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SENIOR STAFF ANALYST (Strategic Initiatives)

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SENIOR STAFF ANALYST (Strategic Initiatives)

Salary

$83,720.00 - $104,067.60 Annually

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37667

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

12/04/2025

Closing Date

1/2/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section: Office of the Chief of Staff/Strategic Initiatives

Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street, 25th Floor

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

*Subject to change.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Strategic Initiatives Division, housed within the Office of the Chief of Staff at Houston Public Works (HPW), serves as a departmental support function dedicated to enhancing organizational performance, efficiency, and alignment. The division leverages technical expertise, analytical insight, and tactical execution to identify and address opportunities for improvement across all operational areas. Its primary focus includes operational process improvement, data analytics, performance measurement, and the drafting of policy and procedural recommendations that strengthen department-wide outcomes and advance HPW’s operational priorities.

The Senior Staff Analyst is responsible for identifying operational inefficiencies, conducting advanced analysis, and developing data-driven recommendations that translate into actionable policies and procedures. This role serves as a bridge between operational divisions and the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS) team, ensuring that identified improvements are formalized into workflows, business processes, and department-wide procedures that promote alignment, efficiency, and synergy.

The Senior Staff Analyst is responsible for the following:

+ Conducts advanced analysis of operational workflows to identify inefficiencies, assess performance gaps, and recommend process improvements that enhance service delivery and reduce redundancies across HPW divisions.

+ Drafts recommendations for policy and procedural practices that improve efficiency, clarify expectations, and promote consistent operations in collaboration with the DCOS team and division leadership.

+ Collects, compiles, and interprets operational and performance data to measure program outcomes, assess departmental effectiveness, and identify opportunities for improvement.

+ Ensures accuracy and reliability of complex datasets to support informed decision-making, operational planning, and resource allocation.

+ Coordinates with divisions, sections, and administrative teams to integrate information, align operational practices, and advance shared department-wide initiatives.

+ Supports and tracks cross-divisional projects and process improvement efforts, ensuring deliverables align with departmental priorities and organizational standards.

+ Conducts research and benchmarking to identify emerging trends, best practices, and innovative approaches that enhance efficiency and accountability.

+ Prepares analytical reports, presentations, and summaries that communicate findings, recommendations, and outcomes to executive leadership and interdepartmental workgroups.

+ Represents the Senior Assistant Director or designated leadership in meetings, workgroups, and committees to present data-informed recommendations, gather insights, and promote coordinated operational improvement.

+ Handles confidential or sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and sound analytical judgment.

+ Extracts, consolidates, and analyzes data from multiple sources including databases, systems, and spreadsheets, and supports data linking for the development and maintenance of integrated departmental databases.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II 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.

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.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates that have/demonstrate:

+ A STEM-related degree and/or a Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.

+ Proven ability as a self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Experience in project management, including planning, scoping, budgeting, and scheduling complex initiatives.

+ Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or equivalent platforms, with the ability to present complex information clearly to executive leadership.

+ Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) and policy analysis experience that support operational efficiency and organizational alignment.

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: 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 832-393-6015.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6015 (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

01

Please select the best scenario below that describes your level of education:

+ High School Diploma/ GED

+ Associate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field

+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field

+ Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field

+ I do not have a degree

02

How many years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed do you have?

+ Less than 3 years

+ 3 - 4 years

+ 5 - 6 years

+ 7 - 8 years

+ 9 years or more

03

Do you have experience extracting and integrating data from multiple systems, databases, or applications?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If answered 'Yes' to above question, briefly describe the types of systems you've worked with and the tools you used.

05

Have you used analytical tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, or SharePoint to develop reports, analyze data or performance analyses? For each tool listed, briefly describe how you have used it and what types of tasks or projects you applied it to.

06

Do you have experience validating data accuracy and ensuring data integrity across large or diverse datasets?

+ Yes, I’ve been solely responsible for data validation and integrity checks.

+ Yes, I’ve contributed to data validation as part of a team.

+ No, but I have experience with data management tasks and am eager to learn.

+ No, I have limited experience with data validation.

07

Have you coordinated technical or data-related projects across multiple divisions or teams?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If answered 'Yes' to above question, briefly describe one project, including the teams or departments involved and your role in coordinating the project.

09

Are you able to independently manage multiple technical tasks or deadlines with minimal supervision? If yes, please describe how you approach prioritizing tasks, managing deadlines, and staying organized to ensure successful completion.

10

Have you ever provided data-driven insights or recommendations to stakeholders that influenced business decisions?

+ Yes

+ No

11

If answered 'Yes' to above question, briefly describe a scenario.

12

Do you have experience identifying opportunities for process improvement using data or analysis?

+ Yes

+ No

13

If answered 'Yes' to above question, please provide a brief example of how you contributed to a process improvement.

14

What is your level of experience with creating dashboards or developing business reports?

+ I have extensive experience building dashboards and reports from scratch, using multiple data sources.

+ I have experience creating reports but not dashboards.

+ I have limited experience in both, but I am eager to learn.

+ I have no experience.

15

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

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