Workforce Data Manager

King County is launching an ambitious effort to make government more transparent accountable and effective through the King County Delivers plan. To support this work we are seeking a results-driven Workforce Data Manager to join our Human Resources department.

As our Workforce Data Manager you will support the creation of metrics programming and business reviews in alignment with Executive Zahilays Executive Order to strengthen governance and fiscal oversight.

Data Management & Governance

• Oversee the collection storage maintenance and use of HR data ensuring integrity accuracy and security in alignment with King County policies and standards.
• Lead and support countywide HR data governance efforts in collaboration with DHR Leadership KCIT and partner agencies.
• Develop and steward an enterprise HR data inventory and access framework identifying barriers and enabling consistent cohesive data use across systems.

• Analyze HR data to identify trends generate insights and support strategic and operational decision making.
• Develop meaningful enterprise performance metrics and standardized formulas for HR measures.
• Monitor key indicators analyze trends and make recommendations aligned with organizational goals and human centered values.
• Support operational financial and policy analysis using internal and partner data to inform decision making advance equity and improve service delivery.
  

• Build implement and maintain business intelligence dashboards and reporting systems (e.g. Power BI) including data cleaning architecture visualization and automation.
• Deliver regular and ad hoc reports to HR leadership department and division leaders and the Executive Office promoting transparency and accountability.
• Lead business intelligence and performance review meetings to support data informed decision making.
• Establish a standing cadence for enterprise analysis reporting and auditing.

• Ensure HR data systems and tools remain aligned with enterprise standards and support evolving business needs
• Assess current data repositories and reporting capabilities; recommend infrastructure system and process improvements
• Lead cross functional teams to analyze business needs and implement data driven process improvements that enhance operational efficiency compliance and service delivery
• Continuously improve tools processes and data practices as staff and leaders mature in their use of management data.

• Partner with HR teams KCIT the Executive Office and other county departments to support data related initiatives and foster a consistent understanding of HR metrics and data use.
• Develop and deliver training communications and guidance on data management best practices analysis methods and visualization tools.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement innovation and data driven decision making across the HR community.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelors degree in Business Public Administration Human Resources Data Science or a related field and at least five years of experience in business process analysis data management or performance improvement including two or more years in facilitating leadership in such decision making. (An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.)
• Demonstrated experience analyzing complex data sets identifying trends conducting variance and statistical analysis and translating insights into actionable recommendations.
• Proven experience designing building and maintaining business intelligence dashboards or reporting tools using platforms such as Power BI Oracle Smart View or similar technologies.
• Strong skills in data analysis performance measurement and process improvement with a track record of partnering with business leaders to deliver measurable operational improvements.
• Advanced knowledge of business systems analysis and the ability to work with complex data structures and multisystem environments.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to synthesize and convey complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences (staff leadership and partners).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams navigate large and complex organizations manage competing priorities and translate stakeholder needs into clear insights that support policy operations and equity goals.
• Experience working in or with public sector environments or familiarity with politically sensitive multistakeholder decision making contexts.

• Experience with enterprise HR technologies (e.g. NEOGOV PeopleSoft Workday) and data analysis tools such as SQL Python R or advanced Excel.
• Experience with data governance tools (e.g. Microsoft Purview Collibra Informatica) and knowledge of data privacy and security practices relevant to the public sector.
• Experience with advanced analytics including statistical modeling predictive analysis or applied AI/ML concepts in service of HR or organizational performance.
• Professional certification in HR or data management (e.g. SHRMCP PHR CDMP).

Who May Apply
This recruitment is open to King County employees and the public and will be used to fill one 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 the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Forms and Materials Required

• An online employment application completed at The employment history should go back at least 10 years if you have 10 years of employment or more to include all relevant experience. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. All relevant experience must be included in the application.
• We highly encourage you to include a cover letter and resume with your application but it is not required.