Management Analyst IV (FMS)

Salary : $74,464.00 - $92,699.62 Annually
Location : Houston
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39797
Department: Houston Public Works
Division: Financial Management Services (FMS)
Opening Date: 10/20/2026
Closing Date: 11/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line: Financial Management Services

Reporting Location: 7027 Ardmore

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday/8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

We are looking for an energetic, flexible, self-motivated individual who will function in a Management Analyst IV role for procurement/requisition section within FMS supporting DWO Branch of Houston Water Division. The ideal candidate may hold a degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain and Operations Management, or Finance, has experience in procurement, contracts, and budgets, is familiar with legal regulations of procurement, works collaboratively in a team setting, and can thrive in a fast-paced and high-volume business operations environment.
Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Creating requisitions in SAP for assigned DWO's cost centers O&M and Capital budgeted items
• Reviewing and analyzing purchase orders for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with City and departmental policies and procedures.
• Supporting the sections operations and timely responding to the queries and correspondences.
• Researching vendors and evaluating their ability to provide and the availability of quality materials, equipment and services.
• Assisting in interpreting and disseminating administrative policies and procedures pertinent to procurement.
• Assisting in interpreting contract provisions and ensuring purchasing requests comport with existing contracts.
• Providing guidance to departmental staff in various activities necessary to obtain operational goals
• Preparing reports, analyzing datasets, and maintaining records of purchases and other activities performed.
• Keeping updated on industry standards, types, features and quality of products, suppliers and other information by reviewing catalogs, technical and industrial publications and other sources.
• Creating presentations for training purposes
• Development of appropriate performance indicators, status reports, and standard operating procedures within work group
• Playing an active role during the budget season as well as outside of budget cycle in coordinating and resolving procurement related issues, including Capital and Non-Capital items.
• Other special projects as assigned

This is a TIER 2 responsibility position with respect to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Most specifically, this means you are responsible for working and being available to work during a natural disaster or catastrophic event.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing etc.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a field closely related to the job.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six years of professional experience in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration or a field closely related to the job are required.

Substitutions: Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement. A Master's degree in a field directly related to the job may substitute for two years of the above experience requirement.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES
The successful candidate will possess the following skills:

• Detail oriented and exceptional organizational, problem-solving skills
• Experience with research & analyses, involving project planning, scoping, budgeting, procurement, and scheduling
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge in conducting analyses and evaluating return on investments of programs
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)
• Proficiency in enterprise finance software, SAP preferred

**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. The department may administer skills assessment test.

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.

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 the 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 (832-395-6032). If you need login assistance/technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodation, call (832-395-6032), (TTY 7-1-1).

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 recruits and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit:

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
01

Which best describes your education?

• High School/GED
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Beyond
• None of the above

02

Which area of concentration did you obtain your degree?

• Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Accounting
• Finance
• Other
• I do not have a degree

03

How many years of verifiable experience in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration or a fieldclosely related to the position?

• Less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 10 years
• 10 or more years
• I do not have any experience

04

Please rate your experience using Microsoft Excel.

• Basic Microsoft Excel: Open files and use page setup, enter, correct, and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows, and columns, understand navigation and movement techniques, use simple arithmetic functions in the formulas, access help, modify a database and insert data from another application, print worksheets and workbooks.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel: Create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets and charts, filter data and manage a filtered list, perform multiple-level sorting, use sorting options, and design considerations, use mathematical, logical, statistical, and financial functions, group and dissociate data and perform interactive analysis, create and modify some Macro commands.
• Advance Microsoft Excel: Customize the work area, use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS), work with Pivot Tables, use spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning,

05

How many years of verifiable experience using SAP or a similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) system?

• Less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience
• I have no experience

06

Are you a current employee in the Houston Public Works Department?

• Yes
• No

07

Please provide a list of all valid certifications you currently hold and their validity date(s) (See Resume will delay review of your application)
08

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

Required Question