About the Role
Under Executive Zahilay’s leadership, we are making King County a high performing, transparent government delivering services that improve residents’ lives. In support of our staff and this vision, we are seeking a detail-oriented and collegial Human Resources Analyst.
Under the direction of the Administrative Services Manager, the Human Resources Analyst will have the primary responsibility for managing the department’s payroll and supporting position management.
Key Responsibilities
- Process payroll and/or timekeeping transactions using various software programs including PeopleSoft modules.
- Process overtime, attendance, holiday pay, action pay, step increases, leave donations and all other routine maintenance functions.
- Review and prepare payroll reports, forms, and statistical data such as attendance and time reporting charts, tables and graphs.
- Support new hire position entry and new employee orientation onboarding registration.
- Support position management in all units of the Executive department; including creation of new positions, deactivation of inactive roles,
- Support administrative and payroll aspects of leave processing following department HR designation.
- Provide support in the handling of departmental annual merit transmittal.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Expectations
- In the office a minimum of 3 days a week. Meetings may not have a call-in option for required in-person days, and the expectation is to be in the office.
- Be on time, respectful of others’ time, and responsive when needed.
- Bring an urgency to the work. We will start fast. The work will be intense, challenging, and incredibly rewarding.
- Meetings will have written expectations, including an agenda with the goals and outcomes. Owners and next steps will be clear.
- Processes and work will continuously improve.
Values
- Serve with integrity, humility and empathy.
- Show initiative and work hard.
- Prioritize outcomes over optics.
- Center those most impacted and put “boots on the ground.
- Resolve challenges with a “yes, and” mindset.
- Work as one, adaptable, mission-driven team.
Ideal Candidate
- Knowledge of King County payroll production, processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of King County human resources policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of record keeping and monitoring procedures.
- Skill in comparing records and data for accuracy; and researching/reconciling errors and discrepancies.
- Advanced problem-solving skills.
- Ability to respond to unanticipated requests and work in a high-pressured environment with strict deadlines while remaining calm and professional.
- Strong ability to organize and multi-task, working with various forms of data.
- Work cohesively with a team to meet objectives as well as work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proven experience validating and reconciling reports.
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office Excel, proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Exceptional communication and customer service skills (with diverse audiences) orally, written and in person and the ability to be diplomatic and sensitive while effectively communicating information.
- Ability to research and compile information.
- Skill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Discretion and confidentiality.
Why Join Us
This is a rare opportunity to join an adaptable and mission-driven team that shapes how King County delivers for its residents and center those most impacted. Human Resources Analyst will play a pivotal role supporting our team in the Office of Executive Zahilay.
The King County Executive Department serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with integrity, transparency, and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and frugal stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve.
We will work in the office at least three days a week to foster connection and responsiveness, arrive prepared and on time, and structure meetings with clear goals and next steps. The team will represent the Executive with professionalism—including responsible social media conduct—and respond promptly when contacted. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive executive-level salary, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health, retirement, and leave benefits
- Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
- Ability to make a meaningful impact on how King County delivers for its residents
Application Process
To apply, please submit your résumé, a brief cover letter, and a statement of interest describing how your experience aligns with the Executive’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government.
