Human Resources Analyst
South County Fire•Everett, WA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The HR Analyst plays a vital role in supporting the mission of the RFA by delivering high-quality human resources services across the full employee lifecycle. This role supports the full range of operational and strategic human resources functions. This position ensures compliance with employment laws, upholds the CBA, conducts employee relations activities and documentation, and assists with workplace investigations. The HR Analyst partners closely with leaders, supervisors, and employees to promote a fair, consistent, and supportive work environment.
Requirements
- Knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and public sector HR practices
- Knowledge of union environments
- Knowledge of leave and benefit administration
- Knowledge of investigations
- Excellent communication skills, including written report preparation and effective oral communication; ability to explain existing policies, practices, and procedures
- Problem-solving complex issues, including doing research for the best solutions
- Experience and proficiency in various computer software applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS
- Average mathematical skills and ability to complete detailed work accurately; ability to analyze data and make data-driven recommendations
- Work under pressure with frequent interruptions to meet stringent deadlines
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information
- Train or educate others and check for understanding
- Flexible and able to work independently
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- Associate degree in HR or HR-related field AND a minimum of three years of experience OR any combination of experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
- Must pass a formal criminal background check as required by RCW 43.43.830.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in local government or public service HR preferred.
- PHR or SHRM-CP preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns, escalating as appropriate
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure thorough, objective, and timely resolution of issues
- Assist in conducting investigations
- Assist with labor relations support
- Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations
- Maintain and update the employee handbook
- Assist with internal audits and risk management procedures
- Responsible for scheduling and supporting execution of promotional processes in partnership with the Recruiter
- Support all aspects of performance management, including reviews and performance improvement plans
- Answer HR related questions from leaders, directing them to the correct SME as needed
- Assist leaders in navigating sensitive personnel matters with professionalism and confidentiality
- Support all functions of the department, including recruiting, benefits, leave administration, and payroll changes as needed
- Recommend process improvements
- Generate reports for leadership and regulatory agencies
- Perform exit interviews for voluntary turnover unrelated to retirement
- Track retention data, training compliance, and other HR metrics
- Perform all other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
