The following represents sample job descriptions at OFM. We welcome all qualified applicants.

Applied Forecaster

• Application of quantitative research methods to the management of governmental programs.
• Effective communication of research results is essential.
• Specific positions may involve program-effectiveness evaluation, performance measurement, policy impact analysis, information systems development, small area analysis, short-term forecast analysis, long-range forecast development, contract development, liaison with user groups, and conferring with other state and federal agencies on research and funding.
• Typical disciplines include demography, economics, and geography. Some positions require specialties in geographic information systems, survey design, and econometric modeling.

Budget Assistant to the Governor

• Prepare fiscal analyses and budget recommendations relating to one or more state agencies;
• Review and analyze budget and other fiscal requests submitted by state agencies;
• Make recommendations to the Governor concerning the cost and effect of fiscal/policy proposals related to the budget, proposed legislation, and management initiatives;
• Monitor program performance and assist state agencies in budget implementation;
• Respond to inquiries on budget and fiscal issues;
• Represent the agency in presentations to the Governor and legislative committees.

Executive Policy Advisor to the Governor

• Work with senior policy staff and agency directors on issues of short- and long-term significance;
• Develop, analyze, and review the Governor's legislative initiatives, proposed legislation by executive agencies, and bills passed by the Legislature for the Governor's signature;
• Communicate with constituents and stakeholders.

State Financial Consultant

• Serve in a consulting role to state agencies in support of statewide level budgeting, accounting, reporting, policies and financial systems;
• Manage, develop, and coordinate projects;
• Provide statewide training programs concentrating on financial and administrative systems, state policies, regulations, and procedures governing operations;
• Develop, revise and maintain the state accounting policies;
• Prepare the state's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and other statewide reports;
• Supervise or lead professional staff.