Central Procurement Office Systems and Data Analyst IV

Title:Central Procurement Office (CPO) Systems and Data Analyst IV (003782
Location: Seattle Tacoma 

Job Description:

Minimum Salary

: 114,478.00     

Maximum Salary

: 154,882.00   

The Port of Seattle is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.  

Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered.

Some of what you'll be doing: 

As a Central Procurement Office (CPO) Systems and Data Analyst IV, you will support and enhance progressive systems across multiple modules and applications. You will lead the analysis, design, and implementation of system and process requirements, including developing functional specifications, configuring systems, conducting testing, and documenting solutions. This role also involves identifying and recommending customizations for both PeopleSoft and Port-specific applications. In addition, you will contribute to strategic planning efforts related to systems integration and process improvement to help define and achieve long-term organizational goals.

• You will compare customer and stakeholder requirements, prioritizing needs based on business impact, feasibility, and implementation effort.
• You will manage systems through installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware and software to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• You will build business cases for technology improvements, presenting alternative solutions, assessing risks, conducting cost-benefit analyses, and evaluating impacts on business processes and system priorities.
• You will research emerging technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and integration into existing systems and workflows.
• You will design, build, optimize, and maintain advanced Business Intelligence (BI) solutions to deliver actionable insights, ensuring best practices in data acquisition, integration, visualization, and performance optimization.
• You will collaborate with management to proactively identify opportunities to enhance systems, streamline processes, and leverage technology for greater efficiency.
• You will create and maintain comprehensive system documentation, including business requirements, process flows, configuration records, and project status reports.
• You will develop and deliver user training within areas of specialization, including refreshers and upgrade training as new systems and features are implemented.

Who you are:

• Experienced – You have five (5) years of experience managing software or data systems including testing and documentation of procedures and analysis.
• Desired – We hope you have an Analytics Certification such as Microsoft or Google Analytics or Data Science Certification. 
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.  At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Proficient – You can create and maintain comprehensive system documentation and training materials, deliver user training and support, and ensure software quality through iterative testing before production rollout. You can apply your expertise in data integration, extraction, and visualization, as well as project management, process improvement, Project Management Office (PMO) methodologies, the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), system architecture, and security protocols.
• Problem- Solver – You can apply advanced troubleshooting skills to perform root cause analysis and resolve issues efficiently. You can program and debug macros, and gather, analyze, and synthesize complex data to drive informed strategies and continuous process improvements.
• Technically Skilled – You can write efficient SQL queries and develop accurate, actionable reports. You can leverage your foundational SQL knowledge and hands-on experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) or similar database environments.

What else you need to know: 

• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies.
• Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.

Why you'll love it here: 

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

Why the Port of Seattle: 

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. ND123

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.