Staff Analyst

Staff Analyst

Salary

$2,916.00 - $3,106.00 Biweekly

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39887

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

11/13/2026

Closing Date

12/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Department/Section: Director's Office / Chief of Staff Office

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

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.*

• Subject to Change

ABOUT HOUSTON PUBLIC WORKS (HPW)

Houston Public Works (HPW) plays a vital role in building, maintaining, and enhancing the infrastructure that keeps Houston moving and supports the quality of life of its residents, businesses, and communities. As one of the City of Houston's largest departments, HPW is responsible for the planning, operation, maintenance, construction management, and technical engineering of the city's essential public infrastructure.

With a workforce of approximately 4,900 employees, HPW oversees a broad and complex portfolio of critical services and assets, including water and wastewater systems, roadways, bridges, traffic and mobility systems, stormwater drainage, permitting, solid waste, and other infrastructure and public services. HPW is at the forefront of Houston's continued growth and its efforts to build a more resilient, sustainable, and connected city. Through long-term planning, strategic investment, innovation, and responsible stewardship of public resources, the department works to ensure that Houston's infrastructure can meet the needs of a growing and dynamic community.

With a commitment to excellence, accountability, and service, Houston Public Works helps lay the foundation for Houston's future-delivering the infrastructure and essential services that enable the city to thrive today and for generations to come.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides professional analytical, administrative, and management systems support to the Houston Public Works (HPW) Chief of Staff Office and senior leadership in monitoring organizational priorities. The position supports a range of high-priority initiatives and operational projects across the Director and Chief of Staff's office. This includes analysis of operational data and decision-support reporting through the development and maintenance of datasets, contribution to Power BI dashboards, and preparation of reports to identify trends, track progress, and inform leadership decisions.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Houston Public Works divisions to collect and validate information, maintaining structured tracking of priority processes and initiatives, developing and maintaining datasets, dashboards, and reports to support leadership visibility and decision-making.

The role emphasizes translating data into actionable insights, tracking progress against key priorities, and identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.

The Staff Analyst also supports cross-functional projects, event coordination, and external partnership activities, contributes to process improvements and reporting standardization, and enhances workflow efficiency. This position works collaboratively with city departments to support aligned initiatives while maintaining a primary focus on operational tracking, reporting, and project execution for the Chief of Staff and Director's offices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operational tracking and coordination: Maintains structured tracking of active initiatives and priority processes, including status, key milestones, and required actions; monitors timelines and follows up with divisions and stakeholders to ensure timely progress; provides regular status updates to the Director's Office.
• Data collection and analysis: Coordinates with divisions to gather, validate, and analyze operational data; identifies trends, risks, and performance gaps; prepares clear, actionable reports to support leadership decision-making and track progress against priorities.
• Data QA/QC and dataset management: Performs quality assurance on datasets, including reconciliation of source data, validation of metric definitions, and documentation of assumptions and business rules to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Dashboard development and reporting: Develops, updates, and maintains dashboards and standardized reports that provide visibility into key initiatives, operational metrics, and performance trends; uses reporting tools to highlight bottlenecks and support executive-level decision-making.
• Process documentation and improvement: Develops and maintains process documentation, trackers, templates, and reporting tools; identifies opportunities to improve data collection, reporting workflows, and coordination across teams.
• Project and initiative support: Supports and may independently execute high-priority projects, including research, benchmarking, analysis, reporting, and coordination across divisions; contributes to workflow improvements and implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Stakeholder and event coordination: Coordinates with internal divisions and external partners to support meetings, events, and collaborative initiatives; assists with logistics, tracking deliverables, and follow-up activities.
• Confidential information: Handles sensitive and confidential information related to organizational priorities with discretion and appropriate controls.
• Cross-departmental collaboration: Works with other city departments to support aligned initiatives, data coordination, and reporting needs.
• Analytical and project support: Prepares summaries, briefings, and status reports for leadership; maintains organized documentation for projects and initiatives.
• Analysis and recommendations: Investigates operational issues, evaluates current processes, and develops recommendations to improve performance, efficiency, and coordination.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is substantially complex and varied and requires interpretation of technical and detailed guidelines, policies, and procedures. Strong analytic ability is needed to gather, interpret and develop recommendations based on analysis of multiple factors. Some assignments may be non-routine and require the exercise of independent judgment under general guidance.

