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Fiscal Note Analyst (COM 1)
At the Department of Commerce, we’re reimagining what’s possible in government. We’re builders, thinkers, and change-makers, working at the intersection of innovation, community, and impact. From unlocking critical funding to fueling inclusive economic growth, we’re turning big ideas into real-world solutions that uplift people and places. Our agency’s strength lies in the diversity of our workforce and the breadth of the lived experiences and perspectives employees bring to the work. We believe equity is not just a value but a practice, which is reflected in how we design programs, engage communities, and deliver outcomes. We foster a workplace culture where curiosity is encouraged, bold thinking is welcomed, and collaboration drives our impact.
Let’s build what’s next, together.
The Local Government Division (LGD) partners with local governments, public entities, nonprofits, and others to strengthen the ability of local governments and community-based organizations to fund and develop critical services to their citizens. The division provides access to state and federal resources through grants and loans to plan, develop and build needed infrastructure and capital facility projects across the state. Efforts are made to make financial resources more accessible to applicants and recipients, and to prioritize the most critical projects and needs; LGD resources create jobs and grow business by initiating new opportunities for economic development. The division also supports communities with research and project management expertise, including technical assistance on a variety of subjects including, but not limited to, capital project development, infrastructure project funding strategies, local studies, and implementation of the growth management act (GMA). LGD is responsible for helping Washington grow sustainably by supporting local governments with planning and implementation of the GMA, encouraging smart growth and protecting our communities. LGD strives to develop strong partnerships, vibrant communities, and sustainable infrastructure.
This position performs a variety of professional-level program and research work for the Research and Development Services Unit, which is located in the Local Government Division. This position is responsible for producing high-quality local government fiscal notes in a timely and thorough fashion.
This recruitment will be used to fill two positions.
This position is a non-permanent position starting December 16, 2026, and concluding on April 30, 2027.
Duties
Local government fiscal note analysis
Tasks include:
- Conduct technical research on policies impacting local governments, write fiscal notes and provide drafts to Managing Director and/or Section Manager for review within a specified turn-around time, using a variety of analysis tools to meet guidelines established by the Office of Financial Management (OFM), the Legislature and the Research Services Section.
- Collect and present data collected from local governments to internal or external stakeholders in an accurate, objective, and thorough manner that informs policymakers on key revenue and/or expenditure aspects of proposed legislation.
- In coordination with OFM and/or lead agencies, resolves any conflicting information on analytical assumptions within the parameters established by the Managing Director. As needed, elevates unresolved conflicts to the Managing Director.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Five (5) years of combined experience and/or education as described below:
Experience
in community, trade, or economic development in one or more of the following areas or work related to the position:
- Interpreting the technical and political implications of legislation.
- Writing concisely, clearly, accurately, objectively, and with appropriate analytical rigor about policy issues that may be technically complex and politically controversial.
- Interacting effectively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders, and governmental officials.
- Functioning effectively in an environment dominated by tight, competing, and often fluid deadlines.
Education
involves public administration, political science, urban or regional planning, environmental studies or related field.
Examples of how to qualify:
- 5 years of experience
- 4 years of experience and one year of education
- 3 years of experience and two years of education
- 2 years of experience and three years of education
- 1 year of experience and four years of education
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, planning, environmental studies, or related field.
- Working knowledge of the legislative process and the structure of local governments (cities, counties, and special districts).
- Familiarity with the policy issues connected to fiscal impacts for cities and counties.
Required Position Competencies:
- Intermediate skill level in Microsoft 365 products, including Teams, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
- Ability to interpret and analyze policies, procedures and legislative documents.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with local governments, agency partners, policymakers, and internal staff to gather information, present analytical findings, and resolve discrepancies in data or analytical assumptions.
- Ability to take action to learn and grow.
- Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
To be considered for this position, the following are needed:
- A complete and detailed online application.
- A cover letter (enter online).
- At least three professional references (enter online).
For questions about this recruitment, please contact our recruitment team via email: comrecruitment@commerce.wa.gov - please reference the job number in your message.
Supplemental Information
Work from Anywhere in Washington State
This position may be located anywhere within Washington State though occasional travel to a Commerce office building or in-state travel to attend events or meetings may be required. If selected, you will need to travel to pick up equipment and receive instruction. Many Commerce employees work remotely or have a hybrid schedule.
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies over the next 60 days.
Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can't log in, password or email issues, error messages). DES job seeker support may answer general questions regarding the recruiting system at careershelp@des.wa.gov.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
The Washington State Department of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process or this job announcement in an alternative format may email Human Resources at Human.Resources@commerce.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
Department of Commerce also offers a competitive benefits package including: medical and dental insurance benefits, retirement and deferred compensation plans, 11 paid holidays each year, 14-25 vacation days per year (depending on length of employment), 8 hours of sick leave per month (if full time employed), bereavement leave, an employee assistance program, as well as other benefits. Please see the Benefits Tab for more details.
Description
Fiscal Note Analyst (COM 1)
At the Department of Commerce, we’re reimagining what’s possible in government. We’re builders, thinkers, and change-makers, working at the intersection of innovation, community, and impact. From unlocking critical funding to fueling inclusive economic growth, we’re turning big ideas into real-world solutions that uplift people and places. Our agency’s strength lies in the diversity of our workforce and the breadth of the lived experiences and perspectives employees bring to the work. We believe equity is not just a value but a practice, which is reflected in how we design programs, engage communities, and deliver outcomes. We foster a workplace culture where curiosity is encouraged, bold thinking is welcomed, and collaboration drives our impact.
Let’s build what’s next, together.
The Local Government Division (LGD) partners with local governments, public entities, nonprofits, and others to strengthen the ability of local governments and community-based organizations to fund and develop critical services to their citizens. The division provides access to state and federal resources through grants and loans to plan, develop and build needed infrastructure and capital facility projects across the state. Efforts are made to make financial resources more accessible to applicants and recipients, and to prioritize the most critical projects and needs; LGD resources create jobs and grow business by initiating new opportunities for economic development. The division also supports communities with research and project management expertise, including technical assistance on a variety of subjects including, but not limited to, capital project development, infrastructure project funding strategies, local studies, and implementation of the growth management act (GMA). LGD is responsible for helping Washington grow sustainably by supporting local governments with planning and implementation of the GMA, encouraging smart growth and protecting our communities. LGD strives to develop strong partnerships, vibrant communities, and sustainable infrastructure.
This position performs a variety of professional-level program and research work for the Research and Development Services Unit, which is located in the Local Government Division. This position is responsible for producing high-quality local government fiscal notes in a timely and thorough fashion.
This recruitment will be used to fill two positions.
This position is a non-permanent position starting December 16, 2026, and concluding on April 30, 2027.
Duties
Local government fiscal note analysis
Tasks include:
- Conduct technical research on policies impacting local governments, write fiscal notes and provide drafts to Managing Director and/or Section Manager for review within a specified turn-around time, using a variety of analysis tools to meet guidelines established by the Office of Financial Management (OFM), the Legislature and the Research Services Section.
- Collect and present data collected from local governments to internal or external stakeholders in an accurate, objective, and thorough manner that informs policymakers on key revenue and/or expenditure aspects of proposed legislation.
- In coordination with OFM and/or lead agencies, resolves any conflicting information on analytical assumptions within the parameters established by the Managing Director. As needed, elevates unresolved conflicts to the Managing Director.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Five (5) years of combined experience and/or education as described below:
Experience
in community, trade, or economic development in one or more of the following areas or work related to the position:
- Interpreting the technical and political implications of legislation.
- Writing concisely, clearly, accurately, objectively, and with appropriate analytical rigor about policy issues that may be technically complex and politically controversial.
- Interacting effectively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders, and governmental officials.
- Functioning effectively in an environment dominated by tight, competing, and often fluid deadlines.
Education
involves public administration, political science, urban or regional planning, environmental studies or related field.
Examples of how to qualify:
- 5 years of experience
- 4 years of experience and one year of education
- 3 years of experience and two years of education
- 2 years of experience and three years of education
- 1 year of experience and four years of education
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, planning, environmental studies, or related field.
- Working knowledge of the legislative process and the structure of local governments (cities, counties, and special districts).
- Familiarity with the policy issues connected to fiscal impacts for cities and counties.
Required Position Competencies:
- Intermediate skill level in Microsoft 365 products, including Teams, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
- Ability to interpret and analyze policies, procedures and legislative documents.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with local governments, agency partners, policymakers, and internal staff to gather information, present analytical findings, and resolve discrepancies in data or analytical assumptions.
- Ability to take action to learn and grow.
- Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
To be considered for this position, the following are needed:
- A complete and detailed online application.
- A cover letter (enter online).
- At least three professional references (enter online).
For questions about this recruitment, please contact our recruitment team via email: comrecruitment@commerce.wa.gov - please reference the job number in your message.
Supplemental Information
Work from Anywhere in Washington State
This position may be located anywhere within Washington State though occasional travel to a Commerce office building or in-state travel to attend events or meetings may be required. If selected, you will need to travel to pick up equipment and receive instruction. Many Commerce employees work remotely or have a hybrid schedule.
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies over the next 60 days.
Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can't log in, password or email issues, error messages). DES job seeker support may answer general questions regarding the recruiting system at careershelp@des.wa.gov.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
The Washington State Department of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process or this job announcement in an alternative format may email Human Resources at Human.Resources@commerce.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
Department of Commerce also offers a competitive benefits package including: medical and dental insurance benefits, retirement and deferred compensation plans, 11 paid holidays each year, 14-25 vacation days per year (depending on length of employment), 8 hours of sick leave per month (if full time employed), bereavement leave, an employee assistance program, as well as other benefits. Please see the Benefits Tab for more details.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Government & Public Sector
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fiscal analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, public administration, or a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, formulas, and financial modeling
- Experience with ERP or budgeting systems such as PeopleSoft, SAP, or Oracle
- Knowledge of government accounting standards, GAAP, or fund accounting principles
- Ability to prepare budget reports, forecasts, and variance analyses independently
- CPA, CGFM, or CMA certification preferred for mid-level and senior positions
Tips for Your Fiscal Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to budget cycle language
Fiscal analyst postings often call out specific budget cycle tasks like variance analysis, encumbrance tracking, or year-end close. Mirror that language in your work history bullets so your resume clears automated screening before a human ever reads it.
List every financial system you have used
Employers filter hard on tools. Name every ERP, budgeting platform, or reporting system you've touched, including PeopleSoft, SAP, Hyperion, or Workiva, even if your use was limited. A missing tool name can get your application screened out before review.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists fiscal analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by funding source or sector
Federal grant-funded roles, state appropriations positions, and corporate FP&A jobs each require different technical knowledge. Filter your search by sector so your application speaks directly to the compliance frameworks and reporting standards that employer actually uses.
Prepare a worked budget variance example for interviews
Most fiscal analyst interviews include a scenario question asking how you identified and explained a budget discrepancy. Walk in with a real example that covers what you found, why it happened, and what corrective action followed. Generic answers do not hold up.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base salary
Government and nonprofit fiscal analyst roles often have compressed base pay but stronger retirement contributions, leave accrual, and tuition benefits than private sector equivalents. Ask for the full benefits summary before you compare offers and decide where to press.
Fiscal Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most fiscal analysts?
The companies hiring the most fiscal analysts right now include State of Washington, Oneida County, and NYS Unified Court System, with the largest share of openings in Washington, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Government agencies, university systems, and large healthcare networks consistently account for a significant portion of active postings.
How many fiscal analyst jobs are remote?
About 71% of fiscal analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying by sector. Financial reporting, grants compliance, and FP&A support roles tend to have the highest share of remote arrangements, while positions tied to on-site budget operations or in-person audits are more likely to require a physical presence.
How do you become a fiscal analyst?
Start with a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or public administration, then build hands-on experience through roles in accounts payable, budget coordination, or financial reporting. Develop proficiency in spreadsheet modeling and at least one ERP system. Earning a credential like the CGFM or CPA strengthens candidacy for mid-level positions, particularly in government and nonprofit sectors.
Can you get a fiscal analyst job with little or no experience?
Entry-level fiscal analyst roles do exist, particularly in government agencies and university finance offices that hire recent graduates into budget analyst or financial assistant titles as a pipeline. Internships, work-study positions in a bursar or grants office, and coursework in government accounting or public finance all count as relevant background when direct experience is limited.
What does the fiscal analyst interview process look like?
Most fiscal analyst interviews include a phone or video screen focused on your financial systems experience, followed by a panel or hiring manager interview with scenario-based questions on budget variance, reconciliation, or reporting under a deadline. Some employers add a short Excel or analytical exercise. Government positions may also require a written assessment or structured competency interview.
Where can I find and apply to fiscal analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to fiscal analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your background, sector preference, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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