What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS OOS Human Resource Consultant 3 position at Washington State Department of Social and Health Services?
Description
DSHS's Office of the Secretary (OOS) , Human Resources Division is looking for a Human Resource Consultant 3 to join our team at Western State Hospital in Lakewood, WA.
We are looking for a team member who provides effective consultation while efficiently managing competing priorities. You will be responsible for resolving sensitive or complex issues while exhibiting effective communication and customer service skills. You will collaborate with a diverse team of 200 HR professionals dedicated to transforming the lives of Washington citizens.
We offer a hybrid telework schedule for these jobs with two required days on-site. Opportunities performed on-site at these work locations at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium on-site pay along with the advertised salary.
Pierce County employees receive a free ORCA card for transportation purposes.
Some Of What You'll Do
Those with a bachelor's degree (with a focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field) and two years of professional human resource work experience.
Or
Equivalent education/experience.
Ability to understand each customer's needs to provide effective HR solutions. Advancement of equity, diversity, access, and inclusion within every facet of work with employees, clients, providers, and community partners
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Questions? Please contact sean.brauner@dshs.wa.gov and reference #01995.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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DSHS's Office of the Secretary (OOS) , Human Resources Division is looking for a Human Resource Consultant 3 to join our team at Western State Hospital in Lakewood, WA.
We are looking for a team member who provides effective consultation while efficiently managing competing priorities. You will be responsible for resolving sensitive or complex issues while exhibiting effective communication and customer service skills. You will collaborate with a diverse team of 200 HR professionals dedicated to transforming the lives of Washington citizens.
We offer a hybrid telework schedule for these jobs with two required days on-site. Opportunities performed on-site at these work locations at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium on-site pay along with the advertised salary.
Pierce County employees receive a free ORCA card for transportation purposes.
Some Of What You'll Do
- Consult with executives, managers, and supervisors in assigned programs for employee performance management or investigations, labor relations, workforce planning, employee leave, and all other human resource management personnel functions
- Assist in the management of employee performance by analyzing issues and providing strategic plans and tactical solutions to address matters
- Draft correspondence to include responses to complaints, performance expectations, disciplinary action, and grievance responses
- Serve as a subject matter expert in performance management, employment laws, and policy; creatively develop and deliver tools and resources, including training, for HR staff and agency managers to mitigate risk and promote effective and lawful workforce management practices and healthy and productive supervisor/employee working relationships
- Approach problems with the philosophy of providing risk-based advice with options. The conversation doesn't begin or end with "no." We seek to understand and provide creative solutions when possible, utilizing our subject matter expertise to communicate risk associated with each option
Those with a bachelor's degree (with a focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field) and two years of professional human resource work experience.
Or
Equivalent education/experience.
Ability to understand each customer's needs to provide effective HR solutions. Advancement of equity, diversity, access, and inclusion within every facet of work with employees, clients, providers, and community partners
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification and/or Human Resource Certification Institute certification
- Consult with or coach business leaders to address issues appropriately to reach the best outcome
- Prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines with constant interruptions
- Working knowledge of HR-related WACs, RCWs, Federal Laws, policies and procedures, and CBAs
Questions? Please contact sean.brauner@dshs.wa.gov and reference #01995.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
