Company Overview
Houston is a vibrant and dynamic metropolis, known for its rich cultural scene and diverse atmosphere. The city is home to an energetic arts community, world-class dining, and celebrated theater groups, with a history rooted in space exploration.
Each year, Houston hosts nearly 21,000 concerts, performances, exhibitions, and other cultural programs, offering both residents and visitors an abundance of artistic experiences. The city’s Theater District regularly showcases a variety of performances, attracting over 2 million people to its Downtown area annually. Additionally, Houston’s Museum District features 18 renowned institutions, including the Menil Collection, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Houston Museum of Natural Science, drawing approximately 7 million visitors each year.
Key Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather clean, accurate data for analysis, reporting, and tracking, ensuring alignment with the Department of Neighborhood and City of Houston’s goals.
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Curate high-quality, engaging data to support communication efforts and grant writing.
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Investigate and propose solutions for issues of medium complexity and/or sensitivity.
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Undertake special projects, addressing administrative, professional, management, and community issues of varying complexity.
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Represent the supervisor at meetings to collect information and provide updates.
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Prepare, edit, and revise department policy and procedure manuals, as well as respond to correspondence and requests for information as directed.
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Analyze management practices and procedures, offering recommendations for improvement.
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Negotiate solutions for problems of simple to medium complexity.
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Participate in evaluating and designing workflow processes, operations systems, and other related systems.
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Develop technological solutions and systems to facilitate data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement programs.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
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The work environment is physically comfortable, with discretion over walking, standing, etc.
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No major discomforts, as it is a typical office setting with standard lighting, temperature, and air conditions.
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Requires the ability to perform simple gross motor tasks within wide tolerances.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
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A graduate degree may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
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Experience: At least three years of professional administrative, financial, or analytical experience related to the work.
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Relevant professional experience may substitute for educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
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Licenses: None required.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools.
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Strong project management skills, including working with cross-functional teams.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills for handling large datasets and generating reports.
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Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
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A passion for storytelling through data.
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Strong writing and communication skills.
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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
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A valid driver’s license is a plus.
Additional Information:
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Preference will be given to eligible veteran applicants, provided they possess the necessary qualifications and are among the most qualified candidates.
Benefits:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid maternity leave