Fiscal Policy Analysts

OPB’s duties include developing the Governor's annual budget recommendations and providing high-quality financial and policy analysis to the Governor’s Office. They also involve assessing legislation for fiscal impact and monitoring state agencies’ spending for budgetary compliance. OPB could not fulfill these important responsibilities without the hard work and dedication of its Fiscal Policy Analysts.

Working as an OPB analyst is a unique and engaging way to serve the state of Georgia. Analysts are responsible for a wide variety of duties, including:

• Developing budget recommendations based on research and analysis of agency budget requests
• Monitoring state agency operating budgets for compliance with state laws, policies, and the Governor's public policy goals 
• Tracking and reviewing legislation for potential budgetary impacts
• Visiting state agency facilities to gain deeper understanding of state agencies' missions and operations

Analysts are assigned to one of the following divisions:

• Education
• Human and Health Services
• Physical and Economic Development
• Public Safety
• Planning & Strategy

Learn more about being an OPB Fiscal Policy Analyst by watching the video below. Links to job openings (including detailed job descriptions) for analyst positions will be posted on our How to Apply page.