ERM and Internal Controls Analyst (STAFF ANALYST)

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ERM and Internal Controls Analyst (STAFF ANALYST)

Salary

$70,226.00 - $87,670.70 Annually

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

35146

Department

Houston Public Works

Division

Director's Office

Opening Date

10/03/2024

Closing Date

10/17/2024 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Section: Director’s Office/Internal Review

Reporting Location: 611 Walker, Houston, Texas 77002

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reporting to the Senior Division Manager of Risk Management, Internal Controls and Subrogation (Risk and Audit Management), the ERM and Internal Controls Analyst of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) provides services to ensure the optimal design and alignment of all risk management functions, enterprise risk assessment (ERA) in support of Houston Public Works (HPW) and its service lines mission, vision and values. Serves as a key employee and strategic advisor on risk management across the department. Leads the development and implementation of a risk management vision that delivers strategic thought and partnership across the department. Develops risk management programs that are designed to identify, eliminate or reduce, and mitigate potential risks to HPW and its related entities and customers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conducts Enterprise Risk Assessments.

• Develop HPW’s Enterprise Risk Management strategy and objectives.

• Work closely with senior division manager, managers and executives to understand and manage enterprise strategic, financial, operational, and reputational risks

• Develop, implement, and oversee various risk management vehicles as they evolve from time to time including, but not limited to, the current HPW assets, liabilities, business processes.

• Leads corporate resiliency and preparedness through, among other things, a robust business continuity and disaster readiness program and crisis management response plan.

• Lead Third Party/Vendor Security Risk assessment program and related traditional Governance, Risk, and Compliance (“GRC”) program.

• Define and develop standards, processes and policy for the evaluation of risk across the enterprise to ensure the organization operates within stated policies.

• As a member of the team, participates in department-wide strategic planning, policy formulation, and budgeting.

• Present strategy, objectives and other deliverables to the department Director or designee and Senior Management.

• Represent the management in audit, risk management related meetings on as needed basis.

• Provide independent and objective risk assessments to department director or designed/executive management, the Service Line Directors.

• Monitor major and critical risk issues including frequent reporting of outstanding exception items and timeframe for remediation to senior management and service line directors

• Create a comprehensive risk-based audit approach that is responsive to HPW’s internal control, financial and operational risks and reflects a thorough understanding of the HPW’s business and operations and the changing regulatory environment, administrative policies, executive orders and Ordinances.

• Lead the execution of complex projects, anticipating and providing solutions to complex issues, and allocating and coordinating the necessary resources.

• Continue to enhance the HPW’s risk appetite and limit; structure risk assessment and internal auditing processes relative to best and leading practices.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior management and influences appropriate action across the organization to increase the likelihood of achieving operational objectives and minimizing risks.

• Serve as the day-to-day internal business partner, consultant, subject matter expert, and resource for employees in all departments regarding specific situations or transactions not covered by existing procedures and standards.

• Performs management duties including, but not limited to hiring, training, evaluating, coaching, and developing direct reports. Fosters a positive and engaging work. environment. Mentors associates and gives guidance on associate development

• Work with senior stakeholders within the HPW’s service lines/divisions, strengthening and developing the risk framework and its individual components.

• Oversee contemporary reporting that informs Senior Leadership.

• Remain current on business drivers, regulatory and industry changes impacting the business, identify new or emerging risks to which the HPW is exposed.

• Create meaningful partnership with HPW’s service lines/divisions to including consistent participation in staff meetings and other business meetings and forums.

• Assist managing the Subrogation and Claims, cost recovery for the HPW or its constituents’ assets/property damaged by contractors and third parties.

• Internal review and special projects as assigned.

• Supervisory experience is desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, etc.

This is a Houston Public Works Department Position at the Tier III level.

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 (3) 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

Preferred Qualifications :

• Highly credible risk professional with strong financial and business acumen.

• A seasoned professional with 5+ years’ experience including experience in Risk Management within the municipality or industry.

• Successful leadership of major risk assessments resulting in successful outcomes.

• Knowledge of SAP and risk management software preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of ERA/ERM in local government preferred but nor required.

• Extensive knowledge and experience with compliance policies, regulations, and procedures.

• Knowledge of state-of-the-art proactive auditing approaches.

• Professional with 24+ hours of accounting.

  Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required (Accounting/Finance/Risk Management preferred).

• Master’s degree preferred.

• One or more of the following certifications preferred:

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

• Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)

• Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess 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: None

However, the department may administer a skills assessment evaluation.

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: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6015.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6015(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.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Select your highest verifiable level of formal education completed.

• Less than a High School Diploma/GED

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

• Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

  02

  What is your degree concentration?

• Public Administration

• Government or Policy

• Business Administration

• Finance or Accounting

• Other closely related field

• I have no degree

  03

  How many years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience do you have?

• At least 1 year of experience.

• At least 3 years of experience

• At least 5 years of experience

• At least 7 years of experience.

• No experience

  04

  Work setting experience (Check all that apply).

• Audit/evaluation programs

• Preparing briefing materials and/or other work product to document evidence and analysis to support conclusions

• Data analysis

• None of the above

  05

  Do you have any of the following certifications?

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

• Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)

• Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

• None of the above

  06

  Which of the following analytics tool have you created content? (Select all that apply)

• Microsoft Power BI

• Tableau

• Qlik

• Audit Management Software

• Google Data Studio

• SAP Analytics Cloud

• Microsoft Excel

• Google Sheet

• Other

• None of the above

  07

  What is your level of proficiency in 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 (INDEX, MATCH, SUMPRODUCT, IF, IS, etc...), work with Pivot Tables, use spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption, use personalized toolbars, perform some programming in VBA.

• No experience

  08

  Are you a current City of Houston HPW employee?

• Yes

• No

  09

  Do you have Enterprise Risk Assessment or Enterprise Risk Management Experience?

• Yes

• No

  10

  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 general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  11

  Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 regarding employment gaps? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application).

• Yes

• No

  Required Question