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Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: January 4, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s): 1297-NN_ADMINPRO - Budget/Policy Analyst, 1297-YN_ADMINPRO - Budget/Policy Analyst
Business Title: Budget/Policy Analyst
Employee Type: Admin. Professional
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic role in supporting Washington State University's financial health, long-range planning, and commitment to excellence. As a Budget & Policy Analyst, you will join a collaborative, high-impact team that works closely with leaders across the institution to shape policies, guide financial decision-making, and strengthen the University's ability to deliver on its mission.
In this role, you will analyze complex financial data, support development of the biennial and supplemental budget requests, and help create and refine budgetary and accounting policies that affect the entire University. You will have the opportunity to build strong partnerships with colleges, campuses, and administrative units by providing clear guidance, meaningful insights, and responsive support. Your work will directly influence major institutional initiatives, revenue and expenditure forecasts, special programs, and systemwide financial planning.
This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy problem-solving, improving processes, interpreting data, and contributing to high-visibility projects that make a measurable difference. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise is valued and your work strengthens the University's long-term success, we encourage you to apply to be a part of our team.
Additional Information:
This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.
Monthly Salary: $4,942.10 - $7,569.55 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or public administration or other relevant field and four (4) years of experience in finance or budget administration which has included the use and development of spreadsheets, graphics and databases. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint for collaboration and document management.
Experience performing complex data and financial analysis rapidly and accurately.
Experience analyzing the effects of proposed rules, regulations, policies and/ or procedures.
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment, tact and diplomacy.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a broad spectrum of personnel: from executives to departmental administrators to fiscal and office support staff.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in business administration, public administration, business management, accounting, or related field.
Experience preparing and explaining ad hoc reports to internal and external constituencies.
Experience with data analysis and visualization involving large data sets.
Area/College: Finance and Operations Department Name: Budget Office Location: Pullman
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Resume 2) Cover Letter
External candidates, upload all documents in the 'Application Document' section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type: Full time
Position Term: 12 Month
Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
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In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.
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Washington State University is a public research university committed to its land-grant heritage and tradition of service to society. Washington State College was established in 1890 as a land-grant institution. It has become a distinguished public research university, but its mission remains rooted in accessibility and public service.For more than 130 years, we have strived to unlock possibilities by empowering students, faculty, and others to create a world where all people can thrive.In that spirit, our community welcomes scholars from around the globe and prioritizes equitable opportunities for all.