STAFF ANALYST

Salary : $78,469.56 - $125,997.30 Annually
Location : 16930 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39768
Department: Houston Airport System
Opening Date: 10/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division/Section: HAS / SAFETY STRATEGY & INNOVATION
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Occasional Weekend/Holidays ***Subject to change***

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Safety, Strategy and Innovation division exists to facilitate the communication and alignment of strategic and operational goals for the Houston Airport System. This is accomplished through the creation and maintenance of the Strategic Plan, Safety Management System and various performance management tools. The goal of this division is to foster a focused, safety minded culture supportive of HAS' objectives, initiatives, mission and vision.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Staff Analyst (Safety Management System) reports to the Assistant Director of Safety, Strategy and Innovation and supports the Houston Airport System (HAS) by developing, managing, and administering a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) compliant Safety Management System (SMS). implementing, maintaining, guiding, and educating internal and external personnel on the airport's SMS, including updating policies and processes, analyzing safety metrics, conducting audits and assessments, safety training, and communication. "Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date."
The responsibilities of the Staff Analyst include, but are not limited to:

• - Responsible for maintaining all aspects of a comprehensive safety program (SMS) at Houston Airport System, in compliance with FAA Part 139.
• -Collaborates with the City of Houston Occupational Safety Team, airport operational teams, senior staff, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders such as air carriers (domestic and international), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), air traffic control, ground handlers, aircraft fueling companies, fixed-base operators, corporate-based operators, and others with the goal of a proactive approach to ongoing safety improvement
• -Develops policies and procedures in support of the Safety Management System.
• -Tracks the implementation of safety recommendations following safety inspections, accidents or other means of hazard or risk identification; ensures corrective actions are enacted and deficiencies are minimized and corrected.
• -Facilitates and conducts Safety Risk Assessments (SRA) of construction projects, special events, and operational policy and procedure changes.
• -Conducts timely and comprehensive investigations of all accidents and safety incidents and prepares factual reports to appropriate divisions summarizing the circumstances and root causes of the accident or incident and follows up with recommended corrective and preventative action to be taken.
• -Assists in monitoring industry safety concerns that may impact the Airport operations.
• -Develops and maintains SMS training and any applicable safety training as determined by training needs analysis.
• -Attends and participates in industry meetings and conferences.
• -Participates in public speaking and lecturing engagements involving safety issues, including city-wide.
• -Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.
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.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
Preferences will be given to applicants with the following:

• A Bachelor's degree in Aviation Science, Aviation Management, Safety Management
• Thorough working knowledge of Safety Management programs and practices, with formal SMS training preferred
• A minimal of 3 years of experience in airside operations including ramp management and analyzing and evaluating safety trends
• Proven technical knowledge, leadership experience, and strong communication skills
• 5 or more years of airside experience FAA Part 139 Airport
• AAAE Certified Member
• AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) in Airfield Operations, Safety Management Systems

****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 skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES

YES - If 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:
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call (281-233-1842).

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1842). (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 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:
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

Are you a current Houston Airport System (WID) Employee?

• Yes
• No

03

What is your "highest" level of education obtained?

• High School or (GED)
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Masters and beyond

04

Please indicate the degree concentration you obtain ("See Resume" is not acceptable, if statement does not apply, please insert N/A)

• Aviation Management
• Aviation Science
• Safety Management
• Business Administration
• Other closely related field
• No degree

05

5. How many verifiable years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed do you possess?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3
• 3 years but less than 5
• 5 years but less than 7
• 7 years but less than 9
• 9 years or more
• No experience

06

Please indicate your experience working with Safety Management System (SMS). (Check all that apply).

• Through working knowledge of Safety Management programs and practices
• Formal Safety Management System Training
• At least 3 years of experience in Airside Operations
• Ramp Management by analyzing and evaluating safety trends
• Leadership experience
• 5 or more years of airside experience with FAA Part 139 Airport
• AAAE Certified Member
• AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) in Airfield Operations
• None of the above

07

7. Please indicate your "highest" level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks, enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, creates new e-mail message, checking email.
• INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, merges; manage table, sort and filter merges, reply, forward, print and delete an email message.
• ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges, advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data in Excel, delete e-mails from inbox, sent items and deleted items folders, add edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar
• EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, manage macro commands, and create MS Excel applications, managing multiple calendars.
• No Experience

08

Do you have experience with Safety Risk Assessments?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have experience developing safety policies and procedures?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have any experience implementing a Safety Management System or a similar program at an airport or in a similar work setting? If yes, please provide an example of your experience. ("See Resume" is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A.)
11

Do you have experience working with Safety Management System (SMS) data, including how it is generated and stored. If yes, please provide an example of your experience. ("See Resume" is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A
Required Question