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Assistant Director of Strategic Data Analysis and Program Effectiveness
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Overtime
- 6 years
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Executive Director - Head of Energy Markets Research & Analysis
News Corp —Houston, TX
- $200,000 - $245,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Director Quality Outcomes & Analytics
Harris Health —Bellaire, TX
- $132,912.00 - $176,134.40 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Doctoral degree
- RN License
Director of AI Engineering
ABM Industries —Sugar Land, TX
- $143,500 - $205,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Computer Science
- System design
Executive Director - Head of Specialty Chemical Markets Research & Analysis
News Corp —Houston, TX
- $200,000 - $245,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Director Data Science and Optimization
Crane Worldwide Logistics LLC —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- 3 years
- Math
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Director, AI Products and Solutions
Patterson-UTI —Houston, TX
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- Computer Science
- Engineering
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Executive Director - Head of Syngas Chemical Markets Research & Analysis
News Corp —Houston, TX
- $200,000 - $245,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Management
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Executive Director - Plastics Market Research & Analysis
News Corp —Houston, TX
- $200,000 - $245,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Executive Director - Olefin Chemicals Market Research & Analysis
News Corp —Houston, TX
- $200,000 - $245,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Executive Director - Intermediate Chemicals Market Research & Analysis
News Corp —Houston, TX
- $200,000 - $245,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Management
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement

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Assistant Director of Strategic Data Analysis and Program Effectiveness

Harris County -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance

Qualifications

Performance dashboard reports
Statistics
Staff supervision
Data compliance
Data visualization software proficiency
Data analysis reporting
Data privacy compliance management
Large-scale organizational change management
Dashboard creation
Regulatory compliance
Business intelligence report generation
Dashboard creation support
Data governance
Driver's License
Business intelligence tools
Bachelor's degree
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Computer skills
Managing projects
Process improvement planning
Project Development
Project leadership
Cross-functional communication
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Position Description

Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity

Mission:

To connect, value, and empower people, businesses, and communities.

Vision:

An inclusive, accessible, prosperous, and resilient Harris County economy.

The Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity (DEEO) seeks an Assistant Director of Strategic Data Analysis and Program Effectiveness to optimize organizational efficiency by leading data-driven initiatives that improve program performance and reporting processes. The individual in this position will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of reporting frameworks, data analysis strategies, and operational improvements to ensure departmental goals are met.

The Assistant Director of Strategic Data Analysis and Program Effectiveness must possess a combination of strategic thinking, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in identifying opportunities for efficiency and innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Data Analysis: Lead data collection, analysis, and interpretation efforts to assess program effectiveness and inform decision-making. Collaborate with program teams to gather, analyze, and synthesize key performance metrics, applying statistical methods and data modeling techniques to generate insights that enhance program outcomes and support organizational strategic planning and goal setting.
Data Reporting: Develop, manage, and improve reporting systems to ensure accurate and timely program performance and outcome reporting. Design standardized reporting templates and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders, including reporting across all divisions.
Data Management: Develop department-wide data frameworks and reporting dashboards to improve accountability and operational visibility. This includes, but is not limited to, the creation of annual small business reporting, department reimbursement tracking, data reported to Commissioners Court, and other departmental data needs.
Compliance: Ensure all program reporting, data collection, and operational practices comply with regulatory and County standards.
KPIs: Track and report on the progress of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs).
Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in operational processes and recommend solutions to improve productivity. Lead initiatives to implement process automation and optimization tools, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives. Evaluate and implement new technologies that improve data collection, reporting, and operational workflows. In addition, create resources and materials to promote data literacy and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a liaison between internal departments and external stakeholders, including donors, regulatory bodies, and clients, to ensure effective communication of program performance and data insights by providing timely and accurate reports.
Training: Ensure staff across departments are trained on data analysis, reporting tools, and operational best practices.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected].
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.

Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Experience:

Six (6) years of experience in program reporting, data analysis, or operational management.

Licensure:

Valid Texas Driver’s License required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Advanced understanding of data governance, privacy regulations, and compliance standards.
Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and statistical software (e.g., R, Python, or similar).
Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Ability to lead initiatives and manage projects from concept to completion.
Ability to utilize data to improve organizational outcomes and program effectiveness.
Experience with project management and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and driving organizational change.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Master’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.
Experience working within a government, public sector, or nonprofit environment preferred.
Experience developing executive-level dashboards, reports, and performance metrics for leadership or governing bodies preferred.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position with typical work hours from Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required based on the operational needs and demands of the department.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

This position is based in an office environment, where the routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, scanners, and filing cabinets is required.
The physical demands associated with this position are minimal, with occasional lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
The role is predominantly sedentary, involving primarily sitting with occasional standing and walking.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports To Position: Chief of Staff
Supervises Positions: Data Management & Analytics Senior Program Manager, Data Analyst

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.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave*
Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule*
METRO RideSponsor Program*

Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

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