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Position Description The Data Analyst supports Countywide implementation of the Harris County Worksite Safety Policy ("Policy"), adopted by Commissioners Court on November 13, 2025, by managing, analyzing, and reporting safety data generated from inspections, contractor performance records, incidents, and compliance activities. The Data Analyst plays a key role in ensuring that safety information is accurately captured, standardized, and used to drive informed decision-making, improve contractor accountability, and support County safety oversight. Under general supervision, the Data Analyst develops and maintains dashboards, databases, and reporting systems that track relevant information such as inspection findings, training requirements, stop-work events, escalations, incident investigations, corrective actions, and contractor safety performance metrics.

This position provides analytical support to the Health and Safety Manager, County Safety Inspectors, departmental leadership, and the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity in its role as County Safety Monitor under the Worksite Safety Policy by identifying trends, forecasting risk, and generating routine and ad-hoc reports for executive review. The Data Analyst works collaboratively with project managers, safety personnel, contractors, and the County Safety Monitor to ensure timely and accurate data exchange, alignment with County retention and reporting standards, and integration of safety data into contractor evaluation and future procurement decisions. This role is essential to creating a data-driven safety culture and strengthening long-term compliance across all County construction operations.

Job Duties: Safety Data Management (40%): Safety Data Collection Design: Creates and implements effective data collection processes to gather relevant information from diverse sources, including safety information from construction worksites, County Safety Inspectors, contractor reports, and worker complaints, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the data. Safety Trend Analysis: Analyzes complex safety datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and insights related to workplace injuries, violations, near-misses, and contractor safety performance that can inform policy improvements and enhance worker safety. Data Cleansing and Validation: Performs data cleansing and validation on OSHA 300 logs, inspection checklists, incident reports, and contractor certifications to uphold data integrity and ensure accurate safety performance tracking.

Safety Data Reporting (50%): Stakeholder Presentations: Presents safety data findings to the County Worksite Safety Committee, department leadership, and other stakeholders, translating complex safety metrics into clear visualizations and narratives for easy understanding to support decision making and policy adjustments. Dashboard Development: Develops and maintains interactive dashboards and reports using Power Bl and other data visualization tools to track key safety metrics, including worksite visits conducted, worker interviews, safety issues identified and resolved, contractor compliance rates, injury/illness incidents, and heat illness prevention measures. Data Governance Compliance: Ensures adherence to data governance, privacy regulations, and recordkeeping requirements while safeguarding confidential worker complaint information.

Quarterly Reporting: Compiles and analyzes data for mandatory quarterly worksite safety reports to Commissioners Court, including metrics on inspections, violations, corrective actions, worker injuries/illnesses, and identifiable causes of incidents. Collaboration and Other Support (10%): Collaborative Support: Works closely with the County Safety Monitor (DEEO), County Safety Inspectors, department project managers, and the Worksite Safety Committee to collect, organize, and report data related to quarterly safety reporting, post-project analysis, and contractor performance evaluation. Performance Metrics Development: Supports the development and tracking of contractor safety performance data for use in future contract awards and evaluation processes.

Additional Duties: Undertakes any additional tasks as necessary to support the overall objectives of the Worksite Safety Policy and the department. Employees are responsible for executing the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as any other duties as assigned. Some positions may require employees to work before, during, or after an emergency or disaster, at the department's discretion.

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 ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in data science, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or a related field Experience: Four (4) years of data-related work experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of databases (e.g., SQL, NoSQL), data models, and querying large datasets. Knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics, including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and probability. Knowledge of developing and maintaining dashboards for performance tracking, with the ability to evaluate data from various perspectives and generate actionable insights

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying technical information to non-technical audiences effectively. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring data accuracy. Ability to analyze and problem-solve, with expertise in interpreting complex data and identifying key insights.

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to integrate information from diverse datasets and create coherent reports or models. Emergency Response Obligations: This position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to work before, during, and after emergency events Must be available for after-hours emergency response for serious injuries, fatalities, or major incidents Participates in departmental emergency operations planning and disaster recovery safety protocols May be assigned to support multi-departmental emergency responses 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 Experience: Data-related work experience in the field of construction preferred General Information General Information: WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is based in an office environment, where the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, scanners, and filing cabinets is routine.

The physical demands associated with this job are minimal, with occasional lifting and moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds. The role is predominantly sedentary, involving mainly sitting with occasional standing and walking. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS This role is primarily sedentary, consisting mainly of sitting occasionally standing, walking, and lifting or moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

This position also requires a high level of attention to detail, the ability to develop new ideas or processes, manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and retain key information from reference materials as needed. POSITION TYPE AND TYPICAL HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time position with the typical working hours of Monday - Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required based on the specific needs and demands of the department.

FEATURED BENEFITS: Medical, vision, and dental insurance. Wellness. Professional development opportunity.

457 deferred compensation plans. Retirement pension (TCDRS). Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).

Disability and life insurance. Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.