Rail Business & Finance Officer II (SDA)
Apply NowCompany: King County, WA
Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
Salary : $86,590.40 - $115,107.20 Annually
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Special Duty Assignment
Job Number: 2025KA24113
Department: MTD - Metro Transit
Division: Rail
Opening Date: 04/07/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: C4 : PROTEC17-P&T-MTD
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Summary
This opportunity is open to current King County Career Service employees. We are not accepting external applications at this time.
King County Metro Transit's Rail Division is looking for self-directed candidates who will be involved in multiple facets of the financial operations for a large division. You must be a self-starter, have a passion for using analytics to research business drivers and inform decisions, have a mind for understanding the financial aspects of a business, and are excited to continually learn and grow. If this sounds like you, come join our dynamic team as the Business and Finance Officer (BFO II) for the Rail Division.
Under general supervision, the BFO II will work independently and perform a wide variety of analytical, technical and coordinating duties. Successful candidates will be able to bring existing knowledge in accounting and financial management and have skills at working with a variety of stakeholders. This position is ideal for any candidate who is seeking to start, or continue, on a career path toward becoming a higher-level Business & Finance Officer within the King County organization.
Position Information: This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) Special Duty Assignment (SDA) Special Business Finance Officer II (BFO II) Classification vacancy. The SDA is anticipated to last up to 12 months with possibility of extension. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool/list for future Special Duty Assignment vacancies that may occur in this classification within this workgroup. The eligibility pool list will be retained for 12 months from the date of creation and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Job Duties
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of this work. As a Business and Finance Officer (BFO) II, you will:
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
We are looking for candidates who have:
Highly competitive candidates will have (desired, but not required):
Supplemental Information
Who May Apply:
This recruitment is open ONLY to current King County, career service (CS) employees who have completed the probationary period in their current CS position. We are not accepting external applications.
To Apply:
The following application materials are required:
Submit an online employment application, completed at , and complete all answers to the supplemental questions. Attach a letter of interest that: Applications that do not include the required materials, may be rejected as incomplete, and not advanced in the process. Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions under Application Tips and FAQs at www.kingcounty gov/jobs.
Application materials will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews and possibly other selection process elements. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks and/or a record review.
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: Khadija Al-mohanawy, HR Analyst, at kalmohanawy@kingcounty.gov.
Other Position Information:
Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday. Work hours are comprised of a 40-hour work week, normally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Teleworking Requirement
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly in a hybrid work environment that is predominately remote telework completed with occasional on-site attendance as needed at Operations and Maintenance Facility Central located at 3407 Airport Way South, Seattle, WA 98134. Some work out of other locations may be required, including the Operations and Maintenance Facility - East at 1925 120th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA and any future Sound Transit Link facilities.
Employee will have access to shared workspaces at various Sound Transit facilities. Employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employee will be provided with a Sound Transit issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Union Membership: This position is represented by C4 : PROTEC17-P&T-MTD
Class Code: 2131200 BUSINESS AND FINANCE OFFICER II
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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This position requires a letter of interest detailing how your experiences and abilities have prepared you to take on the job duties, including why you are the best fit for the position. Include a brief description of your skills, experience, and knowledge. Did you attach the required letter of interest (also known as cover letter)? If not, you may still go back to that section of the application and attach it. Applications that do not include all required materials may be rejected as incomplete and not advance in the process.
02
How many years of experience do you have in financial operations of a large organization, such as budgeting, planning, forecasting, reporting, procurement, and/or payroll?
03
Describe the nature of your experience and/or training and working in financial operations of a large organization, such as budgeting, planning, forecasting, reporting, procurement, and/or payroll. Include name of employer(s) where you gained this experience in your answer. Answer "N/A" (not applicable) if you do not have this type of experience.
04
Which of the following most closely describes your skill level with Excel?
05
Which of the following knowledge, skills, or experience do you possess? (select all that apply)
06
Which of the following desired qualifications do you possess? (select all that apply)
07
Do you have any relatives employed by King County? A relative is defined as a parent, child, sibling, spouse or domestic partner, aunt or uncle, niece or nephew, grandparent, grandchild, in-laws, children, or relatives of a domestic partner.
08
If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the employee's name, position, and your relationship or enter "N/A".
09
If you answered yes to the previous question, does your relative work for King County's METRO Transit Department?
10
If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the Division of King County Metro that they currently work in. Select one.
