[ORBITS-Users] Fiscal Analyst 1 Announcement

Fri Jan 30 15:01:40 PST 2009

The Department of Corrections is recruiting for a Fiscal Analyst 1.
Please forward this e-mail to any interested parties.  Thanks.

Brian E. DeForest, Manager

Budget & Management Division, DAS

Statewide Audit Budget and Reporting Section (SABRS)

Desk Phone: (503) 378-5442

________________________________

Announcement Number: LECO0885
Classification Number: C1243
Open: January 30, 2009
Close: February 13, 2009
Location: Salem

Fiscal Analyst 1
Budget Analyst 
$ 3577 - $ 4941 Monthly

GENERAL INFORMATION

This position is with the Oregon Department of Corrections' (ODOC),
Budget Office in Salem. This recruitment will be used to establish a
list of qualified applicants

Applicants will be subject to a Computerized Criminal History and Motor
Vehicles Division check as well as a thorough background investigation.
Adverse background information may be grounds for disqualification.

 <http://www.oregon.gov/DOC/PUBAFF/oam_welcome.shtml> 

TO QUALIFY

Your PD100 application form will be reviewed to verify that you meet the
qualifications stated in this section. To receive credit, your
application form must clearly show that you have:

*	three years experience in management, policy or program
analysis, or technical-level budgetary support activities. OR 
*	A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public or Non-Profit
Management, Finance, Accounting or a related degree (such as Public
Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, Economics or other
analytical or technical degree). 

To receive credit for required courses, submit a photocopy of
transcripts.

If you meet the "TO QUALIFY" section of this announcement, please see
"THIS IS THE TEST".

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

This position is to assist in the formulation and development of the
Department's biennial budget document, and, following legislative
approval, in the execution and management of the Department's approved
budget. Major duties: 

*	assists in the formulation and development of the Department of
Corrections biennial budget document and following legislative approval,
inputs and maintains budgeted dollars in the accounting records.
Coordinates publication of printed agency budget documents; 
*	prepares department-wide and program-level monthly financial
status and expenditure projection reports for distribution to
superintendents and program managers.  Evaluates available revenues,
develops revenue projects and recommends fiscal adjustments as needed.
Monitors program activity for DOC and the Criminal Justice Commission
and reviews monthly progress reports with agency program managers and
makes recommendations as appropriate; 
*	maintains various agency-wide tracking databases, including a
position/personnel database for vacancy tracking and reporting for
approximately 5,000 positions. Prepares and submits Permanent Finance
Plans to the Department of Administrative Services and coordinates with
DOC Human Resources. Monitors agency-wide position authority status; and

*	performs on-line data entry into ORBITS, PICS, and the Criminal
Justice Commission.  These are the various statewide budgeting and
accounting databases.  Prepares and tracks budget input to accounting
system in an accurate and timely manner. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

*	will be expected to share the mission, vision, and core values
of the department; 
*	requires being a role-model of pro-social behavior and having an
attitude that conveys dignity and respect in the treatment of others; 
*	must be able to acknowledge that everyone is capable of positive
change; 
*	performs work in an office environment with prolonged sitting at
computer terminals; and 
*	may require overtime during budget development and preparation
of special analyses; 
*	will have periodic contact with incarcerated felons; and 
*	requires occasional travel. 

BENEFITS

Discover all the benefits
<http://www.oregon.gov/DOC/HR/r_benefits.shtml>  that are available to
Department of Correction's employees like medical, dental, life, and
disability insurance coverage. Employees receive paid time off,
retirement benefits and access to participation in the Oregon Savings
Growth Plan.

TO APPLY 

You must submit a State of Oregon application form (PD100
<http://www.oregon.gov/DOC/HR/r_apps_forms.shtml> ). If you have a
disability and need an accommodation in the application process, contact
the Department of Corrections at (877) 888-5234. You can get a state
application form from any local State Employment Office or by the
Internet: http://www.odocjobs.com <http://www.oregon.gov/DOC/HR> 

THIS IS THE TEST 

On a separate sheet (not to exceed three pages) describe your work
experience (paid or unpaid) and training which relates to each question.
Be sure that the jobs where you gained the experience that you describe
in your answers are listed in the Work History section of your
application form. Your grade will be based on your answers. Answer each
part of the question separately. Number your answers to correspond with
the question. Attach the answer sheet to your application. Your
application will not be accepted if it is incomplete. The selection
process will consist of an evaluation of your experience and training
and your answers to the question. 

1.	The employee in this position is responsible for advising and
making budget and accounting decisions for their assigned divisions
within the department. Please describe: 
	a) your budgeting and accounting experience; 
	b) with whom you interacted; and 
	c) what kinds of automated budget and accounting systems you
have used. 

VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS 

Veterans Preference Points <http://www.oregon.gov/DOC/HR/Vet.shtml>  are
awarded to eligible veterans seeking employment with the Oregon
Department of Corrections. Veterans must provide appropriate
documentation to qualify for these additional preference points and must
submit the documentation with each application.

Required documentation must include: 

*	a copy of the DD214/215 for the five (5) point preference; OR 
*	a copy of the DD214/215 and a public employment preference
letter from the United States Department of Veterans' Affairs for the
ten (10) point preference. 

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS TO: 

Department of Corrections
ATTN: Eric Westerfield <mailto:eric.l.westerfield at doc.state.or.us> 
1793 13th Street SE, Suite 1
Salem, Oregon 97302-2599
FAX: (503) 378-5449 

 <http://www.odocjobs.com/> 

Notice of results will be sent by mail.  Although agencies are not
required to delay their selection process, you may request a review of
the results.  Your request must be received within 10 days from the date
of the notice.  Additional information cannot be accepted.  However, if
the recruitment is still open, you may submit a new application, which
must be received in our office by the close date.

Application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the close date.
Submit only the required materials.  Reference letters, resumes or work
examples should be kept for interviews.  The Dept. of Corrections cannot
be responsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result
of transmitting by FAX or which may be lost through the mail.  We are
unable to verify receipt of your application materials due to the volume
of applications received daily.  If you fax your application, please
forward a hard copy by mail.

KEEP A COPY OF YOUR APPLICATION FOR THE JOB INTERVIEW. 
COPIES ARE NOT PROVIDED.

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