Staff Analyst - Engineering

City of Houston; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 56 000 - 92 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Houston is seeking a Staff Analyst in the Engineering/Business Support Services division, based at 611 Walker St, Houston, TX. You will support Interlocal Agreements, analyze budgets, and coordinate with city departments and external agencies.

Key duties include preparing RCAs with OneMeeting, routing documents for review, maintaining the Agreement tracker, and ensuring compliance throughout the lifecycle. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or related field.
• Three years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience.
• Substitution options exist for education/experience as described.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with project managers and agencies to implement Interlocal Agreements.
• Prepare Request for Council Action (RCA) using OneMeeting.
• Review and route agreement documents for management review and approval.
• Prepare payments correspondence for Interlocal Agreements with City contributions.
• Maintain and update the Agreement tracker for visibility of status.
• Coordinate with City departments and agencies on Agreement matters.
• Identify process efficiency improvements and address non-compliance promptly.
• Communicate updates to stakeholders and perform audits during the lifecycle.
• Represent the department in meetings to gather project information.

Connaissances

Analytical judgment

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Outils

NOVUS

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Engineering/Business Support Services

Reporting Location: 611 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm*

• Subject to Change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

The Staff Analyst will assist the Houston Public Works-Interagency division with the execution of Interlocal Agreements, makes recommendations as required, coordinate and liaison with various Agencies, assess agency and city needs, analyze and confirm budget estimates for accuracy and completeness, and process multiple Agreements simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers, departments, and external agencies to implement and execute Interlocal Agreements.
• Prepares Request for Council Action (RCA) using OneMeeting
• Review and route agreement documents for management review and approval
• Prepares correspondence for payments for Interlocal Agreements with City contributions.
• Maintain and update the Agreement tracker to provide clear visibility into the status of all Agreements
• Coordinates with City departments and agencies on Agreement related matters.
• Identify areas for process efficiency and improvement
• Identify and address any non-compliance issues promptly
• Proactively communicate updates and changes to stakeholders, ensuring information is current throughout the Agreement lifecycle.
• Performs audit checks throughout the life of the Agreements
• Represents the department at meetings to gather general and project information
• Any other duties assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, etc. A portion of these duties will involve the ability to be detailed, speak and write effectively; otherwise, regular office atmosphere with occasional periods of stooping, bending, and lifting up 20 pounds.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works position at the Tier III 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: Three (3) 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

This position requires proficiency in NOVUS, Smartsheet, and Microsoft Suite, research, analytical judgment, and pays attention to details. Good organizational, verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work effectively with all levels of management.

Work is complex and varied, and requires the interpretation of agreement language and project construction timelines. Analytic ability is needed to gather and interpret data where answers can be found only after careful analysis of several facts. Ability to receive and process critical information and feedback effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• 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 skill assessment evaluation.

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 26

Application Procedures

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.