The salary range listed reflects the 2% general wage increase scheduled to take effect July 1, 2026.
Multiple Budget Analyst 4 (BA 4)
Office of Financial Services – Program Financial Management
This permanent, full-time, home-based (remote) position is open to Washington residents and those residing on the ID/WA and OR/WA borders.
The Opportunity
The Office of Financial Services (OFS) provides leadership and support for agency priorities through quality budgeting, contracting, grant management, purchasing, and accounting services. The Office ensures financial compliance with state and federal laws while supporting the Department of Health's operational effectiveness and long-term financial stability.
The Office of Program Financial Management (OPFM), within OFS, is recruiting for two Budget Analyst 4 positions that serve as trusted fiscal advisors and strategic partners to the Department of Health leadership. These positions provide expert-level budget development, financial analysis, forecasting, and fiscal oversight while supporting critical public health programs that improve the health and well-being of people across Washington.
Budget Analyst 4 (Center for Health Statistics)
This position serves as the designated fiscal expert supporting the Center for Health Statistics (CHS) within the Division of Disease Control and Health Statistics. The position manages the office's approximately $30 million biennial operating budget supporting more than 80 FTEs while serving as the primary fiscal liaison with agency budget, accounting, contracts, grants, and purchasing staff. Through collaboration, financial analysis, and strategic planning, this position helps ensure resources are managed effectively to support vital public health services.
Budget Analyst 4 (Office of Resiliency and Health Security)
This position serves as the designated fiscal expert supporting the Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS) and other offices as assigned. The position provides comprehensive budget development, implementation, monitoring, contract and grant oversight, fiscal monitoring, federal funding coordination, fiscal note preparation, and decision package development. As the primary fiscal liaison, this position partners with leadership, agency support offices, local health jurisdictions, state agencies, and external partners to ensure responsible stewardship of public resources.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Budget Development and Financial Management
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Develop, monitor, and maintain operating budgets while ensuring expenditures align with program priorities and available funding.
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Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide recommendations that support informed decision-making.
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Prepare budget projections, forecasts, and financial reports for program and executive leadership.
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Monitor expenditures and resolve fiscal issues to maintain compliance and financial integrity.
Fiscal Consultation and Partnership
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Serve as the primary fiscal advisor and liaison between assigned programs and Office of Financial Services.
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Build collaborative relationships with program leadership and agency partners to support strategic financial planning.
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Translate complex financial information into clear recommendations for a variety of audiences.
Contract, Grant, and Resource Management
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Coordinate fiscal review and monitoring of contracts and grants.
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Support federal funding requirements, maintenance of effort, matching requirements, and other funding obligations as applicable.
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Review fiscal impacts associated with new initiatives and funding opportunities.
Compliance and Continuous Improvement
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Ensure compliance with state and federal fiscal policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
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Develop and improve financial processes that promote consistency, accountability, and operational efficiency.
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Support special fiscal projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.
Why You'll Love This Role
These positions offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health by ensuring financial resources are strategically managed to support programs that serve communities across Washington. As part of a collaborative and highly skilled Office of Program Financial Management team, these roles work closely with agency leaders and program experts while building strong partnerships across the Department. They also provide opportunities to expand expertise in public sector budgeting, financial analysis, grants, contracts, and strategic fiscal planning while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen the agency's financial stewardship.
Required Qualifications
There are multiple pathways to qualify for this position. You must meet one of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities.
Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.
OPTION 1: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or related field AND one (1) or more years of experience providing financial management expertise in creating, managing, and refining complex financial budgets. This includes approving financial requests, providing financial analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, as well as creating and reporting out on complex financial reports to appropriate audiences.
OPTION 2: Associate degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or related field AND two (2) or more years of experience providing financial management expertise in creating, managing, and refining complex financial budgets. This includes approving financial requests, providing financial analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, as well as creating and reporting out on complex financial reports to appropriate audiences.
OPTION 3: Four (4) or more years of experience providing financial management expertise in creating, managing, and refining complex financial budgets. This includes approving financial requests, providing financial analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, as well as creating and reporting out on complex financial reports to appropriate audiences.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Experience will include practical skills in MS Excel for spreadsheet tasks and database management, MS Word for document creation and formatting, and MS Outlook or similar email systems for electronic correspondence.
Preferred Qualifications
While these aren’t required, having them can help you stand out as a candidate.
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Experience with the state budget and legislative processes, including experience in Washington State budget development and monitoring concepts.
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Experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in applying these principles to revenue and expenditure analysis.
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Experience working with the state Enterprise Reporting, Web Intelligence systems, and/or Workday.
Employee Benefits
We offer a solid benefits package that supports you and your family’s health, financial security, and work-life balance. You’ll have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and retirement plans that help you plan for tomorrow while you’re living today. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave help you recharge, and additional programs like dependent care assistance and professional development opportunities add value beyond basic coverage. Join us and enjoy benefits designed to care for you as much as you care about public health. Learn more about DOH benefits and see how we support your life at work and beyond by visiting Work@Health.
About the Washington State Department of Health
We're nearly 2,000 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience. At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We’re passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health. Explore more about the Department of Health, our programs, and our impact by visiting our website.
Working Conditions:
The following describes the working conditions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Setting:
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This position's work can be performed fully remotely. No regular in-person attendance is required. If onsite work is requested by the supervisor, the request will be planned and communicated in advance.?
Schedule:
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Standard DOH business hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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This position has a work schedule of 40 hours per week; however, the position may be expected to work longer hours to complete projects or assignments, and/or meet business demands and deadlines.
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An alternative or flexible work schedule may be considered at the incumbent's request, subject to supervisory approval.??
Travel Requirements:
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When driving for state business, the employee must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; OR provide alternate transportation while on state business.
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Travel is not required to perform the duties of this position; however occasional or infrequent travel may be expected to attend meetings, training, or conferences.
Tools & Equipment:
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This position uses standard office furniture and equipment, such as a desk, office chair, cell phone, computer, monitor(s), keyboard, and mouse; and when in the office, the position may also require the use of a printer, phone, fax machine, and/or copy machine.?
Customer Interactions:
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Daily contact with culturally diverse customers (Federal agency staff, DOH staff, other state agencies, and other external partners).??
Other:
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This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
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The DOH campus is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment.
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This position may be required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.
APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:
We’re committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won’t be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.
Click “Apply” to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references, directly in your Applicant Profile or as a separate attachment, including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led (if applicable).
DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation.
Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Andrea Thieme at
[email protected] and reference DOH8940.
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