Peninsula College · 23 hours ago
Human Resources Generalist
Port Angeles, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$5,011/mo - $5,011/mo
1+ years expPeninsula College is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to perform professional level human resource assignments while collaborating with managers and stakeholders. The role involves providing consultation on various human resource functions, promoting equity and inclusion, and assisting in the development and implementation of human resource programs and policies.
Higher Education
Hiring Manager
Hanan Zawideh, PHR, GCDF
Responsibilities
Assists with development and application of human resource activities that promote equity and inclusion; applies understanding of respectful behavior for cultural differences in the workplace
Provides professional and technical information and advice to clients, management and others regarding applicable laws, rules, policies and human resource program requirements impacting agency programs, divisions, regions and employees; recommends alternative courses of action using principles of equity, access and inclusion; recuses self from actions with potential conflicts of interest
Analyzes laws, rules, policies and practices; assists in developing, evaluating, revising, and implementing human resource services or programs, policies and procedures using principles of equity, access and inclusion in determining how those procedures will apply; works to mitigate bias in human resource and business decisions
Develops credible, trustworthy consulting relationships through professional integrity; maintains appropriate levels of confidentiality and ethical standards
Serves as team/project leader in a specialized human resource unit; serves as project leader in special assignments
Retrieves data from human resource information or other computerized recordkeeping systems supporting payroll, benefits, personnel files, position files, performance evaluations, employee training and development, public records disclosure, safety and health systems and other data functions; composes correspondence; monitors and measures outcomes of activities; prepares human resource business analysis and narrative reports regarding human resource activities; responds to public disclosure requests; protects the integrity of workforce data
Assists management in determining ongoing and future business and operational needs
Reviews updated position descriptions for accuracy; verifies allocation by comparing to duties previously on file; refers discrepancies to higher-level staff; determines appropriate salary ranges of consideration to apply; mitigates bias in allocation decisions by using employee-neutral criteria such as job duties and levels of responsibility
Assists with the administration of FMLA and Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) cases, including tracking, follow-ups, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations
Analyzes, responds to and resolves appeals, requests for reviews, grievances and/or complaints; reviews recommendations from team members; refers complaints of hostile workplace, harassment, discrimination and/or failure to accommodate to higher-level staff for investigation
Helps to resolve and/or mediate conflict in the workplace; refers to a higher-level human resource consultant when needed; documents formal outcomes
Manage and validate leave accruals for five employee groups, ensuring accuracy in tracking and reporting. Reconcile and process termination balances
Assists in the collective bargaining process; ensures equal access to changes in policy or labor agreements
Schedules and arranges meetings, recruitment candidate assessments and interviews prepares recruitment job posting; assists in presentation at job fairs and other outreach activities using inclusive practices and mitigating barriers to accessibility of these activities
Conducts new employee orientation or onboarding
Assists with cases of reasonable suspicion; documents files; tracks employee compliance and monitoring
Assists with processing workplace safety and/or health related incidents and injuries within established precedents; monitors and ensures accurate reporting; maintains employee medical/health files; communicates critical information to injured employee, management, and other third-party providers as directed
Develops and provides presentations and training programs regarding human resource function(s) such as fair and equitable employment practices, performance management, supervisory responsibilities, benefit plan provisions and options; ensures resources and training opportunities are deployed consistently and equitably throughout the workforce
Identifies and recommends areas of improvement for human resource programs, practices and policies to align with customer needs, meet regulatory compliance and mitigate risk
Performs other duties as required
May supervise or direct the work of support, technical, or paraprofessional staff
Qualification
Required
Performs professional level human resource assignments with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with managers, colleagues, and stakeholders in one or more areas of the human resource function such as classification, compensation, benefits, recruitment and selection, internal agency diversity, equity, inclusion and equal employment opportunity, reasonable accommodation, training, organizational development, human resource information systems, and/or labor relations
Serves as a critical business partner, providing consultation and assistance to managers, staff and the public regarding human resources and business issues
Advances equity and inclusion through established policies, practices, and shared accountability across the college
Assists with development and application of human resource activities that promote equity and inclusion; applies understanding of respectful behavior for cultural differences in the workplace
