Staff Analyst - Energy

Job Description:

Staff Analyst - Energy

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division: Energy Efficiency
Reporting Location: 900 Bagby Street
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm *Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The City of Houston's General Services Department (GSD) oversees design, construction, and operations for over 300 City facilities. We are seeking an individual who will contribute to our success through strong interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills, as well as a commitment to excellence.

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing significant portions of the Municipal Building Decarbonization and Benchmarking Policy, including performance benchmarking, reporting, and coordinating compliance. The position is expected to proactively collaborate across GSD’s divisions and beyond the department, liaising with project managers, division managers, executive level staff, as well as contractors and consultants.

Roles Include:

• Coordinating with the Design and Construction Division (GSD) during new construction and major renovation projects, in support of the City’s goal to reduce consumption and emissions at City facilities.
• Advising on policy compliance throughout projects’ lifecycles, including scope development, meetings with the architect and contractors, and operational handoff with the Property Management Division.
• Developing annual Building Decarbonization Plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Facilitating building energy audits; maintaining and distributing audit records.
• Identifying covered buildings not in compliance with performance targets.
• Coordinating with tenant departments, ARA, and GSD executive staff regarding requests for performance target waivers/ exemptions.
• Representing the department in meetings related to benchmarking, decarbonization, and other sustainability related initiatives.
• Assisting with the development and delivery of in-house training opportunities related to energy performance targets.
• Applying data to identify and prioritize opportunities for improvement.
• Supporting complex projects with multiple stakeholders across the organization.

Key Knowledge:

• Energy efficiency principles and concepts.
• Energy policy and energy cost.
• Local government financial and management concepts.
• Project management and procurement.
• Analytical and statistical concepts and tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. but may periodically be subject to outdoor conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL 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
Three 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.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in database management, energy management, project management, procurement, and data analysis, as well as experience in using Energy Star Portfolio Manager, SAP, and Microsoft Excel.

**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
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer a skills test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
Yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

PAY GRADE: 26
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.

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.

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

Closing Date/Time: 6/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$2,916.00 - $3,543.00 Biweekly