This opportunity is open to current King County employees. We are not accepting external applications at this time.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and shape the future of a thriving organization? Join King County's Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) as a Human Resource (HR) Manager I where you'll play a pivotal role in driving innovation and overseeing key HR Service Delivery functions in a rapidly growing division. Reporting directly to the HR Manager II, you'll have the unique opportunity to blend strategic planning, continuous process improvement, and hands-on HR leadership.

Our HR unit proudly supports the WTD, a team of over 900 dedicated professionals working to safeguard water quality and public health in the central Puget Sound region. WTD is at the forefront of environmental stewardship, sustaining a healthy environment, fostering economic development, and ensuring clean water for future generations. We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge, educate the public and businesses on water quality protection, and deliver equitable, inclusive services. 

Committed to equity, social justice, and accountability to our ratepayers, we value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to building a culturally inclusive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference, join our collaborative team in protecting precious water resources and upholding our legacy of excellence.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse andvibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming communitywhere everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation forall employees. As the HR Manager I you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at www.kingcounty.gov/equity. 

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities.  Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

• Serve as the senior advisor to address a full range of complex human resource matters as they relate to the diverse group of individuals at WTD. 
• Support the advancement of WTD's equity, racial, and social justice principles and practices and its alignment to the County's ESJ Strategic Plan.
• Manage and supervise multiple assigned HR services and programs to ensure efficient and effective operations of policies, processes, and systems. 
• Drive innovative improvements within the division by leading continuous improvement initiatives to align with WTD's strategic goals and prepare the workforce for future business needs.
• Work with the HR Manager II to build a collaborative, action-driven, and customer-focused HR team in a positive and supportive learning environment and culture.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience across a wide range of HR functions and service delivery, including employee relations, employment and labor law, compensation, staffing, training and development, performance management, medical and leave management, and organizational development.   
• In-depth knowledge of King County policies, processes, and labor contracts.   
• Experience in managing, coaching, and training employees in a lead or supervisory role.
• Experience integrating equity and social justice principles to coach and mentor a diverse workforce.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven skills in analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, judgment, and influence.  
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and establish effective relationships across all organizational levels while maintaining confidentiality and exhibiting tact/diplomacy.  

OR 

Any combination of experience/education/training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties outlined above.

The Successful Candidate Will Have the Following Competencies:

• Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Values Differences: Recognizes the value different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of the different audiences.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in business, HR management, policy administration, pre-law, law, or similar field.
• Experience analyzing HR systems for process designs and improvements. 
• Experience with King County specific enterprise level tools such as NeoGov, PeopleSoft, Tableau, PowerBI
• SHRM or HRCI certification.

Working Conditions:

Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements approximately 3-5 days per month. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including treatment plants the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). 

Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.

Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with flexible schedules. This position is Exempt and not covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.  

Union Representation: This position is not represented.

Application and Selection Process:

Who May Apply: This position is only open to current King County employees.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.  

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (optional)

Note:  Additional documents will not be considered during minimum qualification screening.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Crystal Yost at cyost@kingcounty.gov.

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