Harris County is hiring: Open Data Analyst in Houston

About Harris County and Universal Services

Harris County Universal Services (Universal Services) is transforming the way the County does business and seeking an Open Data Analyst to join our team. Universal Services is the enterprise IT solutions center for the departments and offices of Harris County, providing Information Technology, Public Safety and Justice Technologies, 311 Constituent Engagement Services, Fleet Services, and Records and Information Governance Services. Harris County is the third largest and most diverse county in the nation, with a population of more than 4.7 million. Harris County Commissioners Court, the County’s governing body, directs a budget of more than $4 billion providing essential services including flood control, infrastructure, healthcare, housing, and justice administration. This is a great time to join Universal Services as we enhance critical services to Harris County residents and internal customers.

The Open Data Analyst will guide efforts to ensure data assets support Harris County's Open Data Policy. The individual will work to promote accessibility and availability of data to the public.

Job Duties

• Works with Harris County Departments to expand an open data program.
• Provides guidance on open data governance.
• Reviews and validates metadata associated with data assets.
• Responds to data inquiries.
• Adheres to strict security protocols to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of all data and information.
• Performs administrative duties as needed.
• May be assigned other duties as directed by a supervisor or senior staff member.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations or special services, please call 713-274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate. This position includes a criminal background check that may involve fingerprinting for CJIS access or related areas.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.

Experience

• Five (5+) or more years' experience as an Open Data Analyst or related position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to interact with staff at all levels
• Strong knowledge of personal computers and various software, specifically Microsoft Office

Additional Experience Details

• Typically has five (5+) or more years’ experience in processing data including data collection, data entry, cleaning, transformation, integration, analysis, and visualization.
• Typically has five (5+) or more years’ experience using Snowflake, SQL Server, Azure SQL, or similar database.

Additional Information

• A resume and cover letter must be submitted with the application.
• Three professional references must be provided.

Location

• 1111 Fannin St., Houston, TX 77002

Work Schedule/Arrangement

• Monday - Friday
• 8 hours/day, Hybrid
• The position is not remote and requires three in-office days a week.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications, positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.