Budget Analyst IV - Performance Management

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: BUDGET ANALYST IV (Performance Management)
Division: Financial Planning & Analysis
Reporting Location: 611 Walker St.
Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.*Subject to Change*                                   
                                     
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Financial Planning & Analysis Budget Analyst IV will work on a team to develop and implement a system to monitor citywide performance measures using an outcome-based budgeting process that is focused on connecting the City’s resources with results that matter most to citizens. Assist with the implementation process of outcome-based budget including system and process design. Coordinate with department staff to develop/update performance measures. Review, monitor, and analyze departmental performance measures compared to the annual operating budget to guide budgetary decisions.
 
Outcome-Based Budget:

• Assist with the implementation of outcome-based budget process and system.
• Research and analyze industry best practices and procedures to provide ideas for implementation.
• Participate in the information gathering, evaluation of workflow and process, design, selection, and implementation phases of the new outcome-based budgeting system.
• Assist in the strategic alignment of resources, program evaluation, and performance tracking to ensure compliance with the City’s strategic goals and objectives.
• Review, monitor, and analyze departmental performance measures and provide recommendations for strategic improvement.
• Analyze performance and assess the results of spending against the desired outcome.
• Provide documentation/reports on performance measures assessments and present them to lead/management on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
• Analyze budget requests and funding allocations to ensure alignment of performance measures are cohesive and effective.

• Act as liaison for the Financial Planning & Analysis Division on various committees and focus groups; and provides data, analyses, reporting, and other information, as needed to facilitate accomplishment of group goals.
• Use advanced Excel formulas and pivot tables to perform semi-complex to complex analysis.
• Compile data, produce information, and interpret results through conclusion or recommendation formulation.
• Complete special projects as assigned, working on a wide variety of financial, administrative, professional, management issues and problems of simple to high complexity.
• Handle highly confidential information.
• Research, analyze, and interpret complex information such as economic and fiscal developments and trends, to aid management in making decisions to resolve critical issues or problems.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four years of professional experience in finance, budget analysis, economics or closely related field are required.
 
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 will be given to applicants with:

• Effective problem solving, presentation and coaching skills.
• Advanced Excel skills to manipulate extensive data sets and produce reports is required.
• Strong financial analytical ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate comfortably and at appropriate level of summary and detail across multiple levels.
• Ability to multi-task in a high volume fast paced environment.
• Critical thinking for concise and effective management reporting.

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The department may administer and skills assessment, and the applicant must successfully complete the skills-assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITIO: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing 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: 25  
 
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) 393-6051.
 
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-6051. (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.