Washington State Department of Social and Health Services · 23 hours ago
DSHS OOS Human Resource Consultant 3
Lakewood, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is hiring a Human Resource Consultant 3 to join their team at Western State Hospital. This role involves providing consultative support to leaders on employee performance and relations, and developing strategies to enhance workplace culture.
GovernmentHealth CareSocial Assistance
Responsibilities
Provide consultative support to senior leaders, managers and supervisors surrounding employee performance, investigations, labor relations, workforce planning, employee leave and other core human resources functions
Analyze complex employee relations issues and develop practical, strategic options that support sound decision-making and timely resolution
Draft clear, well-reasoned correspondence, including responses to complaints, performance expectations, disciplinary actions and grievance responses
Represent human resources in grievance meetings, appeals and adjudicative forums, ensuring positions are well supported, consistent and defensible
Serve as a trusted subject matter expert on performance management, employment laws and department policy, offering guidance that supports consistency and fairness
Develop and deliver tools, resources and training that help leaders manage their workforce effectively while reducing risk and strengthening working relationships
Approach consultations with a solutions-focused mindset, providing risk-based guidance with options and helping leaders understand the tradeoffs associated with each path forward
Partner with labor relations staff and the Office of the Attorney General to prepare for hearings, respond to information requests and support arbitration matters
Participate in special projects and workgroups that improve HRD's processes, service delivery and consistency across programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field
Two years of professional human resource work experience
Equivalent education/experience
Provide consultative support to senior leaders, managers and supervisors surrounding employee performance, investigations, labor relations, workforce planning, employee leave and other core human resources functions
Analyze complex employee relations issues and develop practical, strategic options that support sound decision-making and timely resolution
Draft clear, well-reasoned correspondence, including responses to complaints, performance expectations, disciplinary actions and grievance responses
Represent human resources in grievance meetings, appeals and adjudicative forums, ensuring positions are well supported, consistent and defensible
Serve as a trusted subject matter expert on performance management, employment laws and department policy, offering guidance that supports consistency and fairness
Develop and deliver tools, resources and training that help leaders manage their workforce effectively while reducing risk and strengthening working relationships
Approach consultations with a solutions-focused mindset, providing risk-based guidance with options and helping leaders understand the tradeoffs associated with each path forward
Partner with labor relations staff and the Office of the Attorney General to prepare for hearings, respond to information requests and support arbitration matters
Participate in special projects and workgroups that improve HRD's processes, service delivery and consistency across programs
Preferred
Applying working knowledge of employee relations, leave laws, reasonable accommodation, discipline and investigations in real workplace situations
A commitment to ongoing professional development, or HR certification is highly valued
Explaining rules, decisions and expectations in writing and conversation so people understand what is happening and why
Handling private and sensitive information with care, discretion and professionalism at all times
Confidence in teaching human resources topics in a way that is clear, useful and appropriate for different audiences
Ability to provide HR consultation that considers equity, access and inclusion, supporting respectful workplaces and effective supervisor–employee relationships
Knowing how to weigh risks, consider impacts and choose fair options when situations are complex or sensitive
Benefits
Free ORCA card for transportation purposes
5% premium on-site pay
Company
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services offers long-term care and behavioral health assistance to the community.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Candice Yi, MSW, LICSW
Deputy Chief Executive Officer/SCC
Charles Southerland
Chief Executive Officer
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