Responsibilities:
General Consultation and Protected Leave:

• Manage services, provide consultation on performance management, and oversee the general human resources operations for our Southeast region.
• Act as the main point of contact for executive management/senior leadership regarding human resources laws, rules, and regulations.
• Manage the senior human resources consultant team and the protected leave specialist
• Work with our Workplace Culture and Development office to ensure DEIB is included in consultation as needed.
• Oversee and provide training to DNR employees, supervisors, and managers on performance management, protected leave, and reasonable accommodations.
• Analyze, interpret, and apply Federal and Washington State laws, rules, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Provide data reports and data/information for requests for information
• Create and maintain related policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with laws, rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements, as well as best practices.

• Supervise (schedule, evaluate, assign work, and ensure training) supervisors and professional Human Resources Consultants ensuring employees have the tools, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform their functions.
• Serve on DNR-wide teams and serve on Office of Financial Management State-wide teams as needed.
• Participate in the Human Resource Division legislative bill review and analysis.
• Work with the HR Services Manager and HR leadership to ensure that Human Resources services meet the divisions and regional needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management, business, accounting, or related from an accredited institution
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Three years’ professional experience in human resources, including performance management, protected leave, and reasonable accommodations activities.
• Experience with broad application of human resource management principles.
• Ability to lead teams and build effective interpersonal relationships.
• Excellent research, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead change and effect change through influence.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Committed to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties consistent with applicable laws and regulations and ensure that public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Office environment; may be eligible to telework.
• Requires occasional travel to DNR sites

• Master’s degree in human resource management, business, accounting or related field from an accredited institution.
• PHR or SPHR or equivalent SHRM SHRM-CP or SHAM-SCP certification.

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.