Policy and Budget Analyst I

Employment Type: Full-time (37.5 hours/week), Executive Branch, ineligible for overtime pay. Advertisement closes 9/1/2026 (11:59 PM ET). Location: 200 Mero Street, 5th Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601.

About the Role

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Office of State Budget Director is seeking a Policy and Budget Analyst I. This position will work alongside staff with responsibilities including the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of the Executive Branch budget.

Responsibilities

• Review and analysis of agency biennial budget requests.
• Preparation of biennial budget requests for assigned agencies within the Executive Branch.
• Monitor legislative action during General Assembly Sessions, including tracking proposed changes to the Executive Branch budget request.
• Process requests from assigned agencies, including budget modification documents and documents for capital projects.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: None required, but professional experience in budget preparation, budget administration, accounting, and/or financial analysis may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Pay

Monthly salary range: $3,600.84 – $5,401.34 (Pay Grade 14).

Schedule

37.5 hours per week. Occasional travel may be required. Primarily office-based work environment.

Additional Information

This position has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.