Salary
$133,681.60 - $169,436.80 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024NM22520
Department
KCSO - Sheriff's Office
Opening Date
08/15/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA

Exempt
Bargaining Unit

Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time

Full Time

Summary

King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) seeks an inspiring Human Resources leader with HR generalist experience to fill the role of Human Resources Manager III . This role will provide strategic leadership and guide efforts to develop and maintain a highly skilled, diverse, and engaged workforce to fulfill the department's evolving role to deliver innovative public service every day.

The Human Resources Manager III is a strategic advisor and partner for the department and its leadership team . This position provides innovative , collaborative , and strategic leadership to support the workforce transition from meeting today's demands to being prepared for the evolving needs of the future. This position's focus is on maintaining strong organizational health measures and ensuring systems are in place to attract, retain, and engage employees while providing a model of sound people leadership practices.

The successful candidate will support efforts to align and effectively integrate County and department human resources programs and strategic initiatives. You will use your strong interpersonal skills to build and leverage relationships, build effective teams and networks at all levels in the County and KCSO, influence change , and engage in effective problem solving. You will develop and implement development strategies both proactively and, when necessary, to improve team performance, effectively allocating resources to meet business needs.

This position is a working manager, so in addition to leading a team of highly skilled human resources professionals, you will proactively assess and resolve employee relations issues across the organization, interpret employment law, and apply HR policies and practices in a complex and ever-changing work environment. This position also maintains databases in support of the KCSO and will directly oversee a unit of background detectives. Our goal is to provide reliable, efficient, customer-focused human resources services while ensuring consistency and reducing organizational liability.

King County
As the only county in the United States named after Martin Luther King Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nations' history, King County is a vibrant community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the artistic and social traditions of many cultures. Together, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence.

We continue to build on an enduring legacy of shared values of equity and social justice, employee engagement, innovative thinking, and continuous improvement. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda aimed at advancing regional change and is developing the systems and standards necessary to achieve better outcomes for all residents, regardless of their race or income. All of these qualities make King County one of the nation's best places to live, work, and play.
King County Sheriff's Office
With more than 1,000 employees, the KCSO serves the law enforcement needs of more than half a million people in unincorporated areas and our 12 contract cities. The KCSO also provides police departments for the Muckleshoot Tribe, Metro Transit, and the King County International Airport. Ensuring the safety of people in King County is our top priority. We aim to do this in a respectful manner based on our core values of leadership, integrity, service, and teamwork.

To learn more about the department, visit King County Sheriff's Office .

Job Duties

The Human Resources Manager III is an employee of the Department of Human Resources and reports jointly to the Sheriff's Office Chief of Support Services and the Human Resources Services Delivery (HRSD) Division Director for the county. This reporting structure ensures consistent delivery of HR policies and practices across the county, while supporting the unique and varied needs of each department's line of business.

Successful candidates for this position will be able to clearly demonstrate skill and ability to:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the leadership team. Provide advice to managers on HR policy and regulations in the department, while balancing the need for consistency and alignment with County HR programs. Communicate complex HR ideas effectively in multiple settings with diverse audiences.
• Manage high-quality and timely HR service delivery:
  • Shape and implement systems for recruitment, development, and retention of a high quality, diverse workforce that is prepared for the evolving business needs of the future
  • Oversee complex employee relations issues, investigations, grievance and Loudermill hearings, and arbitration or litigation processes
  • Administer collective bargaining agreements and applicable laws including Fair Labor Standards Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, etc.
• Build and lead effective teams:
  • Allocate staff and resources to meet service delivery demands and workload fluctuations
  • Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports as well as coach managers to do the same
  • Set goals for high-quality and customer-focused service
  • Measure progress on goal achievement
• Model best practices in managing employees:
  • Engage and motivate employees to work to the full extent of their classification
  • Effectively manage diverse groups of people and understand how organizations work
  • Create an environment of continuous learning and skill development
  • Foster a culture where every employee is accountable for high-quality service delivery
  • Contribute to the creation of a work environment that is welcoming to all employees
• Promote an organizational culture that is focused on a shared mission, fosters continuous improvement (LEAN), and embraces equity and social justice for employees and the community.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of increasingly responsible experience in human resources at the professional/management level; OR
• Any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties of the position.

The ideal candidate for this role will:

• Have direct working knowledge of major HR Service Delivery functions in a unionized environment such as workforce planning, recruitment, compensation and benefits, risk management, Human Resources Information Systems, employee relations, performance management, employment, training and development, and the relevant laws and regulations.
• Bring a strong background in managing and providing strategic leadership to multi-faceted organizations, including working collaboratively at all levels.
• Be customer-focused and comfortable advising and partnering with senior and executive level management on a variety of complex HR policies, procedures, and practices.
• Be a champion for Equity & Social Justice, understand that systematic racism and its long-term effects are pervasive in our society.
• Be comfortable having candid and sincere conversations with all employees about race and equity in the workplace.
• Design and maintain systems that encourage leader and employee engagement.
• Resolve workplace conflict skillfully.
• Have strong experience managing complex employee leave issues and programs.
• Be able to manage multiple and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment effectively.

Additional qualifications that will be helpful in this role:

• Proficiency with PeopleSoft.
• Proficiency with the NEOGOV applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Demonstrated ability to manage change.
• Experience engaging a team that is both on-site and remote.
• Experience in the public sector, government, or other municipal agency.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
It is a hiring requirement that all staff employed by KCSO successfully pass a thorough background investigations process, which includes fingerprinting, criminal history check, reference checks, polygraph test, and other tests as deemed necessary.

Applicants must also be US citizens or Legal Permanent Residents who are able to read and write the English language and meet the required background qualifications for employment with King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) and access to required jail facilities. Please be sure to review the list of automatic disqualifiers for employment with KCSO.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all King County employees and the public. 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.
Those who apply by Thursday , September 5, 2024, will receive first consideration in the process .
Required Application Materials:

1. An Online employment application , completed at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs.The employment history should go back at least seven years if you have seven years of employment, or more to include all relevant experience. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. All relevant experience must be included in the application.
2. A Cover letter no longer than two pages summarizing how you meet the required experience, qualifications, knowledge, and job skills listed above. In addition, please share with why you are interested in this position.

NOTE: Applications that do not include the required materials may be considered incomplete and will not be considered.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: May Sabug, Sr. HR Analyst, at msabug@kingcounty.gov .

Job Type: This is a Career Service type of position.

Work Schedule:
This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. Work schedule is normally Monday through Friday, 40-hour work week. Variations may be required depending on the needs of the work. This position is not represented by a union.

Work Location:
The incumbent will have a hybrid work schedule and may work remotely and onsite. The primary onsite location is the King County Courthouse (516 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98104).

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.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed as received, and they will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. All materials will be evaluated for spelling, grammar, and punctuation usage. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a series of interviews.

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 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

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .
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.
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