Senior Human Resource Consultant HRC4 | In-training

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity
WSDOT Office of Human Resources & Safety is currently seeking an experienced human resource professional to fill a senior HR generalist vacancy in the Southwest Region Office located in Vancouver, WA. This position will serve as an expert in multiple functional human resource areas, such as corrective/disciplinary action, reasonable accommodations, reasonable suspicion, layoff, protected leave, and performance management for the assigned customer groups. The incumbent will respond to inquiries from employees and managers and ensure HR policies and procedures are implemented effectively and efficiently. While in this role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to be fully immersed in employee relations, labor relations, classification & compensation, and workforce development. This position directly supports the agency strategic plan and goal areas of Workforce Development; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and Resilience, by fostering a physically and psychologically safe workplace where all employees feel that they belong; providing sound consultation to ensure equitable treatment and employment practices; and by acting as a strategic thought and change partner for leadership.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Senior Human Resource Consultant will:

Advise and consult managers and employees during difficult and highly complex HR issues – including performance management, corrective/disciplinary action, grievances, layoff, and investigations.
Use technical knowledge of HR systems, rules, CBA's, WSDOT policy, L&I, ADA, FMLA, etc. to provide range of solution options – including risks, impacts, and benefits.
Clearly communicate with multiple audiences and in multiple formats – from executives to new employees.
Present trainings to diverse audiences.
Serve as a first point of contact for any reasonable suspicion and/or potential violations of the Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace policy; assist managers in identifying impaired workers and provide counsel on the next steps.

Qualifications
This is a Human Resource Consultant 4 (HRC4) position. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level (HRC3) depending on qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal “in-training” plan.

To be considered at the HRC3 level you must have:

A bachelor’s degree with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field

and

two (2) years of professional HR experience;

or

an equivalent combination of education/experience.

To be considered for the highest level (HRC4), you must have:

A bachelor’s degree with focus on business, human resources, or related field

and

three (3) years of experience in a broad-based human resource generalist role,

or

equivalent combination of education/experience.
Experience researching, interpreting, and applying union contracts and employment laws (state and federal) accurately and consistently.

In addition to the requirements above, at either level the following are also required:

Substantive HR experience to be able to think fast and accurately make decisions based on HR best practices.
Advanced skills with MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook.
Strong communication skills both in the written and verbal form to prepare letters, reports, and deliver presentations. Strong interpersonal skills to be able to work with managers and their employees on employee relations issues that are often sensitive and confidential in nature.
Competent research and analytical skills to be able to identify unique employment issues and solutions.

It is

preferred

that qualified candidates also have:

PHR / SPHR and/or SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP, or equivalent.
Labor relations and performance management experience.
Experience mentoring/coaching professional level HR employees.
Experience with HRIS (applicant tracking system, learning management system, performance management system, etc.)
Experience as a generalist in the public sector, to include advising and interpreting civil service rules.
Experience researching, interpreting, and applying union contracts.

Important Notes

This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
This position may require local travel to perform work assignments; some regional and statewide travel may also be required to attend meetings/conferences or participate in training.
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable

Collective Bargaining Agreements . Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in

Chapter 357-28

of the Washington Administrative Code.
This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
This position has been approved for in-training. The hiring manager is looking to hire at the Human Resource Consultant 4 level, however the in-training plan will allow candidates to be considered as a Human Resource Consultant 3, if not qualified at the highest level. The annual salaries for each are:

HRC4: $70,800 – $95,184
HRC3: $64,092 – $86,208

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit

www.uscis.gov .

Why WSDOT

Work-Life Balance

– We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.
Paid Leave

– In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance

– Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
Plan For Your Future

– WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to

State Benefits

for more information.

Check out this video to learn more:

Why WSDOT?

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals

(of which at least one is your current or most recent supervisor)

who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter via email.

Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, at

[email protected] . Please be sure to reference

24DOT-HQ-05401

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