Human Resources And Organizational Development Director

Shoreline is an inclusive City that endeavors to build a work culture which embraces diversity, encourages participation, and promotes equity

The City of Shoreline is seeking a Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development who is excited and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the Shoreline community and our organization by supporting employee well-being and fostering an exceptional work experience.
As the City of Shoreline's next Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development, you will have the opportunity to join a team of dedicated and highly skilled staff in one of Washington's finest and most progressive communities. Located along the Puget Sound just nine miles north of Downtown Seattle, Shoreline is a desirable community with a reputation for political stability, exceptional service delivery, and endless recreational and natural amenities.
About the City of Shoreline
Shoreline employs 207 full-time equivalents (FTEs) throughout ten departments. The City's Maintenance Employees are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. The City has a healthy organizational culture that is mission driven. In its 2023 Employee Satisfaction Survey, 92% of employees responded and said:

• 96% have a clear understanding of how their job fits with the mission of the City.
• 88% have a clear understanding of organizational values and mission.
• 92% feel responsible for achieving the City's mission and goals.

The City provides substantial benefits to all qualifying employees.
Position Summary
The Human Resources and Organizational Development Director functionally reports to the Assistant City Manager but also works closely with the City Manager. As a member of the City's Leadership Team, the Director is expected to be the keeper of the organization's culture and provide support in partnership with other City departments. The position works closely with City leadership to ensure the workforce can meet the needs of the residents now and in the future. This position oversees the Department, and its services include recruitment and onboarding of staff, compensation and benefits administration, employee training and Organizational Development, employee and labor relations, safety, performance management, and compliance and reporting.
Human Resources Team
There are four FTEs within the Human Resources Department, which include the Human Resources and Organization Development Director, two Senior Human Resources Analysts, and a Human Resources Technician.
Who You Are and What We Are Looking For
You are committed to public service, fully invested in implementing the goals set forth by the City Council, and share the values of the organization. You are able to deliver and meet deadlines on multiple program responsibilities and work projects. You will provide leadership in the organization and assistance to operating departments in support of building an anti-racist community and achieving Resolution No. 467. You are experienced in position classification and salary administration, recruitment and retention of talented staff, labor and employee relations, and mediation, and display the highest level of integrity and personal ethics. You are a strategic thinker who is able to provide organizational leadership to ensure the workforce is prepared to take the City to the next level of excellence. You have skills and emotional intelligence to engage in sensitive conversations and conflict resolution.
Qualities That We Are Looking For to Succeed in This Role

• Positive
• Analytical
• High-performing project manager
• Approachable
• Strategic
• Technologically savvy
• Values and supports equity, diversity, racial and social justice and inclusion

For complete job description and the list of desired qualifications, please click here.
Timeline for Hiring Process
All interviews: May 6th - 22nd
Reference Check and Offer: May 26th - 31st
Work Schedule
The City’s standard office hours are Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm. We are a hybrid work organization which means that staff have the option to work from home and the office. For this specific role, you can expect to work at least four days in the office weekly.