STAFF ANALYST (OD ANALYST) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4824715) Apply  STAFF ANALYST (OD ANALYST) Salary $73,950.50 - $108,798.04 Annually Location 4501 Leeland Job Type Full Time Job Number 36251 Department HUMAN RESOURCES Division HRD-OFFICE OF TALENT & ORGANZATIONAL DEV Opening Date 02/07/2025 Closing Date 2/14/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Job Classification: STAFF ANALYST, TRAINING Division: OFFICE OF TALENT & ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Posting Number: 36251 Department: Human Resources Reporting Location:4501 LEELAND ST. *Subject to change Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Office of Talent & Organizational Development mission statement is to ignite passion, empower people, and advance performance through partnerships and learning. To help us with our mission-centered work, we are in search of an Organizational Development (OD Analyst) to partner with the OD Division Manager to drive organizational effectiveness through the creation of systems, networks, and practices. Areas of focus the OD Division Manager and OD Analyst may address include, but may not be limited to, performance consulting, change and transition management, workplace culture, employee engagement, succession planning, continuous improvement, customized training delivery for OD Thought Partner Engagements and special projects. The OD Analyst must be able to: + Partner with the OD Division Manager to provide performance consulting, recommend and implement appropriate solutions enhancing organizational, team or individual performance. + Independently and/or collaboratively: + Select and/or create diagnostic tools, surveys and metrics to gain a data-driven perspective of the organizational landscape or impact of interventions and client experience + Conduct field research, focus groups, training or coaching interventions + Synthesize business best practices with public sector acumen to craft innovative OD strategies + Incorporate project management and time management skills to plan, implement and monitor several initiatives running concurrently. + Design and/or delivery customized training or coaching solutions + Maintain a high level of accountability and confidentiality in all aspects of the role. + Establish credibility and build relationships with tram members and organizational leaders. + Meet individual performance metrics and goals while modeling behavior-based competencies. + Maintain high emotional intelligence reflecting analytical capabilities balanced with relationship skills + Conduct strategic research to forecast evolving industry requirements and stay ahead of trends in best practices + Meet individual performance metrics and goals while modeling behavior-based competencies. + Collaborate with the Office of Talent & Organizational Development team members in the pursuit of the overall mission. + The Organizational Development Network (https://www.odnetwork.org/#/) highlights five capability areas within the Global OD Competency Framework (https://www.odnetwork.org/page/global-framework) . (Use this link as a reference for supplemental question #5). Within each capability area, we have highlighted one specific competency needed for this role: Results-Oriented Leader, Culture Builder, Process Consultant, Credible Influencer, and Self-Aware Leader. WORKING CONDITIONS There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATIONAL 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-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 Intermediate to advanced proficiency with data analysis tools such as Power BI, Excel, Qualtrics, MS Office 365 applications (MS Teams, Visio, Planner, MS Project, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Forms, Lists and MS Stream) and Adobe Pro. + Five or more years of directly related experience + Five or more years of supervisory or experience leading diverse teams and interacting with senior executives, middle managers and front-line employees + Degrees in Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Resources Management, Public or Business Administration + Specialized Certifications in areas such as: Organizational Develop Development Certification Program (ODCP), OD Certified Consultant (ODCC), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Gallup Certified Strengths Coach + Experience with Canva or Articulate 360 will be a plus + Public sector experience with organization-wide and cultural transformation is also preferred + A passion for public service. **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 TEST REQUIRED The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - No 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 posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov or call (832)393-7238. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm If you need special services or accommodations, call (832)393-7238. (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 + Supplemental Insurance + 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 + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 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 Select your highest level of formal education completed. + High School / GED + Associate's degree + Bachelor's degree + Master's degree + None of the above 03 Which best describes your professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed? + Less than 1 years of experience + At least 1 year of experience + At least 3 years, but less than 5 years of experience + At least 5 years, but less than 7 years of experience + 7 years, or more. 04 Please indicate your academic major field of study. + Industrial/Organizational Psychology + Organizational Development + Human Resource Management /Development + Public Administration + Business Administration + Other + None of the above 05 Select your years of direct experience in an OD role or capacity. + Less than 1 year of direct experience + 1 to 3 years of direct experience + 3 to 5 years of direct experience + 5 to 7 years of direct experience + 7 years or more of direct experience + No direct experience 06 The Organizational Development Network highlights five capability areas within the Global OD Competency Framework. Within each capability area, we have highlighted one specific competency needed for this role: Self-Aware Leader, Strategic Catalyst, Collaborative Communicator, Efficient Designer and Innovator. Select two and explain how you embody that competency and/or how others see you demonstrating that competency. If you do not have this type of experience, type “N/A”. “See resume” or “See application” is not an acceptable answer. 07 Explain how you have used business analytics or data visualization tools to evaluate effectiveness and overall impact of OD initiatives. Include specific metrics or indicators you focused on and how the insights gained influenced future strategies. If you do not have this type of experience, type "N/A". "See resume" or "See application" is not an acceptable answer. 08 In the Attachments tab, please attach one work sample illustrating your competence as an OD practitioner. (All work samples will be confidential and only shared with interview panelists). If you do not have this type of experience, type "N/A". "See resume" or "See application" is not an acceptable answer. 09 Describe why this position is of interest to you and how it aligns with your career goals. 10 Are you currently a City of Houston Human Resources employee? + Yes + No Required Question