City of Houston Public Works Department seeks Management Analyst III

Salary: $2,283.89 – $2,599.68 Biweekly

Location: Houston, TX

Job Type: Full Time

Department: Houston Public Works

Job Number: 30466

Section: Houston Water/Planning

Reporting Location: 611 Walker St.

Workday and Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Program Development Analyst will assist the Program Development Lead for Water Programs in the development and implementation of quantifiable water conservation programs, such as, but not limited to, the Wholesale Water Conservation Program, the Smart Utility Check-up Program, and the Multi-Family High-Efficiency Showerhead and Toilet Rebate Program. This job will oversee background research of the programs, communication with stakeholders, and data analysis, including identifying and tracking quantifiable water savings, in addition to preparing purchasing documentation and budget tracking. Additionally, this position will help in the planning and tracking of the Sanitary Sewer Overflow Prevention Program, event planning and coordination, and attending outreach events. This position will create presentations, develop marketing and promotional plans, and produce content for messaging of these programs. The Management Analyst III will also research grant possibilities, participate in the creation of the application, and, if awarded, assist in the compliance tracking. This position will be responsible for tracking potential awards, participate in the writing of the abstract to submit, and assist the Program Development Lead with other duties as assigned.

 RESPONSIBILITIES
 • Assists in the development of policies and procedures for water conservation programs including compiling information and interpreting results.
 • 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.
 • Responds to correspondence, requests for information, etc. as assigned by supervisor.
 • Negotiates solutions for problems of simple to medium complexity as assigned by supervisor.
 • Works with different community stakeholder groups and interdepartmental groups to leverage resources, opportunities, and to promote programs.
 • Provides presentations to the community, stakeholder groups, and interdepartmental groups.
 • Develops marketing, outreach, and promotional plans to support programs.
 • Produces content for marketing materials to support programs, including messaging for social media.
 • Staffs outreach events, camps, and festivals, as needed.
 
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES
 • Organized: Must be able to maintain large quantity of files in both electronic and paper form.
 • Detail Oriented: Must bring the highest level of attentiveness to all work.
 • Motivated: Taking ownership of projects to complete them effectively and efficiently.
 • Articulate: Must display excellent written and oral communication skills, including proficiency with editing, grammar, and punctuation.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable most of the time with occasional periods of stooping, bending, and/or light lifting of materials of up to 20 pounds.

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a field directly related to the job.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four years of professional experience in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration or a field directly related to the job are required. Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement
 
A Master’s degree in a field directly related to the job may substitute for two years of the above experience requirement.
 
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to those with experience in analytical and time sensitive projects and the ability to handle multiple assignments. Excellent writing, presentation, and process improvement skills are preferred.

**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 

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 21

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 832-393-0203.
 
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-0203. (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.