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The City of Houston STAFF ANALYST - Director's Office in Houston, Texas
STAFF ANALYST - Director's Office
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STAFF ANALYST - Director's Office
Salary
$70,226.00 - $139,282.00 Annually
Location
611 Walker Street
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
34366
Department
Houston Public Works
Division
Director's Office
Opening Date
06/25/2024
Closing Date
7/9/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Section: Director’s Office/Internal Review
Reporting Location: 611 Walker, Houston, Texas 77002
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
We are seeking a staff analyst to conduct Internal Reviews/Audits, analyze and evaluate the City’s operations and planning and conducting performance reviews of the department’s programs and activities. The ideal candidate will assist the Senior Division Manager and additional team members in the division with all aspects of Internal Review, Internal and External Audits Coordination, manage subrogation, special projects and duties as assigned. Performs/coordinates Enterprise Risk Assessment (ERA), interviews, analysis, development of findings, and presentation of results.
The Staff Analyst responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Work with Internal Review Division team members to conduct, ERA (Enterprise Risk Assessment, ERM (Enterprise Risk Management), Internal reviews/audits/identify effectiveness and efficiency within the identified programs and HPW.
Prepare audit/review/professional reports.
Review City of Houston department programs and operations.
Investigates and makes recommendations for addressing issues of medium complexity and/or sensitivity.
Compiles data, produces information and interprets results through conclusion or recommendation formulation. Develops reports, special documents or publications as assigned.
Completes special projects as assigned, working on a wide variety of financial, administrative, professional, management and community issues and problems of simple to medium complexity.
Analyzes and reviews management practices and procedures and develops recommendations for improvement.
Interprets administrative policies and oversees communication with department personnel regarding these policies.
Participates in evaluation and design of workflow, processes, various operations systems, etc.
Collaboratively research, gather, and validate performance audit information and related data through observation, study, and review.
Develop recommendations, findings, and conclusions based upon analysis, ensuring compliance and consistency with Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS); develop work from collected and documented evidence to support conclusions and recommendations.
Perform audit-related oral presentations and briefings.
Perform audit follow-up work for assigned audits.
Conduct Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Abilities:
ERA and ERM experience.
Identify effective and efficient practices, procedures, and methodologies with an emphasis on operational performance.
Analyze program operations, policies, procedures, and control mechanisms, identify deficiencies and problem areas, and prepare appropriate recommendations for remedial action.
Conduct effective internal reviews/audits/special projects consistent with Administration’s priorities and goals.
Technical Skills and Additional Abilities:
Excellent report writing and innovations. Exhibit strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Analyze data and transfer data findings to supporting programs such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI.
Recognize and solve problems with an analytical mindset.
Be a self-starter who seeks opportunities to improve and tackles challenges head-on.
Possess an “owner” mindset and seek self-imposed goals and challenges.
Our Core Values: Five to Thrive Values:
This includes demonstrating respect and ownership for our work, daily communication with our teams, acting with integrity in everything we do and delivering on the teamwork that creates the strong foundation for Houston to thrive.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, etc.
This is a Houston Publics Works Department 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.
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.
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 also be given to applicants that possess:
• CPA or CIA or any other professional certification in accounting and auditing.
• Experience in ERA and ERM
• Experience in financial and operational audits.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards.
• Knowledge of governmental/fund accounting.
• Ability to provide administrative and professional leadership and direction to subordinate staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess 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: 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 candidate's 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 832-393-6015.
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
• 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
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Select your highest verifiable level of formal education completed.
Less than a High School Diploma/GED
High School Diploma/GED
Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.
Bachelor 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.
02
What is your degree concentration?
Public Administration
Government or Policy
Business Administration
Finance or Accounting
Other closely related field
I have no degree
03
How many years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience do you have?
At least 1 year of experience.
At least 3 years of experience
At least 5 years of experience
At least 7 years of experience.
No experience
04
Which of the following analytics tool have you created content? (Select all that apply)
Microsoft Power BI
Tableau
Qlik
Audit Management Software
Google Data Studio
SAP Analytics Cloud
Microsoft Excel
Google Sheet
Other
None of the above
05
Work setting experience (Check all that apply).
Audit/evaluation programs
Preparing briefing materials and/or other work product to document evidence and analysis to support conclusions
Data analysis
None of the above
06
What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel?
Basic Microsoft Excel: Open files and use page setup, enter, correct, and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows, and columns, understand navigation and movement techniques, use simple arithmetic functions in the formulas, access help, modify a database and insert data from another application, print worksheets and workbooks.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel: Create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets and charts, filter data and manage a filtered list, perform multiple-level sorting, use sorting options, and design considerations, use mathematical, logical, statistical, and financial functions, group and dissociate data and perform interactive analysis, create and modify some Macro commands.
Advance Microsoft Excel: Customize the work area, use advanced functions (INDEX, MATCH, SUMPRODUCT, IF, IS, etc...), work with Pivot Tables, use spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption, use personalized toolbars, perform some programming in VBA.
No experience
07
Are you a current City of Houston HPW employee?
Yes
No
08
Do you have Enterprise Risk Assessment or Enterprise Risk Management Experience?
Yes
No
09
Do you have CPA or CIA or any other accounting/auditing certification?
Yes
No
10
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
11
Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 regarding employment gaps? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application).
Yes
No
Required Question