Senior Staff Analyst

Job Description:

Senior Staff Analyst

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division/Section: Financial Management Services/Financial Management Branch
Reporting Location: 611 Walker
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm*
*Subject to change.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The mission of Houston Public Works (HPW) is to provide water and treat wastewater, provide streets and drain storm water, enforce the City's building and development codes; all in an effective, efficient and responsible manner to serve our customers.

Under the leadership of the Assistant Director of the Capital Budget Section the Senior Staff Analyst will serve as a project scheduler for Houston Public Works' Capital Improvement Program (CIP) within Financial Management Services - Capital Projects. The Senior Staff Analyst will assist with meeting the goal of improving utilization of funding capacity through optimizing the allocation of funding resources for projects.

The ideal candidate is organized and detail-oriented; has demonstrated experience with project development and implementation; and is a collaborator who can relate project design and construction risks to the project programming process and sound budget management.

The Senior Staff Analyst duties will include but are not limited to:

• Assesses, tracks, and reports on project milestones to ensure programmed projects are achievable within established CIP budgets and timelines
• Develops and utilizes data analytics and data management tools to inform programming and financial decisions
• Coordinates with multiple internal teams/departments and external entities to evaluate project status
• Assists in addressing project issues and unmanaged risks to project delivery through appropriate escalation
• Resolves conflicts between programmed funding and actual project costs, as well as planned timelines and actual project milestones
• Develops or helps develop standard policies and procedures
• Develops understanding of how a process or system should function under ideal conditions and effectively conveys this to others
• Collaborates, cooperates, and builds effective working relationships with internal and external customers to accomplish organizational goals
• Responds to requests and inquiries from department stakeholders, executive management, and outside entities
• Represents the department at conferences and meetings
• Performs personnel functions, such as evaluating staff performance, interviewing prospective personnel, staff training, and recommending disciplinary action.
• Other special projects as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about standing, walking, etc.
This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

Substitution: Graduate degrees related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five (5) years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed are required.

Substitution: Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience in project development and management, with additional preference for those with programming and/or capital budgeting experience.

Preference given to candidates with valid driver's license and can meet City of Houston AP 2-2 driving requirement.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 28

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6032.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6032 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 8/28/2025 10:00 AM Central

Salary:

$3,220.00 - $4,434.79 Biweekly