Human Resource Consultant 4 | WCC

State of Washington•Mason County – Shelton, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated and self-motivated Human Resource Consultant 4 (HRC4) to join the Washington Corrections Center Human Resource team. This position offers an opportunity for career growth within HR while working with a strong team. The HRC4 will supervise other Human Resource Consultants, provide guidance on HR matters, and handle generalist HR duties. The role supports the Washington Corrections Center for Women Human Resources team and requires expertise in Civil Service Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), policies, procedures, and State and Federal laws. The position ensures HR staff are supported by a knowledgeable team member who shares best practices. This is a proactive leadership role within a prison environment, requiring daily presence in the facility.

Requirements

High School graduation or equivalent.
Three years of broad-based professional human resources experience to include at least four or more of the following areas in an HR capacity: Interpretation and/or explanation of civil service rules and human resource related policies, Corrective and disciplinary actions, Classification, Labor relations, Developing or presenting training or orientation in human resource-related topics, Employee recruitment and selection, Representing the agency in grievances or appeals, Workers compensation, Consulting and advising management on human resource issues.
Demonstrated competency in the following areas: Consulting (Provides advice on situations requiring immediate attention; exercises knowledge of human resource issues, leadership principles, and organizational behavior; exercises conflict resolution, proactive intervention, group facilitation, and contract and negotiation skills).
Demonstrated competency in the following areas: Analysis and Problem Solving (Facilitates the problem solving process; anticipates problems; acts as a mediator, facilitating effective outcomes for all parties; influences new ways of thinking; understands work group concerns and problems; develops statistical or other data. Problems encountered are complex with potential broad impact).
Demonstrated competency in the following areas: Communication and Interpersonal Interaction (Uses independent judgment during challenges. Presents complex ideas and information in a way that is understandable and appropriate for the audience; uses appropriate channels of communication; fosters effective working relationships among divergent groups by proposing solutions to resolve conflict; builds consensus).
Demonstrated competency in the following areas: Customer Focus and Business Orientation (Understands customers' organization and mission and provides proactive guidance; exercises knowledge and understanding of processes and proposes efficiency changes; provides services related to diversity issues).
Demonstrated competency in the following areas: Change Leadership (Assesses problems and proposes actions and resources needed to accomplish changes; supports organizational change by facilitating the implementation of appropriate change strategies; assists others in dealing with changes).
Demonstrated competency in the following areas: Teamwork (Develops and leads or coaches teams using appropriate process planning to achieve goal; applies coaching principles and performance understanding and analysis).
Demonstrated competency in the following areas: Research and Analysis (Researches and verifies information; identifies the type of information needed and where to obtain it; applies analytical skills to data and formulates a determination and recommendations; conducts investigations).
Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook.
College-level coursework from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the US Dept. of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or a foreign equivalent may substitute year for year for up to two years of experience. Note: 30 semester or 45 quarter credits is equal to one year.

Nice To Haves

An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the US Dept. of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a foreign equivalent.
Two years of professional-level human resource experience including assessing and facilitating solutions for human resource problems and issues.
Six months or more experience using NEOGOV and HRMS.
S/PHR or IMPA-HR certification.
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.

Responsibilities

Provide consultation, advice, interpretation, guidance, and support to Appointing Authorities, management, supervisors, and staff on a variety of HR issues.
Consult with Appointing Authorities, management, supervisors, and staff regarding specific issues and provide recommendations for action.
Interpret and provide clarification of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), Federal Laws, Washington Administrative Codes (WACs), and Revised Code of Washington (RCWs), DOC HR and Division/Facility specific personnel policies/procedures and other pertinent rules, regulations, and policies.
Facilitate and share best practices for resolution to conflict and performance management issues.
Counsel supervisory staff on corrective and disciplinary actions.
Prepare and/or review pre-disciplinary, disciplinary action and corrective behavior letters.
Provide consultation on just-cause requirements of investigation and disciplinary processes.
Review investigative reports for completion, thoroughness, and accuracy.
Represent the DOC at hearings and meetings pertaining to disciplinary actions and/or participate in informal resolutions for labor/management issues.
Draft or review draft grievance responses for clarity, consistency, and compliance with CBA and agency policy.
Attend and participate in grievance hearings.
Recommend position and draft response for compliance with CBA and agency policy.
Advise on organization staffing and development, including partnering with leadership on workforce planning initiatives, organizational design and staffing needs (hiring and retention).
Advise management and supervisors on performance management processes, succession planning and recognition initiatives.
Provide first-line supervision to Human Resource Consultant 1 staff.
Facilitate employee medical and occupational health matters for staff.
Consult staff on applicable laws, rules and policies related to employees’ medical and occupational health actions, including Reasonable Accommodation, Family Medical Leave (FML), Shared Leave, Disability Separations, Return to Work program and other protected leave.
Handle special projects and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision.
Up to 25 paid vacation days a year.
8 hours of paid sick leave per month.
12 paid holidays a year.
Generous retirement plan.
Flex Spending Accounts.
Dependent Care Assistance.
Deferred Compensation.
3 days of bereavement leave (for Teamsters 117 represented positions).
Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) membership with employer-contributed retirement programs.