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Sound Transit · 1 day ago

Senior Business Analyst-Agency Controls

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$61K/yr - $155K/yr

4+ years exp

Sound Transit is a public transportation agency, and they are seeking a Senior Business Analyst – Agency Controls to provide executive administrative support to the Executive Director and division leadership. The role involves synthesizing complex information, managing strategic priorities, and ensuring alignment between operational execution and organizational goals.

Public TransportationRailroadTransportation

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Partner directly with the Executive Director to manage strategic priorities, track commitments, and monitor progress toward goals

Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, talking points, and briefing materials

Anticipate information and analysis needs of leadership to inform proactive decision-making

Support team meetings: agenda development, materials preparation, facilitation support, and documentation of action items

Complete regular reviews of division budget and spending with Agency Controls management and Agency Oversight Chief of Staff office

Support budget planning, resource allocation, and business case development

Coordinate onboarding, training initiatives, and professional development planning to ensure staff have the skills and knowledge needed to succeed

Draft, update, and socialize divisional policies, standard operating procedures, and guidance to support compliance and consistency

Handle requests and modifications to division procurements and requisitions, in coordination with the Agency Oversight Chief of Staff office

Support leadership in rolling out new initiatives, systems, or governance structures, including communication, adoption, and feedback loops

Develop and coordinate division initiatives and projects; take assignments from original concept through final implementation

Develop and maintain effective systems to manage Agency Controls records, communications, and efficient intradepartmental collaboration and coordination (e.g., Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, HUB, shared drives, etc.) in coordination with the Agency Oversight Chief of Staff office

Partner with Agency Controls leadership and staff to formulate, implement, and sustain effective programs, procedures, and process improvements

Build strong relationships across the organization to support strategic objectives

Champion and model Sound Transit's core values and demonstrate values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency

Contribute to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity & Inclusion Policy

It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees

It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Business analysisData analysisProject managementBudgetingPolicy developmentExecutive communicationRelationship managementChange managementProblem-solvingOrganizational knowledge

Required

Bachelors degree in Business or Public Administration or related field

Four years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis, management consulting, strategic planning, or organizational operations

Experience supporting executive leaders or leadership teams in a complex organization (public sector, nonprofit, or private)

Knowledge of project management, contract administration, budgeting, record keeping, and policy/procedure development

Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret complex data; translate findings into clear recommendations, reports, and presentations

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to anticipate issues, evaluate options, and support executive decision-making

Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency in preparing professional correspondence, reports, and executive presentations

Demonstrated ability to use modern office technology and software, including spreadsheets, databases, and data visualization/reporting tools

Ability to interpret and apply organizational policies, procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local regulations

Skilled at establishing and maintaining effective working relationships across levels of staff, leadership, and external partners; able to manage sensitive issues tactfully and diplomatically

Experience coordinating multiple concurrent projects and tasks, with the ability to reprioritize in response to shifting demands

Experience preparing materials, briefings, or recommendations for senior executives or governance bodies

Preferred

Familiarity with business intelligence, data visualization, or statistical analysis tools beyond standard office applications

Experience leading change management efforts, workflow redesign, or organizational process improvement initiatives

Understanding of public sector, nonprofit, or regulated industry environments, including related compliance frameworks

Demonstrated ability to draft technical briefings, documents, or communication tailored to diverse audiences

Benefits

Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.

Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.

Employee Assistance Program.

Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).

Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.

Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.

Pet Insurance.

ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.

Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.

Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.