Essentially normal office environment; physically comfortable work with discretion about walking/standing; ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelors 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

• Demonstrated experience developing, report publishing, and maintaining Power BI dashboards.
• Experience performing QA/QC on datasets, including reconciliation, anomaly detection and validation checks.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, Power Pivot, Power Query, formulas, data validation).
• Experience contributing to KPI definitions, data dictionaries, standardized templates, and/or process documentation to support consistent reporting and continuous improvement.
• Experience coordinating projects across multiple stakeholders and supporting external partnerships (universities, community colleges, trade schools, workforce organizations).
• Demonstrated initiative and proactive problem-solving skills, including the ability to independently identify emerging issues, conduct research and analysis, anticipate operational needs, and recommend solutions or process improvements with minimal direction.

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 Yes

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 candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 26

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 832-393-6737.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393-6737. (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 individuals 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
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• 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

What is the highest level of education you have obtained?

• None of the above
• High School Diploma/GED equivalency
• Associate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.
• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field
• Masters degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

02

How many years of professional experience do you have performing analytical work involving operational data, performance measurement, financial analysis, management systems, or organizational processes?

• I have less than 1 year of experience
• I have 1 year but less than 3 years' experience
• I have 3 years but less than 5 years' experience
• I have 5 years but less than 7 years' experience
• I have 7 years but less than 10 years' experience
• I have more than 10 years' experience

03

How many years of professional experience do you have developing, maintaining, or improving Power BI dashboards or other business intelligence and data visualization reports?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more
• I have no related professional experience

04

Which of the following analytical activities have you performed as part of your professional work? (Select all that apply.)

• Collected, consolidated, and analyzed operational data from multiple sources to evaluate organizational or program performance
• Developed or maintained datasets, data models, or structured reporting systems for recurring analysis
• Developed, published, or maintained dashboards and analytical reports using Power BI or comparable tools
• Defined, calculated, or monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure performance, progress, or operational efficiency
• Conducted data reconciliation, validation, or anomaly detection to verify the accuracy and consistency of reported information
• Conducted research or benchmarking to evaluate organizational practices, performance measures, or operational outcomes
• Evaluated operational processes or management systems to identify inefficiencies, performance gaps, or opportunities for improvement
• Developed standardized metric definitions, data dictionaries, or analytical methodologies to support consistent reporting
• Developed data-supported findings and recommendations for management decision-making
• None of the above

05

Which of the following best describes your professional experience developing and maintaining analytical datasets and reporting processes using Microsoft Excel or comparable data analysis tools?

• No experience: I have not developed or maintained analytical datasets or reporting processes. • Basic: I have organized data, performed basic calculations, and prepared routine spreadsheet reports.
• Intermediate: I have used formulas, PivotTables, and data validation to analyze datasets, reconcile information, and produce recurring reports.
• Advanced: I have used Power Query, Power Pivot, advanced formulas, or comparable tools to combine, transform, and analyze data from multiple sources and improve recurring reporting processes.
• Expert: I have developed and maintained complex, repeatable data preparation and reporting workflows, standardized calculations and data structures, and improved the reliability or efficiency of analytical reporting.

06

Which of the following best describes your professional experience conducting quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on datasets used for analytical reporting and management decision-making?

• No experience: I have not performed professional data quality assurance or quality control.
• Basic: I have reviewed data for missing values, duplicate records, or obvious errors using established procedures.
• Intermediate: I have reconciled data against source records, validated calculations, and investigated discrepancies to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Advanced: I have independently assessed data quality across multiple sources, investigated anomalies or conflicting results, and documented assumptions and business rules affecting reported results.
• Expert: I have developed or improved data validation methodologies and quality control standards, resolved complex data integrity issues, and established repeatable processes to improve the reliability of organizational reporting.

07

Which of the following best describes your professional experience analyzing operational performance and developing recommendations for management?

• No experience: I have not conducted professional operational performance analysis.
• Basic: I have compiled information and prepared descriptive summaries or reports for others to evaluate.
• Intermediate: I have analyzed operational information, identified trends or discrepancies, and prepared findings or recommendations for review by a supervisor or manager.
• Advanced: I have independently analyzed information from multiple sources, evaluated performance trends and contributing factors, identified operational problems or improvement opportunities, and developed evidence-based recommendations for management.
• Expert: I have conducted complex analyses involving multiple programs, organizational units, or competing operational considerations; evaluated potential solutions and their implications; and presented comprehensive findings and recommendations to senior or executive management.

08

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 general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/