11
MTD - If you have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, will you need accommodation in the recruitment process? This confidential information is solicited for the purposes of providing reasonable accommodation.
12
I certify that the statements made by me on the application and supplemental questions are, to the best of my knowledge, true, complete and correct. I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission of fact on this or any other document required by King County may constitute grounds for rejection, or if employed by King County, for disciplinary measures, including dismissal.
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Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Special Duty Assignment
Job Number: 2025KA24113
Department: MTD - Metro Transit
Division: Rail
Opening Date: 04/07/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: C4 : PROTEC17-P&T-MTD
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Summary
This opportunity is open to current King County Career Service employees. We are not accepting external applications at this time.
King County Metro Transit's Rail Division is looking for self-directed candidates who will be involved in multiple facets of the financial operations for a large division. You must be a self-starter, have a passion for using analytics to research business drivers and inform decisions, have a mind for understanding the financial aspects of a business, and are excited to continually learn and grow. If this sounds like you, come join our dynamic team as the Business and Finance Officer (BFO II) for the Rail Division.
Under general supervision, the BFO II will work independently and perform a wide variety of analytical, technical and coordinating duties. Successful candidates will be able to bring existing knowledge in accounting and financial management and have skills at working with a variety of stakeholders. This position is ideal for any candidate who is seeking to start, or continue, on a career path toward becoming a higher-level Business & Finance Officer within the King County organization.
Position Information: This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) Special Duty Assignment (SDA) Special Business Finance Officer II (BFO II) Classification vacancy. The SDA is anticipated to last up to 12 months with possibility of extension. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool/list for future Special Duty Assignment vacancies that may occur in this classification within this workgroup. The eligibility pool list will be retained for 12 months from the date of creation and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Job Duties
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of this work. As a Business and Finance Officer (BFO) II, you will:
- Take ownership of certain financial and accounting processes and practices within Link Light Rail (P-Card, Procurement, Expense Reclasses, etc.) and make recommendations to optimize data integrity, efficiencies, accuracy, and consistency within the Rail Division, and outside with accounting, as well as across the other divisions of Metro, as applicable.
- Assist in developing and preparing annual or biennial budgets, analyze, and monitor actual expenses and formulate quarterly spending projections.
- Regularly monitor expense entries, for project, account and cost center coding errors and make corrections where necessary.
- Assist BFO IIIs in managing financial reporting to division and section leadership, Metro's Finance and Administration Division, and regional partners, occasionally presenting data at divisional or section business meetings.
- Track Rail division staffing changes on a consistent basis and update employee data file for the monthly Rail Division organizational chart.
- Work with divisional and section staff and Human Resources representatives to manage personnel counts and hiring.
- Assist in providing project management support for budget development.
- Provide additional support to Division or Section leadership as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience or training or the equivalent combination of experience and education in financial operations of a large organization, such as budgeting, planning, forecasting, reporting, procurement, and/or payroll.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel - finding and securing appropriate data and being able to create complex spreadsheets from scratch; as well as reverse-engineer and revise existing spreadsheets.
- Ability to distill complex financial information into meaningful business analysis for a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively apply problem-solving skills, including the capacity to define and analyze problems to determine appropriate solutions.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work productively with core workgroups, management, central budget staff, and outside agencies.
- General understanding of project and financial accounting concepts and principles, including generally accepted accounting principles and indirect cost accounting.
- Ability to work independently with strong organizational and time management skills in the face of conflicting, and rapidly changing priorities.
Highly competitive candidates will have (desired, but not required):
- Knowledge of and experience with enterprise finance and King County Metro systems, processes, and analytical/reporting tools (such as M5, Oracle EBS, OBIEE (BI Insights), P-Card, Procurement, "POETA" coding system).
- Experience and/or training specific to public sector and/or transit organization financials.
Supplemental Information
Who May Apply:
This recruitment is open ONLY to current King County, career service (CS) employees who have completed the probationary period in their current CS position. We are not accepting external applications.
To Apply:
The following application materials are required:
- Describes your interest in the BFO II (SDA)position and how your experiences and abilities have prepared you to take on the job duties, including why you are the best fit for the position. Include a brief description of your skills, experience, and knowledge.
- Only the first two pages of your letter of interest will be reviewed.
Application materials will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews and possibly other selection process elements. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks and/or a record review.
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: Khadija Al-mohanawy, HR Analyst, at kalmohanawy@kingcounty.gov.
