Job Description

Posting number: 39661

Department: Houston Health Department

Job classification: STAFF ANALYST

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Public Health, Database Administration

Summary

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Public Health Sciences and Surveillance

Section: Informatics Program

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm*

Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The position is part of the HHD Informatics Program, Reporting and Onboarding Team. Duties include:

• Investigates and makes recommendations for addressing issues of medium complexity and/or sensitivity.
• May be assigned management responsibilities on a limited basis for certain functions, units, or programs.
• 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 administrative, professional, management and community issues, quality assurance and problems of simple to medium complexity.
• Represents supervisor at meetings and functions generally to gather information.
• Handles highly confidential information.
• Prepares, edits and revises department policy and procedure manuals.
• Responds to correspondence, requests for information, etc. as assigned by supervisor.
• May participate in the development of management and administrative policies, procedures and master plans with both short and long-term objectives. Analyzes and reviews management practices and procedures and develops recommendations for improvement.
• Negotiates solutions for problems of simple to medium complexity as assigned by supervisor.
• Interprets administrative policies and oversees communication with department personnel regarding these policies
• Participates in evaluation and design of workflow, processes, various operations systems, etc.
• Develop technological solutions and systems for continuous improvement programs and other appropriate applications
• Other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. The position is physically comfortable, the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

Examples of duties

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

Graduates 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.

Qualifications

**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.**

• Expertise in SQL programming and database architecture required
• Experience with Tableau/POWERBI or other data visualization software
• Experience with coding for data analysis R, Python, SAS or other equivalent language
• Preference for those with experience with POWERBI workspaces management

Supplemental information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None. However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if candidate is promoted into this position, he/she must pass an assigned drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

GRANT FUND POSITION

Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. 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 832-393-4888.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832-393-4888). (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.