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Community Transit · 14 hours ago

HRBP

Everett, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$101K/yr - $127K/yr

5+ years exp

Community Transit is seeking an HR Business Partner to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the strategic goals of the organization. The role involves providing professional HR guidance, supporting talent planning, and addressing employee relations issues while promoting a strong workplace culture.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Work with fellow HR professionals in identifying benchmark data to provide continuous improvement to Employee Engagement processes and integrate best practices into routine responsibilities. Maintain knowledge of progressive HR practices and key trends

Support supervisors and managers in forecasting and planning their talent pipeline requirements per the function or business strategy. Initiate and follow up on recruitment efforts

Review key business performance targets and their related talent implications with business leaders. Analyze workforce data to identify trends, inform decisions and shape recommendations to achieve business objectives and industry demands

Provide professional level assistance with employee relations issues, such as discipline, performance management, 360 reviews, policy compliance, and conducting complaint investigations. Assist with workplace culture and change management

Work effectively with union leadership in concert with Labor Relations, addressing a variety of issues such as general contract interpretation, discipline processes, and leave administration

Develop and promote ongoing employee feedback mechanisms to ensure continuous improvement of HR services and processes. Act as liaison between employees and HR to ensure that HR services align with employee needs

Provide expert advice and coaching to employees and supervisors when indicated. Understand and solicit employee opinions and anticipate their needs and concerns. Facilitate a strong leadership and coaching culture

Facilitate long-term initiatives aligned with the strategic agenda. Manage specific projects per the annual HR operational plan. Champion agency change initiatives to ensure successful implementation. Identify new opportunities for HR to add value to the business

Perform other duties of a similar nature or level

Qualification

Employee relationsChange managementTalent managementUnion relationsHR policiesProcessesAnalytical skillsCoachingData analysisHRIS systemsMentoringCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsNegotiation skillsTeam collaborationConfidentiality

Required

5 or more years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues in an HR Consultant, Generalist, or leadership role

2 or more years of experience in program, project, or change management

2 or more years of experience working in a diverse unionized environment

4 or more years of experience working with senior executives in an 'influence-without-authority' role

Human Resources functions, including policies and procedures, employee relations, talent and performance management, compensation and benefits, organizational diagnosis, union relations, diversity, and federal and state employment laws, regulations, and compliance

Strong business acumen. Demonstrated solid judgment and experience assessing business risks. Strategic thinking with the ability to align HR strategies and business goals and objectives

HR policies and processes, including change management and workforce planning

Understanding of current legal and collective bargaining requirements, reducing risks, and ensuring compliance. Partner effectively with Labor Relations staff as needed

Fostering an inclusive workplace by upholding Community Transit's core values in support of the organization's vision and mission. Inspiring team commitment, pride, and trust while promoting cooperation and motivating members to achieve shared goals. Demonstrating courtesy, sensitivity, and respect in all interactions

Professional experience with PC-based software such as MS Office, email, and scheduling applications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey HR policies, procedures, and initiatives

Analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex HR issues and develop effective solutions with critical thinking and sound judgment

Ability to think critically, identify strengths and weaknesses and alternate solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Coaching and mentoring managers and employees to enhance performance and development

Managing multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively and adjusting to changing priorities

Understanding, interpreting, and applying contracts, laws, and regulations

Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive employee and organizational information

Establishing and maintaining positive and effective working relationships with employees, managers, and co-workers. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals. Remaining tactful, calm, and persuasive in confrontational situations

Negotiating and influencing others to achieve business goals and core values

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including speaking and presenting to groups

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field

3 years of experience assisting clients in an HR Business Partner capacity or an equivalent role

Additional experience in HR specialty areas, such as diversity, equity and inclusion, workforce planning, training & development, or employee relations

Experience working in a public sector organization

Experience using data to identify insights that drive action

Working knowledge and experience with PeopleSoft or other HRIS systems

Conflict resolution practices

Professional HR Certification, such as SHRM CP/SCP, HRCI PHR/SPHR, CEBS, or NPELRA

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.

Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan.

In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue of 24 days of Paid Time off (192 hours) in their first year and ten (10) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.