The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Open Government Analyst. If you are data/results driven and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high performing environment, this may be the position for you!
The Open Government Analyst earns a competitive hourly salary of $20.58 -$22.27, based on experience. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
About The City Of PearlandThe City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States. The City of Pearland has also been recognized as a Top Workplace in the Houston Metro Area 2023 by The Houston Chronicle.
Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.
Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS AN OPEN GOVERNMENT ANALYSTSkillsA successful candidate will have the ability to apply critical thinking skills and sound judgement while working collaboratively and proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization to solve problems and find sustainable solutions. As is expected of all City of Pearland employees, any candidate is expected to operate in accordance with the City's Organization Values:

• Trust: We build trust by providing excellent service, honoring it through accountability and effective communication.
• Respect: We act with kindness and empathy; embracing diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity: We are honest, ethical and do the right things for the right reasons.
• Teamwork: We are a caring workplace made up of a team working towards a shared purpose. We collaborate and support each other.
• Ownership: This is our city, we are invested and dedicated to its continuous success. We take pride in all we do.
• Innovation: We are progressive thinkers who embrace the challenge of continuous improvement.

The Open Government Analyst performs a role for the City subject to a great deal of statutory regulation and legal requirements due to its responsibility for the City's administration of the Texas Local Government Records Act, Open Meeting Act, and the Texas Public Information Act. This position performs advanced-level administrative and technical duties for the programs of records management, public information, and agenda management and is a highly responsible and complex support position in the City Secretary's office. This position is responsible for determining regulatory and administrative requirements in accordance with adopted retention schedules and
applicable policies, and local, state, and federal law.
The position is distinguished by the increased levels of complexity and responsibility of duties. The Open Government Analyst is expected to coordinate with the Deputy City Secretary and keep the City Secretary informed of the Analyst's activities. This job works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this job. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Essential Functions

• Administers the City's public information request response program by managing the receipt of requests; entering requests received in person or via email, reviewing, assigning, clarifying, and preparing cost estimates and calculations; as well as tracking and monitoring requests received to ensure timely completion of all requests.
• Administers the City's public information web portal and provides technical citywide, as well as external customers, coordinates resolution of requestor complaints to the Attorney General's Office.
• Provides training and education for compliance with CSO programs policies, procedures, relevant laws and regulations, and best practices.
• Research, review, and analyze City records as requested by City staff, the public, and other public entities.
• Assists the public with policies and procedures in accordance with related statutory process requirements.
• Retains and applies specific knowledge in all areas of the City Secretary's Office, including but not limited to the Texas Public Information Act, Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Election Law, Code of Ethics, and records management.
• Assists in the development, revision, and implementation of standard operating procedures.
• Assists in coordinating and administering all phases of municipal elections; monitors election processes; ensures compliance with Texas Local Government Code, Texas Election Code, Texas Ethics Commission, and other election laws, rules, and regulations.
• Accept campaign finance filing reports from the mayor and city council, as well as council candidates, during election season, and during their annual and semiannual filing dates.
• Assists with the preparation of documents, document folders, copying, collating, and assembling meeting packets, postings, notices, and filing of City records such as contracts, agreements, ordinances, resolutions, minutes, and agreements and contracts.
• Processes permits and licenses including the verification of applications and creating and updating a list of current and expired permits.
• Maintains the City Secretary's Office website and boards and commission portal.
• Processes accounts receivable and accounts payable for the department, budget adjustments, and PO requests.
• Receives and screens calls for City's Secretary's Office and City Hall receptionist desk.
• Performs all other duties, special tasks, and responsibilities as directed, both independently and/or as part of a team effort.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• Requires associate degree or comparable experience.
• Municipal experience preferred.
• Three years of experience in records and file room management, including two years using an automated records management system.
• Additional relevant work experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above knowledge; skill and education requirements may be substituted in lieu of specific education requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of the Internet, and office software such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and specialized records management software systems.
• Knowledge of the rules of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Skilled in preparing documents without errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.
• Knowledge and understanding of the City, office operations and functions, and public policy. Knowledge of general records information management practices and procedures with specific ability to categorize records series and determine a record's life cycle.
• Working knowledge of the requirements of the Texas Public Information Act, Texas
• Uses time effectively to accomplish tasks.

Special Certifications and Licenses

• Valid Texas Driver License
• Texas Notary Commission (must be eligible to become a Texas notary)
• Texas Municipal Clerk's Certification (preferred)

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