Job Abstract

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 06/27/2024

CLOSING DATE: 09/27/2024 AT 12:00 MIDNIGHT

SALARY RANGE: $72,624.00 – $98,980.00 USD Annually

CLASS DESCRIPTION

The City of Baltimore’s Department of Finance (DOF) is seeking a self-motivated Program Analyst with excellent verbal, analytical, computational, and writing skills. The Analyst will serve in the Fiscal Integrity Of?ce in the Department of Finance. The Program Analyst will review applications for various tax credit programs and will play a key role in ensuring program integrity by meticulously analyzing data, reviewing financials, and performing in-depth policy analysis of the legislation governing each credit.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently review tax credit applications for accuracy and compliance with program guidelines.
• Conduct thorough data analysis to assess eligibility.
• Examine financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Perform comprehensive policy analysis to ensure applications align with the intent of the governing legislation.
• Effectively communicate with applicants, program managers, and stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant tax laws and regulations.
• Calculate tax credit amounts based on program regulations and applicable data.
• Interpret and apply a variety of laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Master’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited College or University with advanced coursework in ?nance, accounting, public policy analysis, business administration, business process reengineering, real estate, or law.

AND

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of four years of experience in one of these or a related ?eld is preferred. The successful candidate will have strong Excel skills.

Practical experience in legal frameworks and the development of rules and regulations, as well as pro?ciency in GIS, SQL, or Python, will be considered a plus but are not required.

OR

NOTE(EQUIVALENCIES): A bachelor’s degree, including advanced courses in quantitative methods and two years of additional experience, may be substituted for a master’s degree.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and peers.

NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Financial Disclosure:

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. 

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