Seattle Finance and Administrative Services · 1 day ago
Senior HR Business Partner
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$45.74/hr - $53.27/hr
2+ years expThe Department of Finance and Administrative Services at the City of Seattle is seeking two experienced Senior HR Business Partners to join their HR team. In this role, you will provide complex support and guidance in employee and labor relations, ensuring equity and collaboration with labor partners.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Work closely with management clientele and external partners to address and resolve human resource matters in the areas of performance management, and employee and labor relations
Provide guidance to management on sensitive and complex employee relations and disciplinary matters
Interpret and apply a broad range of employment laws, labor contracts, public personnel administration practices, and labor relations guidelines
Collaborate with HR team members to align HR strategies with organizational goals and enhance employee experience
Provide results-oriented resolutions to employee relations matters that focus on those harmed and restoring functional workgroups. Help problem-solve disputes
Conduct comprehensive and impartial complex workplace investigations including preparing final investigative summary reports
Provide advice and counsel to management on labor laws and union relations
Give best practice advice that integrates fairness, equity, compassion and business needs
Develop and maintain productive relationships with labor unions, advise management on labor relations issues
Cultivate relationships and with leaders at all levels and employees while consistently delivering exceptional customer service
Support department goals in promoting diversity and social justice
Promote continuous improvement by proposing innovative solutions and optimizing HR processes
Perform back-up duties during staff absences and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in social sciences, HR management, public administration, business administration, or a related field
Two (2) years of experience working in Human Resources including employee relations and labor relations
Four (4) years of experience working in Human Resources including employee relations and labor relations
A combination of education and/or training and/or experience that provides an equivalent background required to perform this job may be considered, for example an associate degree and three years of experience
Have relevant field and professional-level employee relations experience in a unionized environment or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or skills sufficient to perform the job duties
Are advanced in interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all members of the department, in a collaborative team environment
Talented and experienced providing proactive strategic coaching and guidance on employee engagement, issue management, employment laws, and HR policies, and procedures
Have strong presentation, facilitation, consensus-building and conflict resolution skills
Have knowledge of employment-related laws, labor contracts and regulations
Are analytical, great at planning, and excel in problem-solving skills
Are strong and adaptable communicators
Have a strong and proven commitment to the principles of equity and social justice
Can work daily in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities and sensitive situations
Are proficient in commonly used MS Office applications
Successful candidates must demonstrate proven ability to diagnose problems using critical thinking
Ability to make sound decisions and use good judgment during stressful situations
Strong writing skills and excellent organizational skills are required
Exceptional listening skills and ability to relate to, influence and coach employees and managers at all levels of the organization
Ability to work independently as well as be a collaborative member of our HR team
Must use discretion, exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality
Benefits
Vacation
Holiday
Sick leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents
Company
Seattle Finance and Administrative Services
The Department of Finance and Administrative Services (FAS) works behind-the-scenes providing critical functions, like managing 120 City facilities—including police and fire stations—overseeing the City's neighborhood customer service centers and Customer Service Bureau, and making sure minority-owned businesses can equitably compete for City contracts.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase