Talent Associate (TLT/SDA)
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Human Resources
Posted on January 11, 2025
Salary
$38.37 - $48.64 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Job Number
2024AA23494
Department
MTD - Metro Transit
Division
Enterprise Employee Services
Opening Date
01/10/2025
Closing Date
1/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Metro Transit's Employee Services Division is looking for Term-limited Temporary or Special Duty Assignment Talent Associates! Our ideal candidates are organized, customer-focused, and passionate about diversity and social justice. Join us in shaping Metro's diverse workforce by managing key elements of high-volume recruitments, including screening, testing, evaluating, and hiring!
Metro Transit's Employee Services Division (Human Resources) supports the largest department in King County through recruitment and selection, workforce planning and development, HRIS data and analytics, and electronic records management. We're immensely proud that our efforts enable Metro Transit to continue meeting the mobility needs of the county's growing population.
Recruitment Information:
This recruitment aims to fill multiple Term-limited Temporary or Special Duty Assignment (HR Associate classification) vacancies within the Employee Services Talent Acquisition team with an anticipated duration of up to 12 months. Additionally, this selection process may create an eligibility pool for future TLT or SDA vacancies in this classification and workgroup. The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the posting date and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Who may apply:
We are only accepting applications from current King County employees. Please review the required application materials listed within the "Supplemental Information" section of this job bulletin.
Questions? If you have questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact Angela Alcaraz, Sr. Talent Advisor at aalcaraz@kingcounty.gov .
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. You will also:
We value the diverse experience, skills, and abilities our candidates bring to this important role. Candidates who do not possess all the qualifications listed below should still consider applying! You are encouraged to translate life experiences to show how they meet the required experience, knowledge, education, and skills below.
Minimum Qualifications:
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 Angela Alcaraz, Sr. Talent Advisor at aalcaraz@kingcounty.gov .
Please note that we are only accepting applications from current King County employees. External applicants will not be considered at this time.
Required Application Materials:
Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions at Application FAQ's- King County.
Selection Process:
Applications and required documents will be reviewed for clarity, thoroughness, competitiveness, and writing skills. Your application must confirm and support your answers to the supplemental questions and any experience mentioned in your cover letter. If responses cannot be validated within your application, or if applications are missing the required materials listed in this job announcement, candidates may be removed from consideration.
The most competitive candidates may be asked to complete skills testing and/or an interview. Final scores may be weighted to consider overall application materials, relevant experience, and any testing and interview scores. Offers and start dates will be finalized after completing any required pre-employment screenings, such as reference checks and/or internal record reviews.
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 works a 40-hour workweek (Monday-Friday); typically, between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM. Occasional schedule variations (including working non-standard hours to facilitate testing, interviews, events, job fairs, etc.) may be required.
Work Location:
The main work site associated with this position is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson St, Seattle WA 98104. Talent Associates perform most of their work through teleworking; however, they are expected to support on-site recruiting activities at a variety of King County buildings, bases, and public venues.
Note: Employees must live in Washington state and within a reasonable distance of their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Telecommuting Requirement:
The work associated with this position will be performed remotely with regular onsite work required at various King County facilities. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance of their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a county worksite.
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.
$38.37 - $48.64 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Job Number
2024AA23494
Department
MTD - Metro Transit
Division
Enterprise Employee Services
Opening Date
01/10/2025
Closing Date
1/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Summary
Metro Transit's Employee Services Division is looking for Term-limited Temporary or Special Duty Assignment Talent Associates! Our ideal candidates are organized, customer-focused, and passionate about diversity and social justice. Join us in shaping Metro's diverse workforce by managing key elements of high-volume recruitments, including screening, testing, evaluating, and hiring!
Metro Transit's Employee Services Division (Human Resources) supports the largest department in King County through recruitment and selection, workforce planning and development, HRIS data and analytics, and electronic records management. We're immensely proud that our efforts enable Metro Transit to continue meeting the mobility needs of the county's growing population.
Recruitment Information:
This recruitment aims to fill multiple Term-limited Temporary or Special Duty Assignment (HR Associate classification) vacancies within the Employee Services Talent Acquisition team with an anticipated duration of up to 12 months. Additionally, this selection process may create an eligibility pool for future TLT or SDA vacancies in this classification and workgroup. The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the posting date and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Who may apply:
We are only accepting applications from current King County employees. Please review the required application materials listed within the "Supplemental Information" section of this job bulletin.
Questions? If you have questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact Angela Alcaraz, Sr. Talent Advisor at aalcaraz@kingcounty.gov .
