Hr Program Consultant - Human Resource Consultant 3 - Permanent - *02793-24

Salary : $64,092.00 - $86,208.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2024-02793
Department: Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
Opening Date: 02/29/2024
Closing Date: 3/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
FULL-TIME/PERMANENT
HR PROGRAM CONSULTANT
HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANT 3 (HRC3)
Director's Office - Human Resources
Olympia, Washington - Thurston County
This position may be eligible for telework. The default assigned work location of all WDFW positions - both on-site and telework-eligible positions - are within the State of Washington. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs.
Application review is ongoing, submit your application materials as soon as possible - first review will take place on March 7, 2024. This recruitment may be closed at any time.
Are you a motivated and driven HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a challenge? Then this is the opportunity for you!
Come join a close-knit, collaborative HR team that embodies diversity, equity, and inclusion and values each member for their strengths while working together to help agency staff solve and resolve challenges in the workplace.
Saw-Whet Owl -Photo Credit: Larry James
With that in mind,
Picture yourself as a valued HR Program Consultant to WDFW's Executive and Program Management, advising and consulting on a wide variety of Human Resource issues.
This is an opportunity to engage professionally in a wide array of Human Resource specialties with general direction from and in coordination with the Human Resource Consultant 4.
While maintaining a high level of customer service you will integrate and analyze highly complex Human Resource issues and develop solutions using innovative and effective methods/approaches.
The optimal applicants will earn the trust, respect, and confidence of coworkers and customers through consistent honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism.
We are seeking a candidate with demonstrated values matching those of WDFW: Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).
Duties
Bull Elk - Photo Credit: WDFW
Our HR Program Consultant,
Performs HR Consulting:

• Research and provide interpretation and advice to agency staff and management regarding Collective Bargaining Agreement, Washington Administrative Code (WAC), other state/federal rules and laws, and policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance, options, and tools to assist management with staff performance in assigned areas.
• Research and analyze proposed rules, and program elements to determine impact on unit or organization operations - participate in planning and implementing new Human Resource policies and procedures in response to legislative and Agency changes.
• Interprets complex personnel rules, labor contracts and laws - advises program managers and employees of reviews and analysis as it relates investigations, HR report data, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) & Human Rights Commission (HRC) responses, to assist in resolving a variety of personnel related issues.

Discipline, grievance, and labor relations assistance to HRC4:

• With assistance from and in coordination with the HRC4, prepares documentation and recommends position on discipline, grievances, complaints and appeals.
• Serves as representative in a variety of appeal or adjudicative forums.

Classification and position development:

• Assists in Classification Studies that impact programs in area of responsibility.

HR Self Service Portal (JIRA), Human Resource Management System (HRMS), and NeoGov:

• Run reports through the HR Self Service Portal (JIRA), Human Resource Management System (HRMS), and NeoGov to obtain requested information and summarize data.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Setting, including hazards:
  1. Work is performed in a very busy office setting.
• Schedule:
  1. Typically, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.
  2. Workload demands may require work outside the assigned work hours and adjustment of work schedules.
• Travel Requirements:
  1. Some travel may be required throughout the State to attend trainings, meetings, and conferences.
• Tools and Equipment:
  1. Computer hardware and software - general office equipment.
• Customer Interactions:
  1. Providing excellent customer service to WDFW's many programs is integral to Human Resources' success.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor's degree with focus on business or public administration, Human Resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field AND Two (2) years of broad-based Human Resource experience.

OR

• Six (6) years of broad-based professional Human Resource experience, including consulting with management regarding performance management, employee relations, classification and compensation, and interpretation of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA's), rules, and laws.

Please Note:

• Closely related professional HR experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-by-year basis.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding and practical application of a wide range of HR programs, functions, and processes.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills; communicate complex concepts, both orally and in writing, in a manner that is understandable, persuasive, and appropriate for the audience; demonstrate crucial conversation skills.
• Ability to lead, supervise, coach, and develop others - use appropriate channels of communication and foster effective working relationships.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and have skills to effectively deliver Human Resource-related training.
• Ability to conduct "Just Cause" investigations and process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

• Experience with the State's Human Resources Management System (HRMS), HR Self Service Portal (JIRA), and NeoGov.
• Experience working with Revised Codes of Washington (RCW's), Washington Administrative Code (WAC's), Federal Laws, Labor Relations, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Supplemental Information
Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.
Experience and education selected, listed, and detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable in the application.
In order to successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
• A current resume.
• Three professional references.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:
JOIN THE WDFW TEAM:
Learn about our agencyand the perksof working for WDFW!
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field. We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency's mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).
WDFW employees may be eligible for the following:
Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.
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VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to kaila.daudt@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 - Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE:
To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at kaila.daudt@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 - MS)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
As part of WDFW's efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife 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, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.
If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
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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. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring 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.
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Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their 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. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
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