POSITION OVERVIEW

Overview
The Houston Public Works Department (HPW) is the largest and most diverse public works organization in the country. The department is responsible for streets, drainage, producing and distributing water, collecting and treating wastewater, and permitting and regulation of construction. Accredited by the American Public Works Association, our over 4,000 dedicated public servants work together to create a strong foundation for Houston to thrive.

Within the Department, the Houston Permitting Center Service Line (HPC) administers & enforces over 400 permit types for the City of Houston and its jurisdictions, annually reviews over 65 thousand commercial & residential plans, and manages over $80M in revenue and expenditures, respectively, related to permitting & regulatory operations. All 600+ members of the Houston Permitting Center are service providers committed to safe community development through the permitting and regulation of public and private construction and is home to three branches of service: Building Code Enforcement, Office of the City Engineer, and Business Support Services.

Together, we work to get your project approved in two.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

As the Financial Analyst III, you will provide financial analysis and support to the HPC service line which is critical to operations to ensure resource availability and cost alignment.
Key values & priorities include:

• Respect
  • Leads and fosters an environment rooted in respect, inclusion, and teamwork.
  • Supports new & innovative ideas through collaboration and brainstorming.
• Ownership
  • Performs analysis of historical and forecast data to provide reports to assist management in fiscal decision-making.
  • Compiles and retains financial files for all budget, disaster, and procurement-related activities.
  • Assists with the preparation of monthly and year-end closings and analysis.
• Communication
  • Facilitates communication and understanding between the finance and operations functions.
  • Prepares and participates in monthly/quarterly financial meetings for discussion and review of monthly financial reports.
  • Liaises with disaster contractors, City departments, and other internal partners to coordinate the disaster recovery process.
• Integrity
  • Prepares, analyzes, and interprets complex financial and non-financial information and recommends improvement opportunities.
  • Gathers and reviews disaster support documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local rules and regulations before submission.
  • Produces monthly financial reports; including monthly reports of expenditures/revenues, budget transfers, and provide other necessary reports to management as requested.
  • Monitors administrative staff on account reconciliation and revenue refunds.
• Team Work
  • Conducts special and ad hoc information requests. Reports results of findings to immediate, middle, and senior management.
  • Assists with the preparation of annual budgets, updates, and strategic plans for assigned areas.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four (4) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field are required.

Substitutions: Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement. A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the above experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None

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 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 (832-393-6015).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (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.