Apprenticeship Program Business Partner

Position Description

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

The Apprenticeship Program Business Partner (BP) serves as a key human resource partner responsible for overseeing the onboarding, engagement, and performance management of apprentices. This Business Partner ensures that apprentices are integrated into the organizational culture and equipped with the necessary training and resources to succeed. The role involves developing strategies to maintain engagement, assisting with performance reviews, and addressing performance issues. This role will collaborate with department leaders to identify training programs and act as a point of contact for resolving concerns. Additionally, this role will evaluate apprenticeship program success through data analysis, adjust strategies as needed, and ensure the program aligns with organizational goals. By working closely with leadership, the BP will contribute to strategic discussions to address program needs and provide insights for program improvement. This position will report to the Performance and Policy Manager.

Job Responsibilities

Here Is More About What You’ll Be Doing

Qualifications Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Requires three years of experience as an administrative staff assistant, administrative staff analyst, budget analyst or a related field and a bachelor's degree in business or public administration or a related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience that provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Certification/License:

Current valid state issued driver’s license from any US state to be verified prior to start date. Out of state license holders will be required to obtain a WA state license within 30 days of hire.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

Additional Information

The full salary range for this position is $54.28 to $63.26 per hour.

Application Process Please Submit The Following With Your Online Application

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Who May Apply : This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.