Business Intelligence Analyst I

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.

• 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. Weekend on-call coverage may be required as needed.
• 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.

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.

As a Business Intelligence (BI) analyst, you will be responsible for managing concurrent analytical projects. You will also be involved in project work with Port-wide reach that requires some consultation with organizational and functional departments, and you will translate simple requirements into analytical applications and solutions that inform business cases, with significant cost and process savings and contribute directly to the success of department business plans and key enterprise strategic goals.

• You will design, develop, and maintain basic to intermediate BI solutions using technologies such as Tableau, Excel, and Alteryx.
• You will function as a technical resource for reporting and analytical projects, be familiar with data sources used in day-to-day operations, and respond quickly to ad hoc problems.
• You will provide advice for analytics projects, including utilizing best practices for the design and development of analytical solutions and data visualizations, as well as reviewing and contributing to technical documentation to ensure accurate development of reporting solutions.
• You will assist in managing the Tableau Cloud environment including data sources, security, and subscriptions.  
• You will bring data to life using storytelling and advanced data visualization techniques. You will also use data visualization tools to communicate actionable insights across multiple data sources.
• You will actively participate in the business intelligence community by preparing materials for presentations at local conferences as well as attending conferences and training to bring fresh ideas to the organization. 
• You will continuously maintain an understanding of Business Intelligence technology, architecture, methodologies, and best practices and build additional BI capability through training programs and one-on-one assistance.

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. Find out more here.

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 development and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.

• Experienced – You possess six (6) months of entry-level experience in data analysis and working with large data sets. This includes using SQL and data visualization tools such as Tableau, ETL tool like Alteryx, and/or with data modeling and data warehousing concepts. This may include internship experience. 
• Desired – We hope you have a bachelor’s degree or above in computer science, math, information technology, and/or information security. 
• 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 analyze complex datasets using statistical methods and BI tools, create effective data visualizations, and use strong SQL skills to extract and manipulate data. You also have experience with data modeling and data warehousing, understanding business processes, and have basic knowledge of relational database design and research methods.
• Efficient Communicator – You have strong communication skills to present findings to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Analytical – You can think critically and solve problems using data-driven insights and can pay attention to details and ensure data accuracy. You can also manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Adaptable – You can work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and can work independently and as part of a team.