Senior Staff Analyst

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Financial Planning and Analysis
Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
*Subject to Change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Finance Director’s Office Senior Staff Analyst will play an intricate role completing special projects, and develop reports for the director, coordinating with City Departments for results that matter most to citizens.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Investigates and makes recommendations for addressing issues of medium to high complexity and/or sensitivity.
• Compiles data, produces information and interprets results through conclusion or recommendation formulation. Develops reports, special documents or publications as assigned.
• Manage Director’s calendar and messaging system.
• Completes special projects as assigned, working on a wide variety of financial, administrative, professional, management and community issues and problems of medium to high complexity.
• Handles highly confidential information.

• Negotiates solutions for problems of medium to high complexity as assigned by supervisor.
• Oversees communication with department personnel on behalf of the director.
• Participates in evaluation and design of workflow, processes, various operations systems, etc.
• Develops technological solutions and systems for continuous improvement programs and other appropriate applications.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION 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 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

Preferences will be given to applicants with:

• Effective problem solving, presentation and coaching skills.
• Advanced Excel skills to manipulate extensive data sets and produce reports is required
• Strong financial analytical ability
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate comfortably and at appropriate level of summary and detail across multiple levels.
• Ability to multi-task in a high volume fast paced environment.
• Critical thinking for concise and effective management reporting

**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
The department will administer and the applicant must successfully complete a skills-assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing 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 posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov or call (832)393-6020.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm .

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832)393-6020. (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 the 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
• 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

Closing Date/Time: 11/20/2026 11:59 PM Central