Maintenance Finance & Work Program Analyst (Business and Finance Officer III)

Summary

The Department of Local Services (DLS) is seeking a strategic, analytical, and collaborative leader to serve as a Maintenance Finance & Work Program Analyst (Business & Finance Officer III) within the Director’s Office to support our Maintenance Road program. This high-impact role sits at the center of maintenance operations, financial strategy, and executive decision-making, guiding biennial budget development, work program planning, cost recovery oversight, and performance analysis for a complex and service-driven organization. The ideal candidate brings strong public-sector financial expertise, advanced systems knowledge, and the ability to translate operational data into clear, actionable insights that support leadership, strengthen accountability, and ensure responsible stewardship of public resources.

Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice
The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering Equity, Racial and Social Justice in every aspect of our work. Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike.

Job Duties

Maintenance Budget & Work Program Development

• Lead development and publication of the Maintenance biennial budget and annual work program using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and related budgeting systems.
• Provide technical analysis for complex work planning and budget development.

Financial Monitoring & Program Evaluation

• Produce and present monthly planned vs. actual financial and production reports.
• Monitor task-level performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.

Cost Recovery Oversight

• Serve as program owner for the Maintenance loan-in/loan-out work program, including tracking labor, equipment, and reimbursable work for capital projects and external agencies.

Systems Integration, Asset & Rate Management

• Maintain asset inventories and update labor, equipment, and material rates within cost estimating systems.
• Support system upgrades, enhancements, and user testing efforts.

Operational & Emergency Financial Support

• Provide financial oversight for Maintenance applications and operational tools, including transaction validation and reporting.
• Maintain readiness for emergency project setup and support real-time storm and snow event cost tracking.
• Other duties as assigned.

Values

• Serve with integrity.
• Show initiative and work hard.
• Prioritize outcomes over optics.
• Center those most impacted and put “boots on the ground.”
• Sove problems with a “yes, and” mindset
• Work as one, adaptable, mission-driven team

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Knowledge of maintenance work program budgeting and operational cost tracking.
• Knowledge of financial and work management systems (Oracle EBS, Anaplan, Cityworks/Roadworks, Power BI or similar).
• Understanding of cost recovery, rate modeling, and reimbursable project structures.
• Familiarity with emergency response cost accounting
• Skill in developing financial analyses, policy recommendations, and executive-level reports.
• Ability to reconcile data across multiple systems and ensure reporting accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and recurring reporting cycles.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with operational supervisors, field staff, and leadership.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience preparing and presenting data.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in transportation, infrastructure, or maintenance-related operational finance.
• Experience with County Road Administration Board reporting, asset management systems, and work management platforms.
• Experience supporting system upgrades or cross-platform financial data integration.

Supplemental Information

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in a 15-minute phone interview the week of 3/23/26.

If you are selected to move forward after the phone interview, you will be invited for a 45-minute virtual/in-person interview the week of 3/30/26.

WHO MAY APPLY:
This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants and may be used to fill current and or/future career service, term-limited temporary, short-term temporary, and or/special duty positions over the next six months.

APPLICATION PROCESS: A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.

Applications will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Minimum qualifications and answers to supplemental questions must be demonstrated in your application materials.

For interviewing tips, please see the STAR-LA method: star-la_interview_method.pdf

We 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. Meetings may occur at Renton Maintenance Facility located at 155 Monroe Ave NE, Renton, WA 98056, USA or King Street Center located at 201 S Jackson St Seattle, WA 98104.

EMERGENCY DESIGNATION STATUS: This position has been designated Mission-Critical - Those employees who provide, maintain, and re-establish essential county functions as described in agency Continuity of Operations plans.

Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by Protec17.

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To Apply

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 the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Erika Yanak

206-477-0320

erika.yanak@kingcounty.gov