24-213TY, Program Budget Analyst V

Note : A flexible or hybrid work schedule may be available for an employee who has completed probation in this position and has a satisfactory performance record. This work schedule may change at any time based on the operational needs of the work unit and at the discretion of the position's supervisor or administration.

Summary of Duties

Perform a variety of simple to moderately difficult work assignments in the procedural and technical aspect of budget analysis which do not require the services of a trained analyst; assist higher level Budget Analysts on special assignments; perform routine program analysis activities; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education Requirement :

Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university. Excess experience of the type and quality described below, or any administrative, professional, or other responsible work which required a high level of analytical skills may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Specialized Experience Requirement :

One-half (½) year of progressively responsible professional work experience in one or more of the following areas of concentration :

A. Program Analysis and Evaluation : Program analysis and evaluation is the systematic organization of information in useful ways to assist in making better informed decisions by examining the probable costs and consequences of alternative courses of action. The experience must demonstrate familiarity with such analytical methods and techniques a sampling, probabilities, linear programming, break-even, cost-benefit, and Monte Carlo methods. Work experience of this type is usually gained through employment in the following types of organizations :

1. Program or budget evaluation office of a major governmental unit.

2. Operations research department of a large industrial corporation.

3. Organized research unit in universities.

4. Private analytical organizations and firms.

B. Program Planning : Program planning is that process by which an organization decides upon its objectives, selects the methods to attain these objectives, and subsequently measures the degree to which its objectives have been achieved. The experience must have involved direct participation in such activities as the review, analysis, and evaluation of program plans and budget requirements; preparation and recommendations in regard to program goals, policies, and priorities; development of fiscal policies and financial plans; and development, establishment and application of work measurement devices and techniques and standards for the evaluation of program performance.

C. Program Budgeting : Program budgeting is that process by which organizations allocate funds to attain objectives. Qualifying experience and activities must have involved direct participation in the preparation and review of budgets and program plans for major programs. This includes appraisals and comparisons of various program activities in terms of their contribution to overall program goals and objectives; analysis of how and to what degree existing levels of resources such as manpower, equipment, materials, and funds are meeting program goals and objectives; how variations in increments of resources would impact upon program goals and objectives; and revision of objectives, programs, and budgets in light of changing conditions and experience.

Non-Qualifying Experience : Experience of a simple, routine, recurring nature involving the budgeting, programming and statistical reporting of an organization of limited scope, e.g., office manager, is non-qualifying.

Substitutions Allowed :

1. Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a Master's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university which demonstrated the knowledge, skill and ability in the application of operations research, program analysis and evaluation methods and techniques in business or public administration or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of Specialized Experience.

2. Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a Ph.D. degree as described above may be substituted for two (2) years of Specialized Experience.

Supplemental Information

Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mailed to the following address : Hawai`i State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813.

Education : If you are using education as a substitute for experience, you must submit a copy of your official transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected, you will need an official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the training or the awarding of the appropriate degree.

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Education Requirement : Which of the following best describes your educational background?

Specialized Experience Requirement, Part 1 of 3 : Describe your Program Analysis and Evaluation experience, if any. In your description, include :

D. Average number of hours worked per week; and,

E. A detailed description of your duties and responsibilities in Program Analysis and Evaluation.

If you do not possess Program Analysis and Evaluation experience, write "None" in the space below.

Specialized Experience Requirement, Part 2 of 3 : Describe your Program Planning experience, if any. In your description, include :

D. Average number of hours worked per week; and,

E. A detailed description of your duties and responsibilities in Program Planning.

If you do not possess Program Planning experience, write "None" in the space below.

Specialized Experience Requirement, Part 3 of 3 : Describe your Program Budgeting experience, if any. In your description, include :

D. Average number of hours worked per week; and,

E. A detailed description of your duties and responsibilities in Program Budgeting.

If you do not possess Program Budgeting experience, write "None" in the space below.

Transcripts, Certifications, and other verifying documents : You must submit copies of official transcripts, certifications, or other verifying documents at the time of application. If these documents are not received within two weeks after receipt of your application, your application may be rejected as incomplete.

If you are selected, we will need an original official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required training or course work and the awarding of the appropriate degree, certification, or other credential.

IMPORTANT NOTE : Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected.

Therefore, it is important that you provide :

4. Hours worked per week; and,

5. A detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application.

If you choose to submit a resume in addition to your application, be sure it includes the same employment information mentioned above.

Required Question

Salary : $4,495 - $4,858