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EXECUTIVE STAFF ANALYST (EXECUTIVE LEVEL) Print ( Apply ufeff EXECUTIVE STAFF ANALYST (EXECUTIVE LEVEL) Salary $115,454.30 - $132,600.00 Annually Location Houston Job Type Executive Level Job Number 38201 Department HUMAN RESOURCES Opening Date 02/12/2026 + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSON INTERESTED DIVISION: HRFAM REPORTING LOCATION: 611 WALKER WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM - 5PM Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Human Resources Department is actively seeking a skilled individual to serve as an Executive Staff Analyst in the HRFAM Division. This position supports the Human Resources Executive Management Team by providing professional analytical, administrative, procurement, and contract management services. The successful candidate will play a key role in facilitating the formal procurement process, managing contracts, and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance across departmental operations. The selected candidate will perform the following duties: + Drafts, edits, and reviews statements of work (SOWs), requests for proposals (RFPs), invitations to bid, and other procurement-related documents required for the acquisition of goods and services. + Reviews and analyzes contract bids and proposals for conformity with solicitation requirements, legal standards, and procurement policies; evaluates responsiveness and determines acceptable bids. + Collaborates with operational and program staff to support the timely evaluation, negotiation, and award of contractual services. + Develops and reviews contractual terms, conditions, and agreement elements to ensure legally sound, efficient, and cost-effective service delivery. + Serves as contract manager/administrator responsible for implementing, executing, and monitoring contract documents throughout the contract lifecycle. + Coordinates with the City Legal Department and implements legal guidance to ensure compliance with contract provisions, court orders, applicable laws, regulations, and City policies. + Maintains comprehensive contract records and documentation; works with operational personnel to monitor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. + Compiles and analyzes data; prepares reports, summaries, and special documents; interprets findings and formulates conclusions or recommendations for leadership. + Investigates and makes recommendations regarding issues of moderate to high complexity and/or sensitivity, including those with legal or contractual implications. + Handles highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. + Represents the department at citywide meetings, committees, and events as assigned. + Performs other duties as assigned by the HR Director or HR Director designee. 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. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field directly related to the type of work being performed. Graduate degrees related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Seven years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed are required. Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None PREFERENCES Preference will be given to candidates with experience working with state and/or local government entities; a demonstrated understanding of formal procurement and solicitation processes; advanced Microsoft Excel skills; and strong written communication skills. Additional preference will be given to candidates who possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or legal training relevant to contract review, compliance, or procurement activities. 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 30 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: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call (832) 393-0453. If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-0453. (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 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 What best describes your highest level of education? + High School Diploma or GED + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree or Above + None of the above 03 How many years of professional administrative, procurement, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed do you have? + 4 years or less + 5- 6 years + 7 - 8 years + 9 - 10 years + 11 - 12 years + 13 years or more 04 Do you possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or legal training relevant to contract review, compliance, or procurement activities? + Yes + No 05 Please indicate your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). + BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks in Word, enter correct data, create a database, import data from Excel in Access, format cells, rows and columns in Excel, create a PowerPoint presentation file with a title slide, bullet points and place in slide loop mode; create a new e-mail message, check e-mail in Outlook. + INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, mail merges in Word; create primary key to associate data between multiple tables, create a select query in Access; create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets & charts in Excel; add special affects to presentation (design and animation) in PowerPoint; reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message in Outlook. + ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges in Word, create a split form and report and back up your databases in Access; use the filter and formula functions to manipulate data in Excel; transition presentation slides, link Excel charts to presentation and add voice in PowerPoint; 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 in Word, manage Macro commands, and manage database objects in Access, use advance formula functions (VLOOKUP, IF, IS) manage macro commands, group rows in Excel; publish presentation online, embed objects into presentation in PowerPoint; managing multiple calendars, set rules for incoming mail, create subfolders for mail to be placed in Outlook. + I have no experience in working with Microsoft Office Products. 06 Please detail your experience with contract management. (Note: See resume is not an acceptable answer. If no experience, use N/A.) 07 Please detail your experience in implementing, managing, and executing contract documents. (Note: See resume is not an acceptable answer. If no experience, use N/A.) 08 Please detail your experience with contract legal language. (Note: See resume is not an acceptable answer. If no experience, use N/A.) Required Question