People and Culture Sr. Systems Administrator Analyst

City of Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle City Light is seeking a People and Culture Senior Systems Administrator Analyst to lead HR system projects, shape solutions, and advance data integrity across the organization. You will drive system design, implement improvements, and coordinate with IT and business teams to ensure reliable, scalable HR technology.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in HRIS or related systems analysis, with strong communication skills and a focus on service excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive work experience with varied HRIS databases and related software.
• Advanced automation proficiency with Microsoft Apps (Excel, SharePoint, Power Automate).
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to bridge the technical gap between IT and non-technical users.
• Self-motivated team player with flexibility and adaptability.
• Experience communicating with all levels of the organization and customer service.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy and quality; strong follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR system projects with scope, complexity and long-term commitments.
• Lead system user groups in design, development, implementation, and modification of systems.
• Analyze and evaluate effectiveness of management controls, communication channels, procedures and workflow.
• Devise efficient methods of accomplishing work and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with City teams to ensure data and functional integrity across projects.
• Identify, recommend, and implement reporting systems, dashboards, and performance metrics for leadership decisions.
• Serve as main system administrator to People and Culture systems and liaise with Seattle IT/vendor.
• Document and train users on system usage and best practices.
• Perform other duties of a comparable level/type as required.

Skills

HR systems project management

System design and implementation

HR data analytics

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration / public administration / finance / computer science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Power Automate

HRIS databases

Job description

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

The People and Culture Business Unit is seeking a talented and experienced professional to join our team as a People and Culture Senior Systems Administrator Analyst. The successful individual needs to have demonstrated experience in project management, system design, development, and implementation/improvement of system solutions in the human resources field. The work requires advanced knowledge of human resource management practices, theories, and techniques and of organizational structure, functions and procedures. This position will report to the People and Culture Systems and Analytics Manager.

• Project lead over HR systems, development and implementation projects involving considerable scope, complexity and long term commitments;
• Lead system user groups in the design, development, implementation, and modification of systems.
• Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of management controls, channels of communication, operating procedures, organization and flow of work;
• Devise efficient methods of accomplishing work and recommend solutions to resolve problems.
• Collaborate with utility team members to ensure data and functional integrity across projects. Will personally interact with departmental personnel, consultants, other City departmental personnel and management to explain technical recommendations.
• Identify, recommend, and implement solutions for reporting systems, dashboards, and performance metrics to support leadership/management business decisions.
• Serve as main system administrator to People and Culture business unit systems and provide troubleshooting assistance to internal customers including, but not limited to, being the point of contact with Seattle IT/vendor.
• Document and train users on system usage and best practice on system operations.
• Performs other duties of a comparable level/type as required.

Required Qualifications

In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Requires three years of experience in systems, operations, procedures, research or analysis and a Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, finance, computer science or a related field (or a combination of education, training or experience that provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Desired Qualifications

• Extensive work experience working with varied HRIS databases and related software and process automation;
• Advanced automation proficiency working with Microsoft Apps (Excel, SharePoint, and Power Automate);
• Strong analytical skills, critical thinking and excellent problem-solving skills;
• Ability to bridge the technical gap between IT and non-technical users;
• Self-motivated team player with proven ability to be flexible and adaptable to a changing environment;
• Demonstrated experience communicating with individuals at all levels of the organization and model effective customer service;
• Demonstrated experience handling confidential and sensitive information;
• Ability to meet deadlines without compromising accuracy, excellent product quality and attention to detail; and,
• Possess a positive, service-oriented attitude with strong time management and organizational skills with exceptional follow-through to maintain workload.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Emergency Response Commitment:

Seattle City Light is committed to reliable service during emergencies. Through our Emergency Response Program, each employee is assigned a role—usually aligned with their regular duties—to support emergency operations. Your participation is required and vital to helping the utility stay prepared and serve our community when it matters most.

The full salary range for this position is $56.23 to $65.54 per hour.

Who May Apply

This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers