Management Analyst III (Wastewater Operations)
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Management Analyst III (Wastewater Operations)
Salary
$59,901.66 - $77,499.76 Annually
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
38897
Department
Houston Public Works
Opening Date
06/04/2026
Closing Date
6/17/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSON INTERESTED
SERVICE LINE/SECTION: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations
REPORTING LOCATION: 4545 Groveweay*
WORKDAYS & HOURS: M - F, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists in coordinating the development and implementation of a variety of financial policies, programs, techniques and analyses to effectively prepare budgets and special projects.
Responsibilities:
Prepare, create, analyze, monitor and forecast monthly financial report and annual operating budget.
Provide monthly line-item projections based on thorough review of year-to-date actual and trends.
Reconcile and provide budget vs actual analysis and variance reports.
Performs routine technical work of average complexity involving financial and trend analysis, graphs, charts, and providing recommendations to management related to department operations.
Provide technical assistance and act as liaison to service lines including monthly projection, annual budget, as well as budget transfer and journal entries.
Prepare and develop manuals, reports, analyses and forecasting of data.
Perform other duties and special projects as requested.
The position has significant use of Microsoft Office and SAP
The ideal candidate will have strong written and oral skills and be able to think critically and creatively.
Must be a self-starter and committed to completing tasks timely, which will include working additional hours and/or over the weekend as needed.
Demonstrated customer service skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, internal and external stakeholders.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.
This is a Houston Public Works position at the Tier II 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.
Substitutions: 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 asset management accounting and those with a high proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2) is also desired.
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 832-393-8085.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-8085. (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
Supplemental Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Retirement pension
457 deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
10 days of vacation each year
13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
Compensable Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Flexible schedules
Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
Professional development opportunities
Transportation/parking plan
Section 125 pretax deductions
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
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 a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
02
Please select your highest level of education completed.
Less than a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher
03
If your degree was completed in a directly related field of study, please state the degree concentration obtained. ("See Resume" is not an acceptable answer. If this statement does not apply to you, please @type N/A.)
04
How many years of professional experience do you have in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration, or a field directly related to the job?
Less than 2 years
2 years but less than 4 years
4 years or more
I have no experience
05
Do you have a valid/current driver's license?
Yes
No
My license is currently valid but from another state.
06
Please indicate your "highest" level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks, enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a Worksheet, creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail.
INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, merges; manage table data, sort and filter merges, reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message.
ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges, advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data in Excel, delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar.
EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, manage Macro commands, and create MS Excel applications, managing multiple calendars.
No Experience
07
What is the largest budget amount that you have been previously assigned to have responsibility for?
Below $100,000
$100,000 to $500,000
$500,000 to $1,000,000
$1,000,000 to $100,000,000
Over $100,000,000
08
How many years of professional experience do you have reviewing, monitoring, or managing contracts?
Less than 1 year
1 year but less than 3 years
3 years but less than 6 years
6 years or more
I have no experience
09
Are you currently a COH employee in Houston Public Works department?
Yes
No
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