Business Analyst

Business Analyst

Salary

$47,830.38 - $71,745.70 Annually

Location

100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01272

Department

Office of the City Clerk

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under direction, ensures business and operational efficiencies and improves business processes relating to projects and activities between various divisions, departments, public agencies, and private sector representatives. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location

City Tower - 100 W Houston Street San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Essential Job Functions

• Assists in evaluating efficiency of current and new programs and implementing program changes.
• Assists with gathering, compiling, and reviewing data for performance metrics analysis.
• Monitors current and new programs for possible efficiencies and needed improvements to programs and projects based on performance metrics data.
• Assists in identifying and prioritizing functional and technical needs and requirements.
• Assists in interpreting data to inform strategic decision making.
• Assists in developing strategic plans that align with department goals and objectives.
• Prepares written reports, summaries and presentations on project progress and results or action plans.
• Works to ensure coordination between divisions within the department and other departments such as the City Attorney's Office, City Manager's Office, Mayor and Council District Offices.
• May assist in identifying and prioritizing functional and technical needs and requirements for all divisions of the Office of the City Clerk.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university

Preferred Qualifications

• One to three (1-3) years of working experience with elected officials and legislative staff in a municipality environment.
• Strong background in writing, journalism, communications, public administration, or a closely related field strongly preferred with exceptional editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet strict deadlines, and adapt to changes quickly.
• Strong organizational abilities and comfort managing multiple simultaneous deadlines and remain calm and effective under pressure or in rapidly evolving situations.
• Familiarity with event logistics, protocol, and public-sector ceremonial practices is a plus.

Special Instructions

Please upload and attach, or copy & paste, a sample of your professional writing which demonstrates clarity, tone and attention to detail.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of management study principles, project management methods, and data analysis
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications
• Knowledge of budget and accounting principles
• Knowledge of general statistical and quantitative methods
• Ability to analyze and recommend solutions to management and organizational problems
• Ability to assist in the preparation of budgets and accounting systems
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic computer equipment
• Ability to develop and implement innovations towards improving the departments operations and delivery of services
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate new programs
• Ability to have excellent interpersonal skills: able to work well with people, build rapport quickly, and represent the City professionally.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

03

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

How many years of professional experience do you have with business and operational efficiencies and improving business processes?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more

06

How many years of professional experience do you have with management study principles, project management methods and data analysis?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

07

How many years of professional experience do you have with budgeting and/or accounting?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

08

Select any of the following Microsoft Office applications that you have professional experience with.

• Word
• Excel
• Access
• PowerPoint
• Publisher
• Visio
• Outlook
• Teams
• None of the above

09

This position requires writing under strict deadlines. How do you balance speed with high quality, detail oriented work? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

10

Describe your professional experience assisting with event logistics, agendas, or run of show documents. What role did you play and what did you learn? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

11

I understand that the department is requesting that I upload and attach, or copy & paste below, a sample of my professional writing which reflects clarity, tone and attention to detail. If you have added an attachment to your application, please respond with SEE ATTACHMENT. If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

12

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx