forecast And Research Analyst/senior forecast And Research Analyst - (Olympia, WA)

Description The Office of Financial Management's (OFM's) mission is to provide accurate and timely info, fiscal services, and policy support that the Governor, Legislature, and state agencies need to serve the people of Washington State. The Forecasting and Research Division supports OFM's mission by providing high quality data and objective analyses on key issues affecting the state budget and policy development. Forecasting and Research Division activities include:budget driver and expenditure forecasts, research, and monitoring; population estimates, forecasts, and census data; and statewide economic research to support fiscal planning and economic policy decisions. This position will conduct analyses in support of the Medicaid forecast and the Washington State All Payer Claims Database (WA-APCD) health care price transparency project. Duties Major Responsibilites: Work with the supervisor to identify Medicaid forecast issues. Develop research/analysis proposals and methodologies.