Other Position Information:
Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday. Work hours are comprised of a 40-hour work week, normally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Teleworking Requirement
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly in a hybrid work environment that is predominately remote telework completed with occasional on-site attendance as needed at Operations and Maintenance Facility Central located at 3407 Airport Way South, Seattle, WA 98134. Some work out of other locations may be required, including the Operations and Maintenance Facility - East at 1925 120th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA and any future Sound Transit Link facilities.
Employee will have access to shared workspaces at various Sound Transit facilities. Employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employee will be provided with a Sound Transit issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Union Membership: This position is represented by C4 : PROTEC17-P&T-MTD
Class Code: 2131200 BUSINESS AND FINANCE OFFICER II
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01
This position requires a letter of interest detailing how your experiences and abilities have prepared you to take on the job duties, including why you are the best fit for the position. Include a brief description of your skills, experience, and knowledge. Did you attach the required letter of interest (also known as cover letter)? If not, you may still go back to that section of the application and attach it. Applications that do not include all required materials may be rejected as incomplete and not advance in the process.
- Yes
- No
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How many years of experience do you have in financial operations of a large organization, such as budgeting, planning, forecasting, reporting, procurement, and/or payroll?
- None
- Less than one year
- One year but less than two years
- Two years but less than three years
- Three or more years
03
Describe the nature of your experience and/or training and working in financial operations of a large organization, such as budgeting, planning, forecasting, reporting, procurement, and/or payroll. Include name of employer(s) where you gained this experience in your answer. Answer "N/A" (not applicable) if you do not have this type of experience.
04
Which of the following most closely describes your skill level with Excel?
- None, but willing to learn.
- Beginner. Familiar with the basic functions of Excel, such as data entry, simple calculations, and navigating the interface. Able to create basic spreadsheets and use elementary formulas.
- Intermediate: Comfortable with creating and formatting spreadsheets, using a range of formulas (e.g., SUM, AVERAGE, IF), and generating charts and graphs. Capable of performing moderate data analysis tasks.
- Advanced: Proficient in using advanced features like PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and conditional formatting. Skilled in handling large datasets, performing complex data analysis, and creating dynamic reports.
- Expert: Highly skilled in all aspects of Excel, including VBA programming, advanced data modeling, and integration with other software. Able to design and implement sophisticated solutions to complex problems, automating tasks and creating advanced dashboards.
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Which of the following knowledge, skills, or experience do you possess? (select all that apply)
- Experience managing multiple competing tasks/projects and priorities
- General understanding of project and financial accounting concepts and principles, including generally accepted accounting principles and indirect cost accounting.
- Experience in detailed financial analysis and reporting for diverse audiences.
- None of the above
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Which of the following desired qualifications do you possess? (select all that apply)
- Ability to develop financial strategies or plans and apply business analysis techniques.
- Knowledge of and experience with enterprise finance and King County Metro, Rail Division systems, processes, and analytical/reporting tools (such as M5, Oracle EBS, OBIEE (BI Insights), P-Card, Procurement, "POETA" coding system).
- Working knowledge of King County Metro's Rail organization - the division's workflow, work product, internal inter-dependencies, and overall processes.
- Experience and/or training specific to public sector and/or transit organization financials.
- None of the above
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Do you have any relatives employed by King County? A relative is defined as a parent, child, sibling, spouse or domestic partner, aunt or uncle, niece or nephew, grandparent, grandchild, in-laws, children, or relatives of a domestic partner.
- YES
- NO
08
If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the employee's name, position, and your relationship or enter "N/A".
09
If you answered yes to the previous question, does your relative work for King County's METRO Transit Department?
- YES
- NO
- N/A
10
If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the Division of King County Metro that they currently work in. Select one.
- a. Bus Operations Division
- b. Capital Division
- c. Employee Services Division
- d. General Manager's Office
- e. Facilities Division
- f. Finance & Administration Division
- g. Marine Division
- h. Mobility Division
- i. Rail Division (including Streetcar)
- j. Safety, Security & Quality Assurance
- k. Vehicle Maintenance
- N/A
11
MTD - If you have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, will you need accommodation in the recruitment process? This confidential information is solicited for the purposes of providing reasonable accommodation.
- Yes
- No
12
I certify that the statements made by me on the application and supplemental questions are, to the best of my knowledge, true, complete and correct. I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission of fact on this or any other document required by King County may constitute grounds for rejection, or if employed by King County, for disciplinary measures, including dismissal.
- Yes
- No
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