Senior Program Analyst

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

About Harris County Flood Control District:

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County the third most populated county in the United States with a population in excess of 4.7 million including the City of Houston the nations fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county which consist of approximately 1500 channels totaling nearly 2500 miles in length as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins totaling more than 10000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.

What you will do atHarris County Flood Control District:

Harris County Flood Control District is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Senior Program Analyst.

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County which is the third most populated county in the United States with a population in excess of 4.7 million including the City of Houston the nations fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county which consist of approximately 1500 channels totaling nearly 2500 miles in length as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins totaling more than 10000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including greens bayou.

Reporting to the Chief of Staff the Senior Program Analyst applies analytical skills program management and project methodologies to cross-department performance management administrative budget finance and other major initiatives to enhance the Flood Control Districts performance and efficiencies.

Essential Functions and Duties:
Performance Monitoring & Evaluation:

Monitor track outline analyze and evaluate key performance indicators performing root cause analysis where problems exist and facilitate the formulation of solutions with staff. Develop data driven tools and/or work with existing performance management staff to evaluate and use current systems.
Conducts quantitative and qualitative analyses as required consistent with commonly accepted practices for program evaluation. Conducts critical comprehensive investigations to evaluate the impact of specific policies and procedures.

Reporting & Communication:

Develop reports memos presentations special documents publications on complex issues and conduct briefings for senior leadership.
Confers regularly with management to keep apprised of new or changing processes procedures requirements and special priority matters.

Strategic Projects & Initiatives:

Lead cross-functional special projects and initiatives that achieve the organizational strategic plan and goals.
Participate in developing management and administrative policies procedures and strategic plans with short and long-term objectives and deliver more efficient operation.

Administrative Support:

Provide administrative support to the Chief of Staff as necessary.

Additional Responsibilities and Duties:

Assume additional responsibilities as required adapting to the Districts evolving demands responsibilities needs and objectives.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations please call or email.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Experience:

Five (5) years of experience as a program analyst or related field.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of program evaluation performance management and process improvement techniques and their application.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written format.
Strong skills using Microsoft Office and other applications (Outlook Word PowerPoint Excel TEAMS SharePoint Adobe Power BI etc.) including complex Excel functions pivot tables charts etc.
Develop standard operating procedures written protocol and guidance materials.
Experience working with executives and handling highly confidential information.
Be responsive to numerous concurrent requests and establish priorities to advance a large body of work.
Conduct research on the feasibility of proposed solutions to operational gaps or inconsistencies to positively influence the overall department mission.

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Licensure:

Valid Class C Texas Drivers License(preferred)

General Information

Position Type Salary:

Regular Full-Time
Salary: To be discussed at interview

Location:

Executive - 9900 Northwest Freeway Houston TX 77092

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Occasional standing and walking; prolonged sitting
Occasional ascending/descending stairs stooping bending reaching lifting and carrying of items up to 15 pounds.
Occasional sorting filing shelving and handling of documents books files file drawers and related materials and equipment required for clerical operations.
Occasional driving a vehicle with automatic controls.
Work is performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting temperature air conditioning and noise levels.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

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