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The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals. What You Get Beyond Your Paycheck When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don’t match—often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save. Here’s what you get as a full-time employee: 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for) Optional dental, vision, and life insurance—at rates much lower than most private plans Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster. You can see all the details here: ERS recruitment brochure Functional Title: Budget Analyst V Job Title: Budget Analyst V Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc Department: Federal Funds Posting Number: 16974 Closing Date: 06/18/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $6,377.50 - $8,581.66 Pay Frequency: MonthlySalary Group: TEXAS-B-26 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Travel: Up to 5% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 4900 N LAMAR BLVD Other Locations: MOS Codes: 3451,310X,651X,751X,3402,3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,36B,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10,SEI15,SK Brief Job Description:The Budget Analyst V position performs highly advanced (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis work for the various DFPS program areas. Work involves overseeing the planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating of budgetary activities necessary to produce budget reports including the Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR), Governor’s Legislative Operating Budget, monthly financial reports, and other required reports. The Budget Analyst V may assign, and/or supervise the work of other budget staff and works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Essential Job Functions (EJFs):The Budget Analyst V may oversee the planning and coordination of the budgetary activities involved in the monthly financial report cycle for the DFPS strategies. May evaluate budget staffs’ responses for Monthly Financial Reports (MFR), Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR), the Governor's Operating Budget (GOB), and the agency's annual Internal Operating Budget (IOB). Oversees the preparation of key and non-key performance and workload measures required by the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) as they pertain to administrative functions. May oversee the preparation of budgetary and management reports that are provided to program directors/managers concerning their administrative budgets. Prepared reports may be standardized or ad hoc. May verify information to be used in the agency's Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Data Book. Analyzes expenditure patterns for various administrative strategies and provides recommendations on the use of funds in assigned strategies. Uses Microsoft Access/Excel/Word, USAS, and CAPPS to perform essential job functions. Coordinates the preparation of financial data to provide management with expenditure history, trends, and recommendations. Assists in the preparation of the strategic plan, legislative appropriations requests, and federal funding submissions to ensures accuracy and timeliness of completion. Assists with the coordination of budgeting procedures, preparation, and reporting within the budget division. May work with Budget management to establish work methods, priorities, and methodologies/techniques for performing budget evaluations. Examines MFRs and ad hoc budget reports for completeness, accuracy, and being in compliance with Budget procedures and regulations. Informs management of budget deviations, problems, and events likely to affect operations within the assigned strategies. Analyzes and provides explanations concerning budgetary issues that affect the agency's mission and resources. Along with other senior staff and the Budget management, the Budget Analyst V will assist in the development of policy, procedures, and instructions concerning budget functions. In the absence of the Budget Manager or through delegated authority, the Budget Analyst V may plan and assign tasks to team members. Performs other duties as assigned and may be required to maintain unit operations. Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy. Knowledge Skills Abilities (KSAs):Knowledge of: accounting principles and practices, budgetary procedures, management principles and practices, legal restrictions governing allocation of funds. Skills in: gathering, analyzing, presenting statistical data and producing statistical reports, making budget projections, analyzing financial data, using applicable computer software including but not limited to Excel, Word, Access, HHSAS, CAPPS, USAS, or other financial systems. Ability to: establish goals and objectives, monitor and report on performance measurement, analyze management problems and develop and present alternative solutions, coordinate the gathering and analysis of data, plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others Registration or Licensure Requirements:N/A Initial Selection Criteria:Minimum 3 years of experience in budget preparation or analysis, financial reporting, performance reporting, or statistical analysis or reporting. Experience in budget preparation and analysis, in financial management, in fiscal policymaking, and in performance measurement reporting work. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field is generally preferred. Education and experience may be substituted for one another. Additional Information: Willing to work hours other than 8-5 and weekends Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC. Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions. Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver’s record check. State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies. As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files. DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: . In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

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