HR Associate

Job title:

HR Associate

Company

King County

Job description

SummaryOPEN TO CURRENT KING COUNTY IT EMPLOYEES ONLY King County’s Department of Information Technology, (KCIT), has an opening for an entry level HR Associate to provide critical support and assist with the functions and communications within Employee Services, Talent Acquisition, Employee & Labor Relations & Department Leaves. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to showcase their critical thinking, organizational, and administrative skills while learning more about Information Technology and how technology relates to the Human Capital aspect. The ideal candidate enjoys making an impact through their analytical skills, acts with a sense of urgency, has a keen eye for detail, and can manage many competing tasks effectively.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. These qualities make King County one of the nation’s best places to live, work, and play.King County Department of Information Technology
KCIT is providing the building blocks for many of the region’s most critical services. As the business solutions partner, we collaborate with the 18 County departments and agencies to develop products and services that better serve the needs of our customers and our communities. To learn more about KCIT, please visit:Benefits
King County offers a robust benefits package to support you and your family in a variety of ways. To learn more about the benefits offered here, please click on the Benefits tab or click here: .Teleworking Requirement
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly by teleworking complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities.) Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.King County has a robust collection of to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department’s hybrid environment.Work Schedule
The normal workweek for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Alternative work schedules may be considered. This position is eligible for overtime pay.Questions
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shane Michael at or 206-263-8999.Job Duties

• Assist with the design, conversion, & implementation electronic personnel files and other digital databases, in compliance with County policies and procedures.
• Maintain a welcoming on-boarding process for all new hires and applicants to include CJIS Backgrounds, Fingerprint appointments, badge appointments, Neogov On-boarding, and reference checks for all prospective employees.
• Create & appropriately distribute Dept’s Position Change Notices (PCN’s)
• Serve as backup for data entry into PeopleSoft.
• Serve as backup to the KCIT HR email inbox.
• Serve as backup for the departments FMLA/KCFML programs.
• Be cross trained to provide support in other HR functions (Recruiting, Leaves, HRIS & Union Contracts)
• Run PeopleSoft queries to perform data analysis to troubleshoot pay and leave accrual issues.
• Respond to employee emails and escalate when necessary.
• Assist with recruitment coordinating and scheduling efforts.
• Provide in-office coverage when needed.
• Perform large amounts of complex gathering, processing, and auditing of Position Change Notices (PCNs)
• Use PeopleSoft, Neogov (applicant tracking system), Word, & Excel to generate reports and other adequate information.
• Assist with the design, conversion, & implementation electronic personnel files and other digital databases, in compliance with County policies and procedures.
• Assist with Paid Parental Leave, Military Leave, Sick Leave donations, Employment Verifications, and solving pay discrepancy issues.
• Be cross trained in supportive of other HR functions (Recruiting, Leaves, HRIS & Union Contracts).
• Support and contribute to continuous process improvement of HR practices and processes using Lean principles.
• Other duties as required.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to work on a number of projects simultaneously and complete projects within 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 the ability to provide professional and courteous service.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups.
• Skill in reviewing and compiling data, developing reports, and creating charts and diagrams.
• Ability to create, proofread, edit, and format documents according to standard business writing practices.
• Excellent computer skills that include Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Experience in administering and auditing leaves. Knowledge of records management best practices and guidelines. Experience with enterprise-level records management systems.

Desired Qualification:

• Experience with and understanding of King County’s Personnel Guidelines, Contingent Worker Manual, Master Labor Agreement, and various collective bargaining agreements.
• Knowledge of human resources practices and guidelines.

Previous experience/exposure to a technical or technical related HR departmentSupplemental InformationGuided by our ” “, 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 your recruiter listed on this job announcement.Application Requirements
A completed King County Application and an attached resume is required for consideration, and a Cover Letter is strongly encouraged.The recruitment for this position is open to internal King County IT Employee’s only.
Union Status: This position is non-represented.
(For internal use only: Classification: Human Resource Associate – 2311100)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
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal 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 .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.

Expected salary

$75649.6 – 95888 per year

Location

Seattle, WA

Job date

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 03:48:46 GMT

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