Salary: $2,916.00 - $3,485.66 Biweekly
Location : 901 Bagby
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39292
Department: Mayor's Office
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION: PUBLIC SAFETY & HOMELAND SECURITY
REPORTING LOCATION: 900 BAGBY, 2ND FL.
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.*
*Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The City of Houston Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security is responsible for managing federal homeland security grants for the Greater Houston region, as well as leading and supporting homeland security preparedness projects and activities (e.g., conducting plan reviews, administering or supporting regional technologies, writing reports, developing exercises).
The Homeland Security Grants Programs division of the City of Houston's Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security is seeking to hire a grant-funded position to support regional technologies (i.e., WebEOC/Regional Crisis Information System; Houston UASI website and Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, Teams, and Power Platform).

Primary responsibility is to build and maintain information sharing systems for the Houston UASI region.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate regional information sharing and data analytics by implementing the applications available in Microsoft 365 (e.g., Teams, SharePoint, Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI).
• Manage and develop content on the Houston UASI website.
• Help regional partners access the region's information sharing system by creating user accounts and troubleshooting issues.
• Support the region's committees and workgroups in implementing the regional information sharing system through activities such as developing SharePoint sites, establishing Teams sites and channels, automating workflows, and building apps.
• Innovate and implement methods for capturing, analyzing, and shaping data using the regional information sharing system.
• Collaborate with administrators of various partner organizations' information systems to identify and implement methods of information sharing through APIs or alternative processes.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to the use of the regional information sharing system (e.g., user agreements, governance, data sharing agreements, training resources).
• Develop and conduct regional information sharing trainings and exercises.
• Participate in monthly Regional Technology Workgroup meetings.
• Support regional planning and preparedness activities.

WORKING CONDITIONS
These positions are generally physically comfortable, and the individuals have discretion about walking, standing, etc. Driving is an essential function of this position.

These positions will be required to travel within Houston and surrounding counties. The selected candidate must meet all City requirements for use of motor vehicles as described in City of Houston Administrative Policy 2-2. This position may also require occasional travel outside the Houston region or state of Texas.

This position may require long hours during stressful emergency situations. These are Tier II level positions and may be assigned to the Houston Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during large disasters at the discretion of the supervisor and/or department director (as described in City of Houston Administrative Policy 2-3). This may involve working nights/weekends/holidays, working extended hours, working from alternate City facilities, and/or working in the field.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
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 REQUIREMENT
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.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (Administrative Policy 2-2).
PREFERENCES
Preferences will be given to candidates with the following skill sets:

• Administrating a web-based information system with a large userbase
• Strategic planning
• Project management
• Data analytics
• GIS
• Written and oral communication
• Convening groups and coordinating resources to implement desired goals

If selected, candidate must have completed or must be willing to complete the following FEMA courses: IS-100 (ICS 100), IS-200 (ICS 200), IS-235 (Emergency Planning), IS-700 (NIMS), IS-800 (National Response Framework), IS-2200 (Basic EOC Functions), E/L/G/K 300 (ICS 300), E/L/G/K 400 (ICS 400), E/L/G/K 2300 (Intermediate EOC Functions) within 90 days of employment.

Time allowed to complete these courses may be extended if suitable course offerings are not available.

**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
Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES
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: 26

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: 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.

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

Which of the following best describes your completed education?

• High School / GED
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• None of the above

03

How many years of professional experience do you possess related to emergency management and homeland security, including preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery activities?

• I have no experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 - 6 years
• 7 years or more

04

If you indicated professional work experience in Question #5, please explain your professional experience in detail. (See Resume" is NOT an acceptable answer. If NO Experience, please type "N/A")
05

How many years of experience do you have conducting data analytics or developing dashboards and visualizations?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 4 - 6 years
• 7 - 9 years
• 10 years or more

06

How many years of experience do you have managing or developing website content?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 4 - 6 years
• 7 - 9 years
• 10 years or more

07

Describe a situation where you coordinated with multiple agencies or regional partners to improve information sharing or data processes. If no experience, enter "N/A." (See resume is not an acceptable answer.)
08

Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one within the first 30 days of employment?

• Yes
• No

09

If you are selected for this role, please outline any unique skills or relevant work experience that would make you a strong fit for all of the functional roles you have selected. (Please note: You must briefly describe your role as a successful candidate; a non-response will delay your application process.)
10

The employee in this position may be temporarily reassigned to support emergency operations during disasters or planned special events requiring citywide coordination and support, including working nights/weekends/holidays, working from alternate City facilities, and/or working in the field. Are you willing to have your work hours, reporting location, and/or assignment changed?

• Yes
• No

Required Question