Business Analyst

Under direction, ensures business and operational efficiencies and improves business processes relating to projects and activities between various divisions, departments, public agencies, and private sector representatives. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location
City Tower - 100 W. Houston Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

• Assists in evaluating efficiency of current and new programs and implementing program changes.
• Assists with gathering, compiling, and reviewing data for performance metrics analysis.
• Monitors current and new programs for possible efficiencies and needed improvements to programs and projects based on performance metrics data.
• Assists in identifying and prioritizing functional and technical needs and requirements.
• Assists in interpreting data to inform strategic decision making.
• Assists in developing strategic plans that align with department goals and objectives.
• Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the annual departmental or divisional budget.
• Prepares written reports, summaries and presentations on project progress and results or action plans.
• Works to ensure coordination between divisions within the department.
• May assist in identifying and prioritizing functional and technical needs and requirements.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Knowledge of management study principles, project management methods, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications.
• Knowledge of budget and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of general statistical and quantitative methods.
• Ability to analyze and recommend solutions to management and organizational problems.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of budgets and accounting systems.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic computer equipment.
• Ability to develop and implement innovations towards improving the department's operations and delivery of services.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate new programs.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment.