Business Intelligence Engineer II

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Public Health in Houston seeks a Business Intelligence Engineer II to maintain and enhance financial planning and reporting capabilities. You will develop dashboards, perform data modeling, and support budgeting, forecasting, and performance management for multiple programs.

Under the Budget Manager, you’ll translate complex data into actionable insights for executives, auditors, and stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least three years Finance or data analytics experience.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and PowerBI.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance financial reporting dashboards and reports.
• Support budget development, monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Monitor data discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Develop recurring and ad hoc reports for financial management and compliance.
• Provide technical assistance and training on reporting tools and dashboards.
• Document reporting processes, data definitions, and procedures.
• Participate in upgrades, enhancements, and process improvements.
• Prepare presentations and analytical summaries for leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

MS Office Suite

PowerBI

Communication

Judgment skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

If you’re looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

Our Values

• Transparency - We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity - Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact - We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration - We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

This is a grant-funded position.

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Budget Manager, the Business Intelligence Engineer II is responsible for maintaining and assisting with enhancing business intelligence solutions that support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance management, and operational decision‑making across Harris County Public Health. The position performs intermediate-level data modeling, reporting, dashboard development, and data integration activities to ensure timely, accurate, and meaningful financial and operational information is available to stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance financial reporting dashboards and reports to support departmental decision‑making and operational oversight.
• Support budget development, monitoring, forecasting, and financial performance reporting across all programs and divisions.
• Monitor and investigate data discrepancies, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with internal departments and system owners.
• Develop and maintain recurring and ad hoc reports that support financial management, grant compliance, performance measurement, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Provide technical assistance and training to users on reporting tools, dashboards, and self‑service analytics capabilities.
• Document reporting processes, data definitions, and system procedures to promote consistency and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in system upgrades, reporting enhancements, and process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing operational efficiency and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Aid in preparing presentations, visualizations, and analytical summaries for executive leadership, auditors, and external stakeholders.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274‑5445 or email [e-mail].

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Experience

• At least three (3) years Finance or data analytics experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficient knowledge of PowerBI.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• Excellent reasoning and judgment skills.
• Knowledge of customer service practices and procedures.

Core Competencies

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.
• Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.
• Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.
• Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well‑being.
• Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence‑based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work

• This is a Regular Funded through Special Revenue position.
• Monday – Friday | 8 am – 5 pm
• Other days and hours as necessary.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• May require travel.

Physical Demands

• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some duties would require the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.

Work Location

• Harris County Public Health (1111 Fannin, Houston, 77002)