Legislative Budget Board is looking for Budget Analyst - Natural Resources in Austin, TX. This local job opportunity with ID 3649433923 is live since 2026-04-24 13:47:06.

Natural Resources Budget Analyst

Minimum salary is listed. Actual salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The Natural Resources Budget Analyst is responsible for working with state agencies charged with the responsibility of influencing the development and management of the state's natural resources and the Texas Legislature to develop state budget and policy recommendations for these natural resource agencies. Additionally, the analyst performs quantitative and qualitative evaluations using budget related data, assesses performance measure reports, develops budget and policy recommendations, communicates in writing and orally, and works on special projects for the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) relating to the natural resources area of state government. The position reports to the Natural Resources Manager and works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine budgets, requests, and reported expenditures to assess whether funds are appropriately allocated, budgeted, and expended as directed.
• Provide assistance to assigned state natural resource agencies in the development of budgets, requests, strategic plans, program descriptions and other materials.
• Develop budget and policy recommendations and accurately reflect them in information technology systems as directed.
• Evaluate operations and outcomes in light of legislative intent, best practices, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Identify funding adjustments as necessary to improve operations or conform to targeted spending levels.
• Identify and inform management of budget and policy issues and provide concise explanations and options for resolution as appropriate.
• Collect, organize and analyze data and prepare written materials, including reports and publications, and/or verbal presentations as directed.
• Represent the agency at external meetings/events as directed and then provide written or oral summaries of key issues.
• Orally present and explain recommendations to LBB management, legislative staff and committees, and others as directed.
• May plan and conduct research projects and field studies.
• Follow quality assurance procedures to produce accurate and complete work products.
• May develop procedures and tools to implement plans/programs and measure/report progress.
• Read and analyze legislation to determine potential fiscal impacts and prepare written fiscal and policy analyses of legislation.
• Prepare riders and amendments for General Appropriations Bills and other legislation as directed.
• Contribute to agency projects and perform related work as assigned.

Essential Attributes and Skills

• Work effectively with LBB and assigned agency management and staff, and legislators/legislative staff.
• Think critically and use initiative and good judgment.
• Communicate professionally in writing and orally (including presentations in formal and informal settings).
• Create timely, relevant, accurate, and polished work products.
• Complete tasks with appropriate levels of independence and attention to detail.
• Use business tools successfully (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Google Chrome, PowerPoint, email, customized applications, laptop/tablet, and smart phone).
• Proficiency in MS Excel, including complex calculations, PivotTables, and general ability to build and maintain complex spreadsheets with formulas, charts, and automation for reporting.
• Analyze, synthesize, and summarize quantitative and qualitative information.
• Identify alternatives and make recommendations supported with evidence.
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information and follow agency protocols.
• Understand legislative/budget processes and budget, performance, and operations of assigned agencies.
• Ability to work at a computer and desk for extended time.

Attributes Required of Every LBB Employee:

• Embrace agency mission/core values and follow policies, procedures, and processes.
• Work effectively with LBB management and staff, as well as all external customers.
• Coordinate, collaborate, and employ good interpersonal skills; demonstrate positive outlook.
• Balance concurrent projects, work under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities/deadlines.
• Act with motivation, organization, and attention to details; complete tasks with an appropriate level of independence.
• Be punctual and have regular attendance.
• Work overtime on nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary to meet agency deadlines.

Education and Experience:

• Graduation with a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university is required.
• Earned graduate degree is preferred.
• Coursework or degree in public policy or administration, program evaluation, budgeting, quantitative/qualitative research, finance, accounting, economics, natural resources, law, legal research or a related field is preferred.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in a relevant policy area is preferred.