Do you have a passion for HR? Are you excited by challenges and the opportunity to remove barriers to excellence? We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner that answers a resounding 'yes' to both questions!
What you'll be doing...
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provides a broad range of support to associates in multiple locations. In addition to directly supporting specific business teams, the HRBP may also lead HR related programs and projects. This role is located at our main offices in Seattle. You will:

• Act as a HRBP by developing collaborative relationships with leaders to support their department's goals and performance metrics
• Exhibit strong understanding of labor and employee relations
• Support contract negotiations, grievance process, policy changes and maintenance
• Coordinate unemployment claims to include responding to claims and attending hearings
• Assist in performance management: coaching leaders, reviewing documentation and research
• Travel to other Puget Sound office locations and regional offices as needed

Who you are...

• Educated. BA degree or equivalent skills and experience, PHR highly desired
• Experienced. Min. 5 years' HR experience, training and labor experience required
• Knowledgeable. Strong knowledge of state and federal employment law
• Communication. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Team Player. Work independently and able to collaborate with others
• Tech Savvy. Strong MS Office skills and HR related technology platforms

Who we are...
Northwest Administrators, Inc. is an industry leader in third-party administration of employee benefits. We administer one of the largest multi-employer pension plans in the country, along with numerous large health and welfare plans. As part of our team, you will benefit from many training and development opportunities and can expect a better-than-market benefits package.
If hired, you can expect...

• Starting salary range of $6,318 - $8,548 per month. Pay is dependent on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Excellent Medical, Dental (w/Ortho), Vision, Rx benefits, disability, life and pet insurance
• Paid Vacation (10 days), Sick Leave (10 days) and Holidays (10 days)
• Generous 401k plan with company base contribution & match
• Work-Life Balance

Equal Employment Opportunity
NWA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, amnesty, veteran status, citizenship, family medical history or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws. NWA prohibits any discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact Human Resources at HR@nwadmin.com to request accommodation.
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