Description

DSHS OOS Human Resource Consultant 1

We are hiring a well-organized, resilient human resource professional to join us in one of our Olympia, Union Gap, and Spokane offices! As the first point of contact, you'll respond to employee and supervisor inquiries, providing professional advice and consultation regarding human resource services in appointments, classification, compensation, benefits, and hiring.

Here's an ideal opportunity to grow your career and knowledge of HR best practices and state service. You will join a supportive team with outstanding leadership, a solid vision for the future, and support to grow and strengthen your human resource skills.

Some of what you'll do:

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  Assess customer needs, identify and evaluate options, and recommend action courses.
• Compose clear, concise, and accurate memos, letters, reports, and documents
• Research and resolve concerns on various personnel matters
• Consult on hiring processes

What we're looking for:

• General knowledge of HR laws and practices.
• Experience creating well-written and professional correspondence and documentation.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Who should apply?
Professionals with a bachelor's degree in business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related fields; or Equivalent education/experience.

Completed applications will include the following:

• Resume
• Letter of interest

Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Note: Employees of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of your vaccine status. Please note medical or religious accommodation may be available once an offer of employment is made.

Questions about this opportunity? Please contact Leah.Brandenburg@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 04712.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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