0000000489.Operations Analyst.Household Hazardous Waste

Dallas County•Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Operations Analyst performs analytical work supporting operational functions for Household Hazardous Waste. The role refines administrative, reporting, and departmental support functions through analysis, supports compliance and budgeting, streamlines internal processes, and helps ensure consistent service operations. The position works with divisions, County staff, and external agencies on budgets, grants, accounting, data analysis, operational improvements, and reporting.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Proficiency in standard software applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
Ability to collaborate proficiently with diverse departments and agencies, demonstrating expertise and professionalism.
Initiative in resolving operational challenges, with leadership and problem-solving ability.
Ability to analyze data and metrics, identify insights, and formulate actionable recommendations.
Strong problem-solving, prioritization, and analytical skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and implement technical solutions.
Effective communication and relationship-building skills for collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of program evaluation, organizational planning, research design, and analysis.
Familiarity with record keeping, case files, and records management principles.
Understanding of project and grant management.
Proficiency in mathematical computations, statistical analysis, government accounting, and budget administration.

Responsibilities

Monitor and track budgets and expenditures for programs, projects, grants, and divisions; serve as a backup for reviewing payroll, timekeeping, and personnel actions.
Review Commissioner’s Court agenda items for accuracy and recommend budget allocations in accordance with County policies and procedures.
Analyze, organize, and summarize data; provide statistics and information for special projects and program planning; develop recommendations and evidence-based reports for departmental management and external agencies.
Monitor and evaluate operations, workflow, and work quality; provide statistical analysis of departmental practices and collaborate with divisions on process-improvement analysis and recommendations.
Serve as a resource to administrative, operational, and technical staff across divisions by providing guidance on data analysis and related issues and, when needed, leading technical assistance, training, and special projects.
Maintain knowledge of trends affecting department operations, address related departmental concerns, and perform technical, analytical, and administrative work supporting recommended changes.
Facilitate communication between divisions on funds, grants, budgets, and accounting issues and procedures; communicate technical and financial information to external agencies and County staff.
Assist with grant applications by drafting, preparing, and submitting applications; ensure compliance with grant requirements; prepare funding reports and maintain records required by funding agencies.
Participate in meetings, handle customer communications, and provide ongoing analysis in support of County goals and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.