Legislative Fiscal Analyst

Initial Posting Date: 09/09/2026 Application Deadline: 09/30/2026 Agency: Legislative Fiscal Officer Salary Range: $7,800 - $11,698 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Legislative Fiscal Analyst Job Description: The Legislative Fiscal Office (LFO) is seeking a Legislative Fiscal Analyst to join its team of subject matter experts. This position focuses on producing statutorily required fiscal impact statements; developing budget recommendations for small state agencies, boards, and commissions; and conducting program evaluations and other budget analyses within particular program areas.

A Legislative Fiscal Analyst works directly with elected officials on fiscal impact preparation and review; research and analysis; and translation of information into policy choices and recommendations. LFO provides nonpartisan, permanent, professional analytical services to the Legislative Assembly. The mission of the office is to provide comprehensive research, analysis, and recommendations on the state’s biennial budget.

LFO evaluates state expenditures, program administration, and agency organization to assist in development of the Legislature’s adopted balanced budget; prepares fiscal impact statements on legislative measures; and provides staff support to the Joint Committee on Ways and Means, Emergency Board, and several other legislative committees. This is a full-time, limited duration position beginning in November, 2027.

T he duration of this position is expected to last no later than October, 2028. LFO employees currently have the flexibility to work according to a hybrid in-person and remote work schedule during the periods between legislative sessions and interim committee meetings. During legislative sessions and periods when interim committees meet, staff work solely onsite in the State Capitol building to carry out the duties of their positions.

The work history and experience of the ideal candidate will include: Knowledge of: Research methods and data analysis Government finance, accounting and auditing principles and practices Management principles involved in strategic planning and resource allocation State agency operations and programs State and federal laws governing state programs and budgets The legislative process, budget policy, and budget development principles State financial, budget, and position control systems, including the Oregon Budget Information Tracking System (ORBITS), Workday, Oregon Legislative Information System, and Fiscal Impact and Staff Measure Summary Systems Skill in: Time management and planning Effective written and verbal communication Critical thinking and problem solving Proofreading and editing Analyzing program outcomes, trends, and budget status Information retrieval and documentation Ability to:  Gather, analyze, synthesize, and disseminate information Remain nonpartisan and unbiased Find, read, interpret, and apply applicable laws and administrative rules Extrapolate, examine, and use information and data to ascertain facts and translate technical information into concise documents Explain technical information in an easy-to-understand manner to groups with a wide range of technical knowledge Pay close attention to detail, prioritize competing deadlines, and manage time effectively Present information to committees and make recommendations for changes in statutes, policies, procedures, budgets, staffing and performance measurements Work independently and within extreme time pressures We invite you to review the position description below; if your work history and expertise align with the position, we encourage you to apply.

To view the position description in its entirety, please click here. HOW TO QUALIFY: Your application must demonstrate: A Bachelor's degree AND Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience * An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position. Please attach a resume and cover lett