People Analytics Specialist

Posting number: 2026-00250

Department: Human Resources

Division: Human Resources

Job classification: People Analytics Specialist

Posting type: Open

Categories: Human Resources

Summary

BASIC FUNCTION
To provide functional support, subject matter expertise, analysis, maintenance, and implementation of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), websites, Human Resources (HR) technology, and analytics needs.  

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of employment verification and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. 
For any questions, reach out to SHR-Talent@snoco.org

Examples of duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES 

1. Leads the implementation and use of HRIS, including assisting in the configuration, customization and administration of major HR systems.
2. Works with the Department of Information Technology (DoIT) to perform day-to-day functional maintenance and support of HR systems to ensure operational maintenance and integrity.
3. Recommends and implements procedural changes to improve operations and enhance the performance of HR systems. Apply appropriate models, data, and best practices to evaluate and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department’s technologies.
4. Tests HRIS for program updates and troubleshoots new releases prior to full implementation to provide suggested solutions to developers.
5. Performs analysis to troubleshoot the cause for data problems. Researches and identifies limitations, user errors or lack of standard procedures for ongoing administration. 
6. Provides application support to department staff. Supports the needs related to system operations, HR processes, and special projects.  
7. Provides relevant information, creates and updates training materials to support HR users.  Develops ad hoc reporting and other analytical activities. 
8. Performs people analytics through the development of HRIS reports and dashboards as necessary to meet reporting requirements and to provide staff and management with information to support workflows and business decisions.
9. Coordinates with DoIT to organize technology service and maintenance contracts as needed, including oversight/validation of work performed by consultants and vendors.  
10. Oversees and maintains the department’s website and any related technical documentation. 

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES 

1. Maintains network access profiles/permissions for Human Resources, including access rights to directories, groups and files.
2. May serve as the liaison with outside contract vendors; recommends and oversees new programs and modifications to existing programs.
3. May act as project lead in helping departments develop automated solutions to related workflow issues.
4. Performs related duties as required.      

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
     A Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science or related field; AND two (2) years experience in functional analysis, business analysis and software administration/implementation; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
      Experience with HRIS and other HR systems preferred.
      Experience creating and updating SharePoint sites preferred.
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 
       Must sign a confidentiality agreement as a condition of employment.

Supplemental information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
 
Knowledge of: 

• data management and data reporting philosophy, standards, and best practices
• HRIS systems and functionality
• expertise with spreadsheets, databases, and analytics tools
• advanced technology use standards and best practices
• troubleshooting techniques and best practices
• various file structures and formats
• project management principles, tools, and techniques

Ability to: 

• work independently while managing multiple prioriti