Management Analyst II

Posting number: 39617

Department: Houston Public Works

Division: Transportation & Drainage Operations (TDO)

Job classification: MANAGEMENT ANALYST II

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Accounting and Finance, Public Works

Summary

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSON INTERESTED
Division/Section: Transportation & Drainage Operations/Business Support Service Branch
Reporting Location: 611 Walker St., 21st Floor
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.*
*Subject to change.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Management Analyst II provides analytical and administrative support for financial, operational, and asset-management functions. This position assists in monitoring, evaluating, and improving financial, inventory, and fixed-asset processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency across the department.

• Researches, analyzes, and monitors financial, operational, and management reports to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Assists in preparing and evaluating financial and management reports; identifies and implements tools and solutions that enhance efficiency and performance.
• Conducts audits and needs assessments to document, evaluate, and strengthen financial procedures, management practices, and compliance with policies.
• Develops training materials and user documentation for financial and asset-related systems; provides user training and ongoing support.
• Supports the annual physical inventory process by verifying asset locations, ensuring accurate documentation, and completing required reports.
• Tracks and updates documentation for all asset movements; ensures data accuracy and completeness within the asset-management system.
• Monitors approved equipment maintenance costs; analyzes trends based on the department’s five-year replacement plan and provides recommendations to the Fixed Asset Coordinator.
• Collects necessary documentation and prepares proof-of-delivery packets for newly received vehicles, rental fleet units, and other asset-related transactions.
• Maintains organized and compliant records for fixed-asset transactions, inventory activities, maintenance approvals, and related financial documentation.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONSThe position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, etc.

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

Examples of duties

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

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two years of professional experience in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration or a field directly related to the job are required.

Substitutions:Four years of pertinent professional or para-professional experience may substitute for the education requirement. An Associate’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a closely related field and two years of pertinent professional or para-professional experience may substitute for the education 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.

Qualifications

• Effective problem solving, presentation and coaching skills.

• Ability to multi-task in a high volume, fast paced environment.

• Self-starter and committed to completing tasks timely.

• Strategically minded, who can work well, both independently and in a team environment.

• The ability to organize and prioritize assigned task

• Detail Oriented

• Innovative problem-solving skills

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.

Supplemental 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 INFORMATIONFactors 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 - 18

APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly 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.

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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.