Fiscal Analyst

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $31.57 - $46.82 / hourly; $65,918 - $97,760 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Telework is available and negotiated at the time of hire. There may be periodic requirements in office, roughly once per quarter or at the discretion of management. 

As a Fiscal Analyst at the Department of Revenue, you will be an integral part of fulfilling the Department's mission through fiscal and policy analysis and implementation. This position contributes to the Department's fiscal and policy analysis efforts by coordinating and calculating the administrative costs of implementing legislation. In this position you will coordinate fiscal, legislative, and financial analyses to support management decision making and policy development. You will coordinate the interpretation and understanding of the administrative fiscal impact of proposed and passed legislation on the department, coordinate activities necessary for compiling the department’s biennial budget as well as lead special projects on budget related items for the Commissioner’s Office.  

As an employee at the Department of Revenue, you’ll join a group of professionals who strive to be innovative, collaborative, and results-driven by thinking big, having fun, and promoting the common good. We are committed to an inclusive work environment that values each employee and works to continually address the needs of the communities we serve. This position provides a flexible work schedule with hybrid telework options available. 

Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or in a state bordering Minnesota.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience in communications, organizational management, professional financial analysis, research analysis, legislative affairs, and/or policy development*
  • *Bachelor's degree in a closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following: 

• Comprehensive knowledge of legislative process, fiscal policies and practices, legislative process, and knowledge of funding categories and requirements for appropriate use. 
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills to effectively develop and present on financial and budget policies and procedures
• Experience collecting, retrieving, and compiling complex data
• Strong project management, team coordination, or facilitation skills 
• Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports, policies, and procedures 
• Ability to identify, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve critical management issues  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong teamwork skills, including willingness and ability to consult and collaborate with subject matter experts from operational teams within the organization 
• Experience leading organization-wide financial or budget planning efforts and establishing process timelines and deliverables 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships and to influence/negotiate positive outcomes with internal and external partners 
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing change 
• Desire and ability to innovate and continually evaluate and improve upon processes 
• Ability to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and work with individuals from all background, with the experience of creating a work environment where differences are valued, encouraged, and supported 
• Experience juggling multiple projects with fluctuating deadlines while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. 
• Experience exhibiting judgment on complex and ambiguous issues, fostering collaboration among leaders, teams, and stakeholders. 
• Experience presenting and communicating written and verbal financial and budget information to nontechnical audiences. 

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted.  This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history.  All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

How to Apply 

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers. 

If you have questions about the position, contact Shawna Tienter at shawna.tienter@state.mn.us or 651-556-3261. 

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Shawna Tienter at shawna.tienter@state.mn.us. 

About Revenue Dept 

The Minnesota Department of Revenue works to fund the future for all of Minnesotans. We manage over 30 different taxes and collect $26.7 billion annually in state taxes, which funds state programs such as healthcare, transportation, public safety, and early childhood, K-12, and higher education.

Revenue is dedicated to an inclusive work environment that celebrates and values the diversity of each employee and reflects the communities we serve. We're committed to a culture of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive.

We value a work life balance for our employees, and many of our employees telework in a full or hybrid capacity. For those that come to the office, regularly or occasionally, we invested in a state-of-the-art hybrid workspace located at the Stassen building in St. Paul.

Find out more about us on our website. ​

Why Work for Us 

Diverse Workforce 

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota. 

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule 

Comprehensive Benefits 

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include: 

• Public pension plan 
• Training and professional development 
• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• 11 paid holidays each year  
• Paid parental leave 
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage 
• Prescription drug coverage  
• Vision coverage 
• Wellness programs and resources 
• Employer paid life insurance 
• Short-term and long-term disability 
• Health care spending and savings accounts 
• Dependent care spending account 
• Tax-deferred compensation 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program 

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.