Human Resource Analyst
King County
Pioneer Square, WA
Full-time
Human Resources
Posted on March 14, 2023
Salary
$83,865.60 - $106,308.80 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Department
MTD - Metro Transit
Job Number
2023JKD18158
Division
Enterprise Employee Services
Closing
3/19/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Learn how Metro connects you with what matters
King County Metro Talent Acquisition team is seeking to fill multiple full-time hybrid Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temporary HR Analysts (Talent Advisor or Recruiter) to help us recruit and hire a talented, diverse workforce to meet the current and future needs of our growing and changing organization. We are looking for several outstanding customer service-oriented HR Analysts who are committed to diversity and social justice, and who are excited to source and recruit for the best large transit agency in North America.
HR Analysts focus on Metro Transit job opportunities in three functional areas: 1) Skilled Trades/Crafts, 2) Planning/Technical, and 3) Leadership/Support/Administration. These positions may also work on Human Resource Generalist duties when needed. This includes leave administration, performance management, training and development, and other Human Resource duties as needed.
This recruitment is open to all King County employees and the general public. These fully benefited temporary positions will be for 18 months as Special Duty Assignments (SDA) or Term Limited Temporary (TLT) positions with the possibility of extension.
King County Metro Transit is a regional leader in helping people move quickly throughout the region, reducing commuter stress, making the environment greener, and radically improving urban air quality, by providing comfortable, effective transit services for the thousands of commuters and other residents of King County, Washington. Working for Metro means working for a leader in this nation's public transportation industry.
If you want to #GoPublic, apply today and join our team!
Job Duties
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
As a Recruiter, you will:
Application and Selection Process
Application materials will be screened for clarity, and completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.
These positions are not represented by a union.
Job Classification
Human Resource Analyst, Job Code: 2311200
Work Schedule
This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and therefore is eligible for overtime pay. This position is full-time, Monday through Friday, typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, but flexibility will be considered based on business needs.
Work Location
The primary location of this position is in the King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St., Seattle, WA)
Teleworking Requirement
The work associated with this position is currently being performed in a hybrid fashion including teleworking, complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$83,865.60 - $106,308.80 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Department
MTD - Metro Transit
Job Number
2023JKD18158
Division
Enterprise Employee Services
Closing
3/19/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Learn how Metro connects you with what matters
King County Metro Talent Acquisition team is seeking to fill multiple full-time hybrid Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temporary HR Analysts (Talent Advisor or Recruiter) to help us recruit and hire a talented, diverse workforce to meet the current and future needs of our growing and changing organization. We are looking for several outstanding customer service-oriented HR Analysts who are committed to diversity and social justice, and who are excited to source and recruit for the best large transit agency in North America.
HR Analysts focus on Metro Transit job opportunities in three functional areas: 1) Skilled Trades/Crafts, 2) Planning/Technical, and 3) Leadership/Support/Administration. These positions may also work on Human Resource Generalist duties when needed. This includes leave administration, performance management, training and development, and other Human Resource duties as needed.
This recruitment is open to all King County employees and the general public. These fully benefited temporary positions will be for 18 months as Special Duty Assignments (SDA) or Term Limited Temporary (TLT) positions with the possibility of extension.
King County Metro Transit is a regional leader in helping people move quickly throughout the region, reducing commuter stress, making the environment greener, and radically improving urban air quality, by providing comfortable, effective transit services for the thousands of commuters and other residents of King County, Washington. Working for Metro means working for a leader in this nation's public transportation industry.
If you want to #GoPublic, apply today and join our team!
Job Duties
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
As a Recruiter, you will:
- Be a Talent Advisor in solving problems and influencing outcomes both with your customers and within talent acquisition.
- Create legendary candidate experiences and be known and recognized for that.
- Be Innovative in sourcing and assessment strategies for our organization.
- Be Knowledgeable in Federal, State, and County laws, policies, and practices that affect Human Resources.
- Be Agile and able to adjust to changes in needs from our customers and to find ways to fulfill those needs.
- Managing and performing full-cycle recruitment processes for Trades, Professional and Technical, Executive Level, Support, and hard-to-fill positions. Working collaboratively with leadership, hiring managers, and other human resources staff.
- Engaging with and sourcing applicants through online social media, community contacts, and networking events. Creating systems to build a pipeline of diverse, competitive talent.
- Promoting King County as an Employer of Choice. Generate diverse applicant pools in support of Equity and Social Justice Goals.
- Developing and administering merit-based selection materials including recruitment plans and timelines, job announcements, job-related tests and exams, interview questions, and related rating criteria. Metro uses competency-based recruiting methods and behavioral-based interview questions.
- Establishing priorities for managing your own work and stay on a focused, efficient path toward achieving results, while optimizing the recruitment processes by contributing innovative ideas and recommending efficiencies. We project manage each recruitment to drive results.
- Establishing relationships with both hiring managers and candidates to be a trusted advisor delivering outstanding customer service throughout the hiring process.
- Two or more years of recruiting experience managing multiple full-cycle recruitments or equivalent combination of related HR education/experience.
- Experience with HR Applicant Tracking Systems (KC system currently NEOGOV).
- Experience creating an effective recruitment and candidate experience.
- High level of customer service to management and all levels of employees and external customers.
- Knowledge and experience researching, interpreting, and applying, HR employment law and HR rules, union contracts, policies, procedures, including EEO, disability. accommodation, Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family Medical Leave Act and others.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Ability to stay organized, prioritize and handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
- Ability to build a genuine collaborative and consultative style in their approach to their work. Build and understand the importance of building effective relationships with customers, team members, hiring managers, and other staff.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Be comfortable providing advice and consultation to senior leaders and lead value added discussions that challenge. conventional norms and thinking.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in using a software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), Virtual Meeting Platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc), and HRIM systems.
- Experience working in a unionized and highly complex environment.
- Working knowledge and proficiency with PeopleSoft & NEOGOV applicant tracking system.
Application and Selection Process
Application materials will be screened for clarity, and completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.
- King County application
- Cover Letter no longer than one page detailing your background and what you can bring to this position
These positions are not represented by a union.
Job Classification
Human Resource Analyst, Job Code: 2311200
Work Schedule
This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and therefore is eligible for overtime pay. This position is full-time, Monday through Friday, typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, but flexibility will be considered based on business needs.
Work Location
The primary location of this position is in the King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St., Seattle, WA)
Teleworking Requirement
The work associated with this position is currently being performed in a hybrid fashion including teleworking, complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.