Provides professional and technical information and advice to clients, management and others regarding applicable laws, rules, policies and human resource program requirements impacting agency programs, divisions, regions and employees; recommends alternative courses of action using principles of equity, access and inclusion; recuses self from actions with potential conflicts of interest
Analyzes laws, rules, policies and practices; assists in developing, evaluating, revising, and implementing human resource services or programs, policies and procedures using principles of equity, access and inclusion in determining how those procedures will apply; works to mitigate bias in human resource and business decisions
Develops credible, trustworthy consulting relationships through professional integrity; maintains appropriate levels of confidentiality and ethical standards
Serves as team/project leader in a specialized human resource unit; serves as project leader in special assignments
Retrieves data from human resource information or other computerized recordkeeping systems supporting payroll, benefits, personnel files, position files, performance evaluations, employee training and development, public records disclosure, safety and health systems and other data functions; composes correspondence; monitors and measures outcomes of activities; prepares human resource business analysis and narrative reports regarding human resource activities; responds to public disclosure requests; protects the integrity of workforce data
Assists management in determining ongoing and future business and operational needs
Reviews updated position descriptions for accuracy; verifies allocation by comparing to duties previously on file; refers discrepancies to higher-level staff; determines appropriate salary ranges of consideration to apply; mitigates bias in allocation decisions by using employee-neutral criteria such as job duties and levels of responsibility
Assists with the administration of FMLA and Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) cases, including tracking, follow-ups, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations
Analyzes, responds to and resolves appeals, requests for reviews, grievances and/or complaints; reviews recommendations from team members; refers complaints of hostile workplace, harassment, discrimination and/or failure to accommodate to higher-level staff for investigation
Helps to resolve and/or mediate conflict in the workplace; refers to a higher-level human resource consultant when needed; documents formal outcomes
Manage and validate leave accruals for five employee groups, ensuring accuracy in tracking and reporting. Reconcile and process termination balances
Assists in the collective bargaining process; ensures equal access to changes in policy or labor agreements
Schedules and arranges meetings, recruitment candidate assessments and interviews prepares recruitment job posting; assists in presentation at job fairs and other outreach activities using inclusive practices and mitigating barriers to accessibility of these activities
Conducts new employee orientation or onboarding
Assists with cases of reasonable suspicion; documents files; tracks employee compliance and monitoring
Assists with processing workplace safety and/or health related incidents and injuries within established precedents; monitors and ensures accurate reporting; maintains employee medical/health files; communicates critical information to injured employee, management, and other third-party providers as directed
Develops and provides presentations and training programs regarding human resource function(s) such as fair and equitable employment practices, performance management, supervisory responsibilities, benefit plan provisions and options; ensures resources and training opportunities are deployed consistently and equitably throughout the workforce
Identifies and recommends areas of improvement for human resource programs, practices and policies to align with customer needs, meet regulatory compliance and mitigate risk
Performs other duties as required
May supervise or direct the work of support, technical, or paraprofessional staff
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, List, Forms, Teams, SharePoint, and the desire or ability to learn AI, Power Automate, and Workflows
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems
Work is performed in an office environment and may require standing and/or sitting and computer data entry for extended periods of time
Lifting up to 40 pounds may be required on an infrequent basis
Preferred
A bachelor's degree with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational science, or related field
One year of professional human resources experience
PHR or SHRM-CP a plus
Equivalent education/experience
Benefits
Excellent benefits: including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance; as of July 1, 2025, Peninsula College contributes $1,333 per month to the cost of the Washington State employee insurance programs.
Retirement plan options with employer contributions; optional credit union and tax-deferred annuity programs.
Peninsula College is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.
Sick leave accrual is 8 hours times Full-Time Equivalent per month.
Vacation Leave accrual is 11.33 hours times Full-Time Equivalent per month and will increase with years of experience.
Personal Leave is 24 hours times Full-Time Equivalent, every July 1, prorated on date of hire.
Personal Holiday is 8 hours times Full-Time Equivalent, per year after 4 months of service.
Company
Peninsula College
Peninsula College is a school in Port Angeles.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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