SENIOR STAFF ANALYST

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted from: Housing & Community Development Department

PN 39978

Division: Multifamily
Reporting Location: 2100 Travis, Houston, TX 77002
Workdays & Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday*
* Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The City of Houston’s Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) seeks to create a city in which every resident has an affordable home in a community where they can thrive. Partnering with non-profit, governmental, and local entities, HCD strives to strengthen Houston’s neighborhoods and provide true housing choices.

To achieve this vision, HCDD is seeking a Senior Staff Analyst to join its team. In this position, you will provide professional analytical, administrative and/or management duties assigned by supervisor level and above.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigates and make recommendations for addressing issues of medium to high complexity and/or sensitivity.
• Assigned management responsibility on a limited basis for certain functions, units or programs. May also function as a lead.
• Compiles data, produces information and interprets results through conclusion or recommendation formulation. Develop reports and special documents assigned.
• Completes special projects as assigned, working on a wide variety of financial, administrative, professional, management issues and problems of medium to high complexity.
• Prepares, edits and revises division policy and procedures. Responds to correspondence, request for information, etc. as assigned by supervisor.
• Represents supervisor at meetings and functions to gather and to articulate supervisor’s opinions and recommendations.
• Negotiates solutions for problems of medium to high complexity as assigned by supervisor.
• Interpret division policy and oversees communication with department personnel regarding policy.

Essential Attributes

• Detail Oriented: The job requires a high level of organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, analysis, and innovative problem-solving.
  

• Motivated: Must be a self-starter who is well-organized with strong analytical skills and works well in a team environment.
• Strategic/Critical Thinker: Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to make reasoned judgments and translate complex subject matter into clear policy guidance

This is a grant funded position subject to cancellation when funds are depleted and/or contract period ends.

WORKING CONDITIONS
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or a field directly related to the work performed.

Graduate degrees related to the type of work performed may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Five years of professional administrative, financial, or analytical experience related to the type of work being

performed are required.

Substitutions

• Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERENCES

**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
Department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing, and if it is a promotional position, the candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Pay Grade 28
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the 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 832.394.6200.

If you need special services or accommodation, call 832.394.6200. (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.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity
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: 11/17/2026 11:59 PM Central