Budget Advisor - Federal Funds

Budget Advisor - Federal Funds

Salary

$108,000.00 - $134,016.00 Annually

Location

Thurston County - Olympia, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

2026-06885

Department

Office of Financial Management

Division

Budget

Opening Date

09/14/2026

Closing Date

9/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Please note:

This position may be filled as full-time or part-time FTE depending on the successful candidate's preferences.

This is a hybrid position, and occasional in-person attendance for activities, meetings, and events as needed for business purposes is required.

The starting salary offer will be determined based on the successful candidate's qualifications within the budgeted salary range of $108,000 - $134,016 annually. However, there is the potential for longevity, growth, and salary progression for the individual once employed.

Why work for OFM

The Office of Financial Management (OFM)serves as the backbone of Washington state government. Our mission is to make our state a better place by connecting people, budgets, policies, data, and systems for state agencies and the Legislature. Our team includes budget advisors, researchers, and other experts, all dedicated public servants working towards an equitable future for every Washingtonian.

If you want to play a key role in enhancing how state government serves its citizens, you've found the right place. Join us in making a meaningful difference for every Washingtonian!

The job opportunity

Join the Office of Financial Management (OFM) and help shape Washington's future by overseeing reporting on critical federal funding, including the multi-billion-dollar COVID relief funds. In this specialized role, you'll lead the creation and publication of the annual Recovery Plan Performance Report (through 2027) and the Capital Project Fund Report, ensuring Washington meets all federal transparency and compliance requirements.

You'll partner closely with agencies and OFM's Budget, Fiscal, and Statewide Accounting teams to gather information and produce accurate, consistent statewide reporting. This role is essential, unique, and offers the chance to become a key subject-matter expert in high-visibility federal fund reporting and tracking activities.

What you'll work on:

• Research federal legislation for the eligible uses and other requirements for various types of federal funds.
• Understand federal and state legislation and federal fund grant and other requirements.
• Represent OFM on internal and external workgroups or other group assignments related to the use of federal funds. This includes the Governor's Office Federal subcabinet, National Governors Association infrastructure coordinators, etc.
• Perform independent research and analysis of policies and proposals including expected outcomes, state and local costs, implementation strategies, and stakeholder positions.
• Serve as OFM Budget's subject matter expert on Federal stimulus funds and laws, including those related to the American Rescue Plan Act, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the Inflation Reduction Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, and future federal legislation that interplays with state funding.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for OFM Budget on non-stimulus-related federal funds, this includes working with other Budget Division staff to ensure OFM maximizes and optimizes the use of federal funds across various budget areas.
• Communicate clearly with decision makers and senior-level staff, including develop and present recommendations to the Governor, executive team, policy staff, legislators, and stakeholders concerning the costs and effects of fiscal and policy proposals.
• Track financial data across various agencies and purposes, including federal government shutdown impacts.
• Have familiarity with performance and other measures that reflect the use of the COVID-related and other federal funds.
• Coordinate with agencies that receive federal funds.
• Coordinate with OFM Budget Division analysts on agencies use of federal funds.
• Participate in national educational opportunities to explain Washington's experience and challenges and to track changing requirements.
• Assist with coordination and analysis related to Federal government shutdown or other funding disruptions.
• Participation in responding to federal funding audits and findings with OFM Statewide Accounting.

What you need to bring:

• Demonstrated ability to research, interpret, and analyze complex federal and state legislation, regulations, funding requirements, budgets, and policies and assess their fiscal, operational, and policy implications.
• Demonstrated ability to independently analyze federal funding opportunities, requirements, and restrictions and develop strategies and recommendations that maximize and optimize available resources.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex fiscal and policy proposals, including costs, risks, expected outcomes, implementation considerations, and impacts on state agencies and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor financial, performance, and policy information; identify emerging issues and risks; and assess their potential impacts on state programs, budgets, and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex fiscal, policy, and federal funding information clearly and effectively and develop written products, presentations, and recommendations that support decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment, build effective working relationships, and coordinate with agencies, stakeholders, and internal and external partners to address complex and time-sensitive issues.

We are committed to finding the candidate whose skills and experience align best with this role. We recognize that strong candidates may come from a variety of professional backgrounds and experiences. If your qualifications align with the role and you excel in collaborative environments, can manage competing priorities, and are committed to equitable and inclusive practices, we encourage you to apply.

Supplemental Information

What we offer

At OFM, we foster a culture of integrity, innovation, inclusion, and belonging. We value both learned and lived experiences, believing that diversity makes us stronger. To support your health and well-being, we offer a variety of benefit programs for our employees.

Please visit our Recruitment Page for a full list of benefits available to employees. Here's a glance at some of the unique benefits that OFM offers:

• An environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 12 paid holidays, 14 paid vacation days (minimum), and 12 days of sick leave per year
• State retirement programs

Part-time: Part-time employees accrue leave based on the number of hours worked. Part-time employees earn leave on a pro-rated basis (proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month compared to the number of hours for full-time employment.

Application Process:

Once you've decided to apply for a state government job, you'll complete an online application to showcase your qualifications. Keep in mind that once you submit the application, a real person will read it. We do not use AI or any other technology to screen your application and reject it. Please ensure you provide clear, detailed information about your work history so your qualifications can be accurately assessed. We will contact the top candidates directly to schedule interviews. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

When completing your application, please attach all of the following required documents:

• Cover letter: describing your qualifications for this specific position
• Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.
• References: at least three professional references and their current contact information.

Questions:

OFMs Staff ASL interpreter is available to all deaf and hard-of-hearing applicants. For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please email us atTalentAcquisition@ofm.wa.gov.

The Office of Financial Management 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 with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position is exempt from civil service rules.

For more information, please see WAC 357-19-195.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

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(OFM) The application process requires that you attach a cover letter detailing how you meet the qualifications of this position and a resume. Please check your attachments and click below to indicate you have attached the required documentation.

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Please select all that apply to your experience

• Demonstrated ability to research, interpret, and analyze complex federal and state legislation, regulations, funding requirements, budgets, and policies and assess their fiscal, operational, and policy implications.
• Analyzing federal funding opportunities.
• Evaluation of complex fiscal and policy proposals.
• Monitoring of financial, performance and policy information.
• None of the above

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In 250 words or more, please describe your experience analyzing complex federal or state legislation, regulations, or funding requirements.

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In 250 words or more, please explain your experience monitoring budget-related financial, performance, or policy information to identify risks or emerging issues.

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