DSHS Human Resource Consultant 2 Salary $3,684.00 - $4,832.00 Monthly Location Pierce County Steilacoom, WA Job Type Agency Internal - Permanent Department Dept. of Social and Health Services Job Number 2018-12078 Closing 12/13/2018 11:59 PM Pacific Description Internal Only The goal of the Human Resource Division (HRD) is to provide high quality human resource services through value-added and innovative initiatives focused on enabling each Administration within Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to be the best in their related disciplines as they serve the citizens of Washington State. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is looking for an experienced Human Resource Consultant 2 (HRC2) to join an elite team of HR professionals that will support staff administrations at the Child Study Treatment Center (CSTC) in Tacoma and Western State Hospital (WSH) in Lakewood. The main work location will be at Child Study Treatment Center with one day a week at Western State Hospital. As an HR generalist you will be responsible for providing professional level human resource services and consultation to appointing authorities, managers, supervisors, and employees on a wide variety of sensitive, complex and critical HR issues. You will have the opportunity to: Provide guidance and advice to supervisors and employees regarding various inquiries related to Just Cause, Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA), and Washington Administrative Codes (WAC). Provide consultation regarding type of leave, use of leave, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Shared Leave, recruitment, layoff, hiring process, reasonable accommodation, performance evaluation requirements, reallocation requests, salary, periodic increment dates, and other appointment procedures. On-board and off-board staff. Input and maintenance of employee data within Human Resource Management System (HRMS). Maintain and ensure confidentiality of all personnel, medical/affirmative action, reasonable accommodation files, and I-9 forms in accordance with DSHS policies. Maintain personnel files in the agency document imaging system. Successful candidates will have the following: A Bachelor's Degree with focus in business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences or related field AND one year of professional human resources experience OR Equivalent education/experience. Please complete our application and attach your resume and cover letter to apply. For questions, contact Josh Shawhan at joshua.shawhan@dshs.wa.gov. Supplemental Information Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle. Washington State Department of Social & Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384. More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work. Check with the agency human resource office for specific benefit information. Insurance Benefits Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the . Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the ' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Vacation (Annual Leave) You begin accruing vacation starting your first month of employment. Since we value your loyalty, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Vacation accrues for full-time employees per . Holidays Full-time employees are entitled to eleven* paid holidays: HOLIDAY DATE New Year's Day January 1 Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday Third Monday in January Presidents' Day Third Monday in February Memorial Day Last Monday in May Independence Day July 4 Labor Day First Monday in September Veterans' Day November 11 Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after Christmas Day December 25 Personal Holiday Employee's selection each calendar year *Employees who are members of certain Unions are entitled to an additional personal leave day of their choice. Please refer to specific for more information. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Paid sick leave may be used for reasons included in . Please visit the for more detailed information. 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