Senior Continuous Improvement Analyst

Seattle City Light; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 161,121,000 - 187,799,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle City Light, a major municipal utility, seeks two Senior Continuous Improvement Analysts to lead data-driven improvement initiatives. You will facilitate rapid improvement events, analyze complex processes, and develop dashboards to inform decisions. Strong Lean and Six Sigma, facilitation, and collaboration skills are essential.

The roles emphasize cross-functional teamwork, change management, and the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences across departments.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in systems, operations, procedures, research or analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, finance, computer science or related field (or equivalent background).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent incl. three years of Green Belt projects.
• Proficiency in data visualization and analytics tools (Tableau, Excel, SQL).
• Experience with workflow automation solutions (Adobe Sign, Microsoft PowerAutomate).
• Ability to learn and work with various data and business applications.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage improvement initiatives: design, facilitate, and manage rapid improvement events with diverse teams.
• Process optimization: identify pain points, conduct root cause analysis, test countermeasures.
• Data analysis & visualization: collect, clean, analyze, and develop dashboards and reports.
• Business application integration: assist with automating and streamlining processes.
• Cross-department collaboration: partner with stakeholders across functions.
• Project management: manage multiple improvement projects with strategic alignment.
• Stakeholder engagement & change management: translate solutions and foster adoption.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Facilitation

Data analysis

Cross-functional collab

Change management

Tableau

Excel

SQL

Power Automate

Adobe Sign

Education

Bachelor's in business

Public administration

Finance

Computer science

Equivalent experience

Tools

Tableau

Excel

SQL

Power Automate

Adobe Sign

Job description

Position 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.

We are seeking two Senior Continuous Improvement Analysts to lead and support organizational improvement initiatives through structured problem-solving and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will facilitate different structured problem-solving activities such as rapid improvement events, 5S, and discreet improvement projects. They will analyze complex systems and processes, develop insightful data products, and lead cross-functional improvement projects. This role requires advanced skill in facilitation, problem-solving, collaboration, and business system workflow and process analysis. A strategic mindset guided by Lean and/or Lean Six Sigma methods are instrumental to this position’s success.

Job Responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage improvement initiatives: Design, facilitate, and manage rapid improvement events and structured problem-solving activities with diverse teams. Model and coach individuals and teams in effective problem solving and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Process Optimization & Workflow Enhancement: Partner with business to identify pain points in existing processes and workflows, conduct root cause analysis, and identify and test countermeasures. Apply new and/or existing technologies to automate and error-proof workflows and processes.
• Data Analysis & Visualization: Partner with business and data and technology teams to collect, clean, analyze, and interpret data; and develop dashboards, reports, tables, and other visual tools to enable a deeper understanding of operational performance and to inform decisions.
• Business Application Integration: Assist with integrating new applications into existing processes to support automation and/or streamlining; and identify opportunities to leverage existing functionality of different business applications to optimize business and operational processes.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders within the utility and across city departments to drive coordinated process improvements.
• Project Management: Manage multiple improvement projects ensuring continued alignment with strategic priorities.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management: Work closely with employees at all levels, translating technical solutions into accessible business language and fostering adoption of continuous improvement thinking and tools.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Experience: Three years of experience in systems, operations, procedures, research or analysis.

Education: 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

• Experience:
  • 3 years+ of experience in a dedicated continuous improvement work environment such as health care, construction, or manufacturing.
  • 3 years+ of experience managing cross-functional improvement projects in a large, complex organization.
  • Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, visualization, and reporting for diverse audiences.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM or social science field such as industrial engineering, economics, organizational psychology, operations research, business administration, or public administration.
• Technical Skills:
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent including at least three years of experience conducting Green Belt level improvement projects.
  • Proficiency in data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Excel, SQL).
  • Experience with workflow automation solutions (i.e. Adobe Sign, Microsoft PowerAutomate).
  • Ability to quickly learn and work with various data and business applications.
• People Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguity and change.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts into plain business language.
  • Ability to influence without authority and partner effectively with stakeholders across functions and levels.

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.

Additional Information

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 the 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.