HRIM Analyst

Full Job Description

Metro Transit’s Employee Services supports the largest department in King County in recruitment and selection, workforce planning and development, hiring authority and section manager advisement, HRIS data and analytics, and electronic records management. Our highly skilled Employee Services team is comprised of HR Service Delivery Managers, Senior HR Analysts, HR Analysts, HR Associates, and specialized administrative support. Our team practices a wide variety of specialization within Employee Services, including selection and recruitment design practices, classification/compensation, policy/procedure development and administration, workforce development, career planning, training, marketing/outreach, data analysis and HR metrics. We take immense pride in knowing that the work we do allows Metro Transit to continue to meet the transportation needs of the county's growing population.

This exciting opportunity is for a career service HRIS Analyst with Metro’s Human Resource Information Management (HRIM) group. The role of the HRIS Analyst provides support for HRIS systems. This includes maintaining HR data integrity by ensuring the accuracy and consistency is compliant with policies, laws, collective bargaining agreements, and King County HR changes.

This recruitment is intended to fill one (1) Special Duty Assignment (SDA), anticipated to last approximately 6 months any may be extended. The actual duration may vary based on the discretion of the supervisor. Additionally, this selection process may be used to establish an eligibility pool for future SDA vacancies within this classification in the Capital Division. The eligibility pool will remain active for 12 months from the posting date and may be extended or utilized at the hiring authority's discretion.

Requirements

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees.

In this role you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work. As the HRIM Analyst, you will:

• Review and update the large volumes of personnel change notices (PCN’s) to employees HR records each payroll processing such as - hiring, promotions, terminations, leaves of absences, salary changes, and union contract implementation per King County (KC) guidelines, CBA contracts, and state/federal laws.
• Administer and guide Metro staff and employees on compliance matters concerning KC policy, contract language, KC programs, and KC HR changes.
• Work with employee records and maintain employee PeopleSoft records such as step progression, benefit service dates, combo codes, and setting work schedules in PeopleSoft.
• Enroll new Metro employees with PeopleSoft security access and set up Peoplesoft numbers for KCIT access to hardware, software, technical, and other resources or programs.
• Serve as an HR liaison between Metro and Payroll Administration, Leaves Administration, and other departments and divisions.
• Assist and maintain internal and external HR controls, which include segregation of duties that impact pay.
• Apply general knowledge, skills, and judgment to solve moderate technical problems related to the PeopleSoft position management, HRIM, and Laserfiche systems.
• Administer PeopleSoft training module - including set-up, maintenance, and other necessary training.
• Assist in developing and providing training and hands-on assistance to division-wide end users.
• Create and edit letters, agendas, reports, charts, and other documents using various systems such as PeopleSoft, Laserfiche, NeoGov, Adobe Pro DC, and Office 365.
• Provide information, advice, and consultation to a high volume of inquiries from employees in the field, management staff, and the general public.
• Evaluate client concerns and complaints and take action to resolve problems and improve service. Respond to inquiries in a timely, diplomatic, and confidential manner.
• Provide backup support to other areas within Metro HRIM staff as needed.
• Audit and review HR activities to mitigate risk and ensure equitable measures are administered.
• Assist in data collection and analysis, including preparing summary reports and creating and using queries and
• spreadsheets from PeopleSoft.
• Work closely with managers and business finance officers in adhering to HR and payroll issues.
• Work with management and senior-level staff in administering changes in county policies that impact HR, payroll/benefits, and Metro.
• Audit HR data activities and I-9 files for compliance and discrepancies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is desirable OR any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the work.

• Demonstrate a competent understanding of HR processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Well versed in understanding and applying HR practices and guidelines, collective bargaining agreements, and various state and federal HR and payroll laws.
• Proficient computer skills which include PeopleSoft, Laserfiche, Microsoft 365, MS Teams, and SharePoint.
• Knowledgeable of records management best practices and guidelines.
• Intermediate-level knowledge and use of Human Capital Management (HCM) systems such as PeopleSoft or other similar Human Resource Information System (HRIS)/Payroll systems.
• Ability to recognize precedent-setting situations, resolve conflict, make difficult decisions, and appropriately escalate issues when necessary.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to convey clear and timely information.
• Strong customer service skills and a commitment to quality, including an ability to establish, build, and maintain
• internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate well with others.
• Cultural sensitivity, diplomacy, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills through:
  • An ability to multi-task, juggle many competing priorities, and see things through to completion.
  • An ability to consolidate information from various sources, including feedback from others to reach sound decisions.
  • An ability to independently prioritize work, establish goals, and coordinate well with teams to ensure consistency across divisions.

Additional Information

Required Application Materials

1. An online King County application. Updated with accurate contact information, and relevant work history going back at least 10 years (or more, if necessary), with all job duties, dates of employment, and reasons for leaving explained clearly.
2. Completed supplemental questions.
3. A letter of interest (cover letter) that addresses why you are interested in this role and how your experience, skills and/or education have prepared you for this position.

Selection Process:
Applications without the above-mentioned materials will not be considered. Application materials will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews and possibly other selection process elements. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks and/or a record review.

NOTE: Applications that are not complete, or do not include the required materials, may be rejected as incomplete, and not advanced in the process. Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions under Application Tips and FAQs at: www.kingcounty.gov/jobs

Work Schedule
This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday. Work hours are comprised of a 40-hour workweek within core hours of workday, normally 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Union Representation/Job Code/Grade
This position is not represented by a union.

Work Location
This is a hybrid position. The team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. Currently the team is required to work 1 day in office on Tuesdays each week. In office requirements are anticipated to increase to 2-3 days per week in 2026. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104.

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.

The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.

Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

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Who May Apply
This opportunity is open to King County Employees who have completed their probationary period in their current career service position.

To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact: Manal Tirhi, mtirhi@kingcounty.gov

Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work, and play.

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way, and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Employer.
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.