Talent Acquisition Specialist (HR Analyst)
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Human Resources
Posted on January 10, 2025
Salary
$87,214.40 - $110,572.80 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024EG23276
Department
DCHS - Community & Human Srvcs
Division
Comm & Human Svcs Admin
Opening Date
01/10/2025
Closing Date
1/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.
Join Our HR Team! Department of Community and Human Services has an exciting opportunity for a current King County employee. We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter and human resource professional to work with our Talent Acquisition lifecycle process and provide HR business partner support, with a primary focus on promoting job opportunities and finding candidates to meet the Department's current and future workforce needs. Our ideal candidate loves providing superior customer service in a diverse and fast paced environment, they work collaboratively with hiring managers on resolving human resource issues and meeting staffing needs and are committed to leading innovation and process improvements. Interviews will occur approximately on/or around the first week of February 2025.
King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community. Comprised of five divisions, the Adult Services Division, Behavioral Health & Recovery Division, Children, Youth, and Young Adults Division, Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports Division, and the Housing and Community Development Division, DCHS is focused on delivering care and service with equity, empathy, and a commitment to the community we serve.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications.
APPLICATION PROCESS 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. The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
Work Schedule/Conditions: This position is nonexempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and eligible for overtime with supervisory preapproval. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This position is not represented by a union.
Mission Critical and Position Status: This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency .
Telework Requirement:
The work associated with this position will be performed through a combination of teleworking complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. 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. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. 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.
Recruiter: Erica Gaur, egaur@kingcounty.gov
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.
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.
$87,214.40 - $110,572.80 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024EG23276
Department
DCHS - Community & Human Srvcs
Division
Comm & Human Svcs Admin
Opening Date
01/10/2025
Closing Date
1/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Summary
The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.
Join Our HR Team! Department of Community and Human Services has an exciting opportunity for a current King County employee. We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter and human resource professional to work with our Talent Acquisition lifecycle process and provide HR business partner support, with a primary focus on promoting job opportunities and finding candidates to meet the Department's current and future workforce needs. Our ideal candidate loves providing superior customer service in a diverse and fast paced environment, they work collaboratively with hiring managers on resolving human resource issues and meeting staffing needs and are committed to leading innovation and process improvements. Interviews will occur approximately on/or around the first week of February 2025.
King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community. Comprised of five divisions, the Adult Services Division, Behavioral Health & Recovery Division, Children, Youth, and Young Adults Division, Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports Division, and the Housing and Community Development Division, DCHS is focused on delivering care and service with equity, empathy, and a commitment to the community we serve.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications.
APPLICATION PROCESS 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. The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
Work Schedule/Conditions: This position is nonexempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and eligible for overtime with supervisory preapproval. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This position is not represented by a union.
Mission Critical and Position Status: This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency .
Telework Requirement:
The work associated with this position will be performed through a combination of teleworking complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. 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. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. 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.
Recruiter: Erica Gaur, egaur@kingcounty.gov
Job Duties
- Ability to successfully anticipate, identify and interpret potential recruitment problems and issues and create strategies to divert and/or resolve problems.
- Demonstrated skill at working collaboratively, creating relationships, building trust and rapport with a diverse group of people.
- Ability to synthesize large amounts of information quickly and identify trends, patterns, and impacts of data as it relates to workforce planning and development.
- Skill in effective time-management, planning, prioritizing and coordinating multiple projects with critical timelines.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills which includes the ability to deliver presentations and trainings to large groups.
- Demonstrated skill in the use of PeopleSoft or other HRIS system.
- Demonstrated skill in the use of NEOgov or other electronic applicant tracking system.
- Intermediate-level of proficiency using SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook or an equivalent email program.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Three years of increasingly responsible recent human resource and recruiting experience. Experience must demonstrate a working knowledge of state and federal discrimination laws, general employment principles, and general labor laws as they relate to designing and administering selection processes, advice, and decisions.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to manage multiple high-volume selection processes effectively and efficiently to hire the best candidate for each position.
- Ability to successfully anticipate, identify and interpret potential recruitment problems and issues and create strategies to divert and/or resolve problems.
- Demonstrated skill at working collaboratively, creating relationships, building trust and rapport with a diverse group of people.
- Ability to synthesize large amounts of information quickly and identify trends, patterns, and impacts of data as it relates to workforce planning and development.
- Skill in effective time-management, planning, prioritizing and coordinating multiple projects with critical timelines.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills which includes the ability to deliver presentations and trainings to large groups.
- Demonstrated skill in the use of PeopleSoft or other HRIS system.
- Demonstrated skill in the use of NEOgov or other electronic applicant tracking system.
- Intermediate-level of proficiency using SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook or an equivalent email program.
- Experience in the public sector
- Experience working in a unionized environment
- Experience with PeopleSoft and NEOgov
Supplemental Information
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:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- 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: eligible King County employees may 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 twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite 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.
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.