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. You will also:
- Provide administrative support for full -cycle recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, ensuring seamless coordination with recruiters and the agency, all while delivering outstanding customer service.
- Engage with candidates and staff in person, via phone, Teams and through email.
- Schedule and oversee candidate assessments and interviews.
- Manage HR-related documentation, ensuring accurate tracking and filing both electronically and in paper format.
- Perform comprehensive background checks on candidates, including reviewing criminal records, employment references, driving records, medical examinations, and compliance with DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations.
- Oversee the documentation and completion of hiring procedures for new hires within Metro Transit Department.
- Utilize PeopleSoft, NeoGov, Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint to monitor recruitment efforts, draft correspondence, and compile reports.
- Use Microsoft Outlook and Teams for organizing meetings and managing responses for team members.
- Uphold strict confidentiality regarding HR matters, including employment decisions and disciplinary actions.
- Ensure adherence to employment standards and legal requirements, including Federal, State, and local laws, as well as DOT and CDL regulations.
- Crosstrain with colleagues to provide mutual support within the Transit HR team.
- Represent and promote Metro Transit at events, advocating for the organization as a premier employer.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
We value the diverse experience, skills, and abilities our candidates bring to this important role. Candidates who do not possess all the qualifications listed below should still consider applying! You are encouraged to translate life experiences to show how they meet the required experience, knowledge, education, and skills below.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience in handling increasingly responsible recruitment and/or human resources administrative support responsibilities OR any equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience that provide the ability to perform the core competencies of the position.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; understanding the importance of precision.
- Task management and prioritization skills that support the ability to work on several projects simultaneously and meet specified deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively problem-solve and apply good judgment and initiative.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion when handling sensitive information.
- Demonstrated ability to apply excellent customer service skills both orally and in writing, including providing professional and courteous service.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group.
- Skill in reviewing and compiling data, developing reports, and creating charts and diagrams.
- Demonstrated skill in creating, proofreading, editing, and formatting documents according to standard business writing practices in Microsoft Word and other systems.
- Excellent computer skills, including knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams and electronic document signing software (such as Adobe Pro and DocuSign).
- Knowledge or experience with Metro Transit policies and practices.
- Knowledge of human resource practices and guidelines.
- Experience with test administration practices.
- Demonstrated skill in using PeopleSoft or other HRIS/Human Capital Management systems.
- Demonstrated skill in using NEOGOV or other electronic applicant tracking systems.
- Demonstrated skill in using Laserfiche or other electronic employee record software.
- Experience supporting unionized employees (or experience in a unionized environment).
- Demonstrated experience providing administrative support for public sector recruitment teams, especially in high volume and/or safety-sensitive recruitments.
Supplemental Information
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 Angela Alcaraz, Sr. Talent Advisor at aalcaraz@kingcounty.gov .
Please note that we are only accepting applications from current King County employees. External applicants will not be considered at this time.
Required Application Materials:
- Submit an online application through our careers site . Update your application with all relevant work history going back at least 10 years (or more if necessary), including detailed job duties, dates of employment, and clear explanations for reasons for leaving.
- Thoroughly respond to all required Supplemental Questions within the application.
- Attach a cover letter that directly responds to the following prompt: Share your experience in recruitment, HR, or administrative support. Provide details about your responsibilities, how you ensure accuracy and attention to detail, and the software you utilize for these tasks. If applicable, include any experience you have in a transit-related environment, especially at Metro Transit.
Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions at Application FAQ's- King County.
Selection Process:
Applications and required documents will be reviewed for clarity, thoroughness, competitiveness, and writing skills. Your application must confirm and support your answers to the supplemental questions and any experience mentioned in your cover letter. If responses cannot be validated within your application, or if applications are missing the required materials listed in this job announcement, candidates may be removed from consideration.
The most competitive candidates may be asked to complete skills testing and/or an interview. Final scores may be weighted to consider overall application materials, relevant experience, and any testing and interview scores. Offers and start dates will be finalized after completing any required pre-employment screenings, such as reference checks and/or internal record reviews.
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 works a 40-hour workweek (Monday-Friday); typically, between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM. Occasional schedule variations (including working non-standard hours to facilitate testing, interviews, events, job fairs, etc.) may be required.
Work Location:
The main work site associated with this position is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson St, Seattle WA 98104. Talent Associates perform most of their work through teleworking; however, they are expected to support on-site recruiting activities at a variety of King County buildings, bases, and public venues.
Note: Employees must live in Washington state and within a reasonable distance of their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Telecommuting Requirement:
The work associated with this position will be performed remotely with regular onsite work required at various King County facilities. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance of their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a county worksite.
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.
