Senior Human Resource Consultant (HRC4) (In-Training)

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Senior Human Resource Consultant (HRC4) (In-Training)

Salary
$52,788.00 – $69,240.00 Annually
Location
Thurston County – Lacey, WA
Job Type
Full Time – Permanent
Department
Dept. of Ecology
Job Number
2017-HR2069-02225
Closing
Continuous
Description
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Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

Are you organized, detail oriented and enjoy working in a fast paced environment? Are you a knowledgeable, creative problem solver who works well in a collaborative, professional and responsive environment? If so, become a part of an organization that is focused on being the leader in protecting, preserving and enhancing the environment for the people in our Evergreen State.

Protecting Washington State’s environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. If you want to join a team that is highly effective, collaborative, has leadership that embraces the value of people, and believes in the fun factor, Ecology is a good fit.

The Human Resources Office (HRO) at the Department of Ecology in Lacey, WA is looking to fill a Senior Human Resource Consultant (HRC4) (In-Training) position.

The Department of Ecology is a medium sized agency with 1600+ employees and 10 environmental programs. We employ a large group of highly educated people who are passionate about the environment. Take your career to the next level. This position gives you experience in both labor relations and in an HR generalist role. As a generalist, you have exposure to multiple areas of HR and have an opportunity to work on state-wide issues within the Washington State HR community. Because of our size and structure, you have an opportunity to work collaboratively with all levels of our management and executive teams. As an HR team, we value collaboration and inclusion and promote opportunities for growth.

As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Maybe you’ve seen some of our recent stories on TwitterFacebookInstagram or our blog.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at: www.ecy.wa.gov.

Local efforts… Diverse people… Statewide impacts

Duties
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The mission of Ecology’s Human Resources Office (HRO) is to develop successful employees, promote healthy and productive relationships, ensure a safe work environment and recruit great talent to achieve Ecology’s mission.

The Senior Human Resource Consultant (HRC4) serves as the subject matter expert and HR consultant lead in one of the following sub-disciplines of HR: Classification and Compensation, Workplace Investigations, Reasonable Accommodation or Labor Relations. The position also provides consultation and training to HR staff and agency managers on the designated area of expertise.

Some of the key work activities at the Human Resource Consultant 4 level include:

  • At the HRC 4 level the incumbent is an expert in human resource management, and employee and labor relations, is the strategic partner and advocate to the executives, managers, and supervisors in assigned programs for workforce planning, employee performance management, labor relations, and all other human resource management and personnel functions. Maintains confidentiality while in the performance of assigned duties as appropriate.
  • As an expert in a designated HR sub-discipline, develops and maintains expert level knowledge and serves as the agency expert in the sub-discipline. Uses expert level knowledge to develop training, tools and training for HR staff, agency supervisors and managers or employees.
  • Provides accurate and researched-based guidance on performance management, labor relations, and disciplinary processes to Ecology managers and supervisors, so that  actions align with Just Cause principles and stand up through the scrutiny of grievances and arbitrations. Ensures that the Department of Ecology is compliant with all provisions of the labor contract and civil service rules.
  • Works collaboratively to support the goals of the programs/offices and the mission of the agency by strategically partnering with program staff to manage issues related to Classification and Compensation in assigned programs provide expertise and consultation on job classifications, compensation and workforce planning. Analyzes position descriptions and makes allocation determinations. Represents agency in classification appeals and coordinates preparation. Performs FLSA designation review and determinations. Serves as a member of the agency WMS Banding Committee.
  • Conducts complete and thorough investigations into allegations of employee misconduct, including writing clear, concise, and comprehensive investigative reports that support subsequent corrective or disciplinary action through possible legal or grievance arbitration challenges..
  • Consults with employees and supervisors and provides assistance regarding state and federal employment laws, civil service rules, collective bargaining agreements, agency policies, career development opportunities, classification and pay and other issues. Investigates and analyzes problems having broad potential impact, making recommendations, providing options, or suggests necessary actions on matters.

Please note: This position is being re-posted in order to increase the size of the applicant pool. If you previously applied you do not have to re-apply.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. The next screening will be September 1, 2017.  In order to be considered for the next screening, please submit an application on or before August 31, 2017. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after September 1, 2017.

To broaden the candidate pool, we will consider candidates that qualify at the Human Resource Consultant 3 or 4 levels. Please read the qualifications section below for more information.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

The Goal class for this position is a Human Resource Consultant 4 (HRC4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for both the HRC3 and HRC4 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the HRC3 level, they will be hired in as an HRC3 and will be placed into a training program to become an HRC4 within a specified period of time. 

At the Human Resource Consultant 4 Level: Pay Range 58 – ($4399-$5770) Monthly

A Bachelor’s degree with a focus on human resources, labor relations, organizational development, business, social or behavioral sciences

AND

Three (3) years of broad-based professional human resource experience, including advising and consulting on human resource issues.

OR comparable education and/or experience.

A Master’s degree may substitute for Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of required experience.

At the Human Resource Consultant 3 Level: Pay Range 54 – ($3985-$5229) Monthly

A Bachelor’s degree with a focus on human resources, labor relations, organizational development, business, social or behavioral sciences

AND

Two (2) years of broad-based professional human resource experience, including advising and consulting on human resource issues.

OR comparable education and/or experience.

A Master’s degree may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree and the required experience.

Desired Qualifications for both the HRC3 and HRC4 levels:

  • Demonstrated experience conducting just cause investigations into allegations of employee misconduct, including writing clear, concise and comprehensive investigative reports.
  • Demonstrated experience reviewing and allocating positions in the Washington State Classification System.
  • Prior professional human resource experience in the public sector and/or unionized workplace.
  • PHR, SPHR, or CLRP certification.
Supplemental Information
 

Application Instructions:
In order to be considered, applicants MUST include the following documents as an attachment to their application:
  • A cover letter describing how your experience, skills and abilities meet the required qualifications of this position.
  • A resume outlining your professional experience.
Please complete the applicant profile when applying for this position. Or, you may paste the text of your resume within the profile’s resume text field.

Please read the supplemental questions carefully and answer completely. Incomplete responses, including “please see resume” may disqualify you from further consideration.

Department of Ecology employees, please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.

If you are reading this announcement in print format, please visit www.careers.wa.gov to access the online recruitment system. Click on “Look for Jobs” and select Dept. of Ecology under the “Department” search list. Click “Apply Search.”

Other Information:
If you need assistance applying for this job, please call 360-407-6186 or email careers@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile’s main page.

If you have specific questions about the position, please email Alex Monroe at: alex.monroe@ecy.wa.gov.  Please do not contact Alex to inquire about the status of your application.

The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.

The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

 
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 typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work. Check with the agency human resource office for specific benefit information.
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. 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 per WAC 357-31-165.

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 reasons included in WAC 357-31-130.
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information.
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How did you learn about this job posting?

  • Community Based Organization
  • Community / Technical College
  • Ecology Employee
  • Ecology Recruiter
  • Ecology Jobs Page
  • Facebook
  • Job Board
  • Job Fair
  • LinkedIn
  • Newspaper
  • Other State Agency
  • Other Website
  • Professional Association
  • Twitter
  • University Job Board
  • WorkSource
  • www.careers.wa.gov
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If you selected Community Based Organization, Community / Technical College, Job Board, Job Fair, LinkedIn Group, Newspaper, Other State Agency, Other Website, Professional Association, University Job Board or WorkSource location then please share which one.
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Please select the statement that best describes your level of education in human resources, labor relations, organizational development, business, or social/behavioral science.

  • I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.
  • I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).
  • I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.
  • I have a bachelor’s degree.
  • I have a master’s degree.
  • None of the above statements apply.
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Please indicate your degree and major. If no degree, please put N/A.
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Please select the statement that best describes your broad-based professional human resources experience which includes experience advising and consulting on human resource issues.

  • I have at least two years of experience.
  • I have at least three years of experience.
  • I have at least four years of experience.
  • I have at least five years of experience.
  • I have at least six years of experience.
  • I have at least seven years of experience.
  • None of the above statements apply.
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Please list your position title(s) and describe your duties, with periods of employment, to support your response to the previous question. An incomplete answer, including “please see resume” may remove you from further consideration. If none, please type N/A on the space below.
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Please describe your experience conducting employee investigations.
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Please describe your experience applying the principles of just cause.
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Please describe your experience reviewing and allocating positions in the Washington State Classification system.
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