Drinking Water Analytics & Operations Lead

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Senior Staff Analyst for Drinking Water Operations to strengthen operational effectiveness and modernize data systems. The role develops databases, dashboards, and KPI reporting while coordinating procurement, budgets, and contract activities to support leadership decisions.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration and at least five years of professional analytical or financial experience, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Analytical ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to research, evaluate, and streamline procurement and contract processes.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and maintaining databases, Power Apps, digital tools, and dashboards to support DWO operations, regulatory compliance, and reporting needs.
• Developing, compiling, and maintaining operational reports, monthly KPIs, performance dashboards, technical summaries, and analytical materials.
• Monitoring budget performance, performing procurement card analysis, and preparing financial summaries
• Tracking overtime usage, analyzing cost impacts, and preparing budgetary insights for senior leadership.
• Evaluating procurement workflows, contract processes, vendor performance, and purchasing documentation
• Coordinating procurement-related documentation, tracking requisitions, supporting contract renewals, and ensuring alignment with City policies and procedures.
• Maintaining knowledge of current AWWA standards and water treatment best practices to support DWO operations.
• Evaluating operational, administrative, procurement, vehicle/fleet, and contract workflows to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.

Skills

Analytical ability

Budget planning

Procurement analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Tools

Power Apps

Job description

The City of Houston is seeking a Senior Staff Analyst for Drinking Water Operations to strengthen operational effectiveness and modernize data systems. The role develops databases, dashboards, and KPI reporting while coordinating procurement, budgets, and contract activities to support leadership decisions.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration and at least five years of professional analytical or financial experience, with the ability to