Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT Office of Human Resources and Safety (OHR&S) is currently seeking a Human Resource Consultant 1 (HRC1) that can work both independently and as a member of a professional and fast-paced human resources team. The successful candidate will function as a generalist consultant responsible for ensuring employment and benefits actions are processed timely and accurately for all WSDOT employees. This position will serve as consultant for assigned Regions providing research and guidance on issues requiring a range of possible solutions, ensuring compliance with rules, laws, collective bargaining agreements, and agency policy. OHR&S contributes to the mission of the Agency by serving as a knowledgeable, approachable, and customer-focused resource for employees and management. This position promotes a positive, growth-oriented learning environment as a member of the HR Operations team.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Human Resource Consultant 1 will:

• Interpret and apply human resources rules, policies, procedures, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Prepare and process appointment notifications, including benefits eligibility, for employee movement including new hires, promotions, transfers, separations, etc. and ensure quality of incoming and final documents.
• Work with Payroll for resolution of payroll errors; escalate complex issues to Operations Supervisor.
• Coordinate with peers to ensure processing deadlines are met.
• Exercise sound judgement within established precedents for salary placement, periodic increment, longevity step, and adjustment of services dates (part-time, rehires, seasonal, military seniority, and leave without pay).
• Accept and monitor quality of benefits and change information from employees. Ensure forms are complete and accurate, and any supplemental documentation necessary is included.
• Act as a WSDOT point of contact for Regional HR staff, Payroll staff, WSDOT employees statewide, and Health Care Authority on all benefits questions related to eligibility, enrollment, processes, rules, and policies.
• Support employees completing new employee, PEBB, and DRS forms. Educate employees on resources available to them to determine their benefit choices.

• Two (2) years of office experience, including one (1) year of experience in a human resources/payroll office or applying knowledge of CBA's and WAC's. OR
• An associates degree and one (1) year of experience in a human resources/payroll office or applying knowledge of CBA's and WAC's. OR
• A bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field.

• Demonstrated experience using software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated keyboarding and data entry skills.
• Ability to analyze data to ensure documents and data are entered correctly into HR systems (such as ILINX ECM, HRMS/SAP) and SharePoint.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced professional HR office and complete work accurately, meeting tight deadlines, with frequent interruptions.
• Strong communication skills.

• Experience using an HRIS system for personnel/payroll processing.
• Experience applying knowledge of employment law, rules, policies, procedures, and CBA’s.
• PHR Certification.
• Ability to accurately perform work in computer systems that use DOS.
• Ability to analyze data from the Mainframe DOS system.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This team is mostly a remote team working throughout the state of Washington. This position offers remote work options and is eligible for remote work up to 100%, per supervisor approval.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.