Human Resource Consultant 1

Human Resource Consultant 1

Do you enjoy interacting with others and being counted on to provide accurate information and guidance? Would you thrive in a position of ongoing learning where your efforts help others navigate complex human resources rules and regulations? If you excel at analyzing and sharing information, building relationships, and supporting others with confidence and care, then the Human Resource Consultant 1 at the Department of Retirement Systems may be the ideal next step for you!

The Opportunity : We are searching for a professional, organized and dependable Human Resource Consultant to be the primary point of contact for the DRS Human Resources Office. You will perform first-level professional duties and assignments that support a variety of human resource program areas, including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding, classification, training, team member relations, and reasonable accommodation.

Some of what you'll do includes :

• Responding to inquiries from team members, leaders and the public regarding human resources-related procedures, guidelines, policies, and federal and state employment laws.
• Performing first-level talent acquisition responsibilities in support of the DRS Recruiter, including screening applications, coordinating scheduling of interviews with candidates, and other assigned duties.
• Coordinating onboarding activities for new DRS team members, including preparing welcome packets, scheduling and coordinating new employee orientation, and working with new team leaders in welcoming their new team members to the agency.
• Coordinating new employee orientation, including scheduling presenters, sending information to new team members and their leaders regarding the orientation schedule, and ensuring technology is ready and working for the event.
• Applying knowledge of policies, rules and laws to answer first-level questions from new team members.
• Providing complex and confidential support to the Human Resources Director, including documenting and monitoring the assignment of deliverables to HR team members and progress in meeting established deadlines; reviewing, analyzing and formatting reports, presentations, documents and correspondence; and managing the HR Director's calendar as needed.

NOTE : After successful completion of the probation or trial service period and effectively demonstrating the ability to successfully perform work independently, you may be eligible to telework up to two days per week, at the discretion of the Human Resources Director and with a telework agreement in place. The ability to work remotely is dependent on the nature of the tasks and projects assigned and the presence of a remote work environment that is safe and has an appropriate level of reliable connectivity. You must live within a reasonable commuting distance (less than 50 straight-line miles) to the DRS building in Tumwater, WA, and must be willing and able to adjust your telework schedule, whenever necessary, to complete work assignments, attend mandatory meetings, trainings, etc., at the DRS facility.

What we're looking for (required qualifications) :

This experience is typically gained through two (2) years of professional experience. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Administration or closely allied field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. Experience can be gained through various combinations of professional employment and volunteer / personal experience. Experience may be concurrent.

In addition to the above, you must have the following :

Be sure to read this entire section We promise, it'll be helpful! How to Apply : Interested applicants who meet the qualifications and competencies in this announcement are encouraged to apply.

References, Personnel File Review, and Background Checks

Work Authorization

Veteran's Preference : Applicants wishing to claim Veteran's Preference should attach a copy of their DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or redact any personally identifiable information such as social security numbers and year of birth. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here .

The Washington State Department of Retirement Systems is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity, equity and inclusion. DRS does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

If you need assistance with the online application or have questions regarding the recruitment, please contact Human Resource office at drs.recruitment@drs.wa.gov.