SENIOR STAFF ANALYST

POSITION OVERVIEW

We collaborate closely with many partners, including the Houston Planning and Development Department, METRO transit agency, Houston Police Department, private developers, advocacy groups, and neighborhood associations to ensure that projects are coordinated. In this role, we can have significant impacts on a wide variety of significant projects in the 4th largest city in America. We also work directly with HPW’s maintenance groups and issue work orders to them for rapid roadway improvements to operations and safety.

This position will lead efforts for the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program which works to improve neighborhood quality of life by implementing “Traffic Calming” measures to reduce excessive vehicular speeds and cut-through traffic on neighborhood streets.

Specific duties of this position will include but are not limited to:

• Investigates and makes recommendations for addressing issues of medium to high complexity and/or sensitivity.
• Assigned management responsibilities on an occasional basis for certain functions, units or programs.
• Compiles data, produces information and interprets results through conclusion or recommendation formulation. Develops reports, special documents or publications as assigned.
• Completes special projects as assigned, working on a wide variety of financial, administrative, professional, management and community issues and problems of medium to high complexity.
• Represents supervisor at meetings and functions to gather information and to articulate supervisor's opinions and recommendations.
• Handles highly confidential information.
• Prepares, edits and revises department policy and procedure manuals. Responds to correspondence, requests for information, etc. as assigned by supervisor.
• Participates in the development of management and administrative policies, procedures and master plans with both short and long term objectives. Analyzes and reviews management practices and procedures and develops recommendations for improvement.
• Negotiates solutions for problems of medium to high complexity as assigned by supervisor.
• Interprets administrative policies and oversees communication with departmental personnel regarding these policies.
• Participates in evaluation and design of workflow, processes, various operations systems, etc.
• Develops technological solutions and systems for continuous improvement programs and other appropriate applications.

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.

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 years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed are required.

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

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Able to handle multiple, competing, and changing priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including:
  • Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint
• Proficiency with GIS
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player attitude, and the ability to establish excellent working relationships at diverse levels

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
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 832-395-2976.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2976 (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.