SENIOR STAFF ANALYST

Senior Staff Analyst - (Real Estate Controller)Salary: $83,720.00 - $115,223.94 AnnuallyLocation: 16930 John F. Kennedy Blvd.Job Type: Full TimeJob Number: 37476Department: Houston Airport SystemOpening Date: 10/30/2025Closing Date: 11/6/2025 11:59 PM CentralWorkdays & Hours: Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm, Occasional Weekend/Holidays (Subject to change). This position is eligible to participate in hybrid telework under rules set by the director of Houston Airport System.Position OverviewApplications accepted from: All Persons InterestedDivision/Section: Commercial Development / Airline Affairs and Real Estate (AARE)The Houston Airport System's mission is to connect the people, business, cultures and economies of the world to Houston. Working directly toward the organization's goal, the Airline Affairs & Real Estate team is responsible for providing airport facilities for lease to airlines and other tenants within the terminal complex and the surrounding premises for both aeronautical and non-aeronautical operations to generate revenue for future airport development, as well as to acquire or dispose of land to fulfill our airport master plans.Description Of Duties/Essential FunctionsThe Senior Staff Analyst Real Estate Controller provides comprehensive analytical and contract administrative support to the Airline Affairs & Real Estate Director and the entire business unit. This role is responsible for managing the business unit's budget, interpreting agreements for annotation, and ensuring full compliance with all contractual obligations. Key responsibilities include entering all lease data into the database management software system and creating detailed reports and dashboards to monitor revenue performance. The position also involves hyperlinking all relevant documentssuch as rent requirements, performance security, certificates of insurance, and certificates of occupancyto each lease file for efficient reference. Additionally, the analyst verifies, tracks, and enforces tenant capital expenditures, monitors lease expirations, and collaborates with managers to negotiate renewal or replacement agreements. The role also includes preparing the fiscal year revenue budget, tracking the Real Estate Services general ledger account balance, managing airline rates and charges through annual billing allocations and mid-year reconciliations, tracking the appraisal budget, and overseeing payment processes. Furthermore, the Senior Staff Analyst is responsible for managing contract files, maintaining accurate E-Documentation, and ensuring proper archiving of all records."Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required."The (Classification) Duties Will Include But Are Not Limited To:Investigate and make recommendations for addressing issues of medium to high complexity and/or sensitivity.Assigned management responsibilities on a limited basis for certain functions, units or programs. May also function as a lead.Complies data, produces information and interprets results through conclusion or recommendation formulation. Develops reports, special documents or publications as assigned.Completes special projects as assigned, working on a wide variety of financial, administrative, professional, management and community issues and problems of medium to high complexity.Represents supervisor at meetings and functions to gather information and to articulate supervisor's opinions and recommendations.Handles highly confidential information.Prepares, edits and revises department policy and procedure manuals. Responds to correspondence, request for information, etc. as assigned by supervisor.Participates in the development of management and administrative policies, procedures and master plans with both short- and long-term objectives. Analyzes and reviews management practices and procedures and develops recommendations for improvement.Negotiates solutions for problems of medium to high complexity as assigned by supervisor.Interprets administrative policies and oversees communication with department personnel regarding these policies.Participates in evaluation and design of workflow, process, various operations system, etc.Develops technological solutions and system for continuous improvement programs and other appropriate applications.Working ConditionsThe 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. The ability to lift up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.Minimum RequirementsEducational Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance 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-to-year basis.Experience Requirements: Five 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: No license required.PreferencesPreference will be given to applicants with the following skills:Work experience with contract management, records management, E-Documentation and archiving are highly preferred. Knowledge of Prop Works is a plus.Analytical Skills: Able to investigate a problem, research possible solutions and present to senior management recommendations for solving the problem.Annual budget preparation experience in the database used by HAS strongly preferred.Growth of Knowledge Base: Continuous learning of lease rights and responsibilities to provide assistance to business unit for future funding requests or to make recommendations related to responsibilities in future lease agreement negotiations**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 InformationSelection/Skills Tests Required: The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.Safety Impact Position: YesPay Grade: 28Salary 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 281-233-1842. If you need special services or accommodations, call 281-233-1842. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.BenefitsThe city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:MedicalDentalVisionWellnessSupplemental InsuranceLife insuranceLong-term disabilityRetirement pension457 deferred compensation planEmployee Assistance Program10 days of vacation each year11 city holidays, plus one floating holidayCompensable Sick LeavePersonal LeaveFlexible schedulesHybrid-Telework for eligible positionsProfessional development opportunitiesTransportation/parking planSection 125 pretax deductionsDependent Care Reimbursement PlanPaid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness LeavesHealthcare Flexible Spending AccountFor plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html