Human Resource Consultant 4



Job Details

Human Resource Consultant 4
Employer

State of Washington (Training)

Salary

$61,632.00 - $82,896.00 Annually

Location

Multiple Locations Statewide, WA

Job Type

Agency Internal - Non-Permanent

Remote Employment

Remote Only

Job Number

2023-00081 Training

Department

Employment Security Department

Division

Executive Programs

Opening Date

06/12/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

Our ideal candidate will have experience in researching and providing advice and rule interpretation to management and agency staff regarding the Collective Bargaining Agreement and other state and federal rules, laws, policies, and procedures.

The Human Resource Consultation Team is hiring a non-permanent Human Resource Consultant (HRC4) to come along side and assist our Consulting team by providing the full scope of human resource services. They will independently determine what advice and rule interpretation to provide to management and staff on complex personnel issues. This non-permanent position is anticipated to last up to one (1) year and is full-time telework. If you're passionate about making a measurable difference and are ready for the opportunity to provide meaningful consulting to our staff, then we encourage you to apply! 


Please Note: This opportunity is available only to current Employment Security Department employees.

Duties

In this role, you will provide a full range of expert level consultation to supervisors and managers in all HR related areas and exercising independent judgement. Your investigative and communication skills will be utilized as you recommend agency position on grievances, complaints, and appeals, representing the agency in hearings and meetings when necessary.

Some of what you will do:

  • Process Reasonable Accommodation (RA) requests, facilitate RA meetings with management and the employee, analyze letters and correspondence related to an RA.
  • Assist in the management of employee performance by analyzing problems and providing strategic plans and tactical responses to address issues.
  • Draft pre-disciplinary and disciplinary letters and provide associated documentation.
  • Conduct and coordinate investigations.
  • Coordinate with agency management, union staff and Labor Relations Office in mediation conferences, hearings, appeals and settlement discussions.
  • Write and send personnel-related correspondence.
For a full description of duties - please click here to request from recruiter: PDF Request. 

Qualifications

Required:

A Bachelor’s degree with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field AND three (3) years of broad-based professional human resource experience, including facilitating organizational development or change, and advising and consulting on human resource issues.


OR One (1) year as a Human Resource Consultant 3

OR Two (2) years as a Human Resource Consultant 2

OR  Related education/experience equivalent to seven (7) years.

Education to Experience Equivalences:
Associate Degree = 2 years | Bachelor Degree = 4 years | Masters or Higher = 5 years 

Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume with your Online Application through the "Add Attachments" field. A resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields, or supplemental question responses with comments such as "see attachments" may be considered incomplete. 

Supplemental Information

Why work with us?

Our agency's mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others and are at the core of who we are. We value Access, Love, Belonging, Equity, Stewardship.  We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self. 

Opportunity for All
 We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
 
 The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program.  Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
 
 If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact 
Jeanette Nelson or the Talent Acquisition Team, or Washington Relay Service 711. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact careershelp@des.wa.gov or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960, Washington Relay 711.

 
More than Just a Paycheck!
 
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.


Read about our benefits:
 
The following information describes the typical benefits available to employees. Actual benefits may vary by position.
 
Insurance Benefits
 
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.  There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.  Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
 
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
 
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).  This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
 
Vacation (Annual Leave)
 
You begin accruing vacation starting your first month of employment and are able to take leave after six months of employment. Since we value your loyalty, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Vacation accrues for full-time employees as follows:

YEARS
ACCRUAL
During 1st year
12 days
During 2nd year
13 days
During 3rd & 4th years
14 days
During 5th, 6th & 7th years
15 days
During 8th, 9th & 10th years
16 days
During 11th year
17 days
During 12th year
18 days
During 13th year
19 days
During 14th year
20 days
During 15th year
21 days
During 16th year & thereafter
22 days

A maximum of 30 working days (240 hours) may be accumulated.

Holidays
 
Full-time employees are entitled to eleven* paid holidays:
HOLIDAY
DATE
New Year's Day
January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday
Third Monday in January
Presidents' Day
Third Monday in February
Memorial Day
Last Monday in May
Independence Day
July 4
Labor Day
First Monday in September
Veterans' Day
November 11
Thanksgiving Day
Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day
December 25
Personal Holiday
Employee's selection each calendar year
 
*Employees who are members of certain Unions are entitled to an additional personal leave day of their choice. Please refer to specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
 
Social Security
 
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
 
Sick Leave
 
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Paid sick leave may be used for the following: illness, injury, preventative health care, exposure to a contagious disease that might endanger others, disability due to pregnancy or childbirth, illness, injury or death of relatives.
 
Please visit the Department of Personnel website for more detailed information.
 

01
In order to be considered for this position, you must include a resume and letter of interest with this applicant packet. Please click below to indicate you have attached the required documentation.
  • Yes
  • No
02
This is an internal only opportunity for current Employment Security Department employees. Are you a current ESD employee?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Please select any of the following that best describes your experience gained as a Human Resource Consultant.
  • I have at least one (1) year of experience as a Human Resource Consultant 3.
  • I have at least two (2) years of experience as a Human Resource Consultant 3.
  • None of these apply
04
Please describe your professional experience in Human Resources, including where you gained the experience. If this does not apply to you type N/A
05
How many years of human resources experience do you have?
  • Less than one (1) year
  • One (1) to two (2) years
  • Three (3) to four (4) years
  • Five (5) to six (6) years
  • More than seven (7) years
  • I do not have this experience
06
How many years experience do you have working with Microsoft Office Suite?
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
07
Please describe your work experience, how it relates to this position and where you gained that experience.
08
Which answer best describes your experience using HRMS.
  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months to less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • More than 2 years

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