Human Resource Analyst
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$92,019.20 - $116,646.40 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2025JS23993
Department
DAJD-Adult/Juvenile Detention
Division
Administrative Services
Opening Date
02/20/2025
Closing Date
3/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
F3A : L117-P&T
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is seeking an experienced Human Resource professional to join the team as a Human Resource Analyst! This role will support employees as well as advise senior and executive level management on complex human resource issues, initiatives and policies, as well as manage complex work and leave programs. While the primary focus of the Human Resource Analyst role is leave management, responsibilities may also include broader HR tasks as needed, such as recruiting, employee engagement, labor relations, and more.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention is striving to provide in custody and community-based services that are data informed, advance safety, lead system change and promote equitable outcomes for the people we serve. The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is a professional and nationally recognized organization that supports safe, vibrant, and healthy communities in partnership with other criminal justice and human service agencies.
This recruitment will create an eligibility list which may be used to fill future Career Service, Term Limited Temporary or Special Duty Assignment Talent Acquisition Specialist (HR Analyst) vacancies within the next 12 months.
Job Duties
The job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AFTER THE JOB POSTING CLOSES. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY:
Please do not copy and paste your entire resume, or copy and paste your entire job history, as your answers to the supplemental questions as these will be considered incomplete.
You may attach multiple documents if you wish into the resume section of the application.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the standard information in the application. Providing information only in a resume will not be considered a complete application.
Your application materials must validate your answers to the supplemental questions. If your answers cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the process.
If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
UNIONMEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117, Professional, Technical and Administration (P/T/A) bargaining unit.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position will work a 40-hour work week and is overtime eligible(provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act). Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
WORK LOCATION: WORK LOCATION: The work associated with this position will be performed through a hybrid work model that will require both onsite and remote work. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is
subject to change.
The primary onsite work location for this position is the King County Courthouse at 516 3rd Avenue, E 245, Seattle WA 98104. However, candidates must be willing and able to report to work at different secured detention facilities in Seattle and Kent.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and, when working remotely, must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Questions regarding this announcement or position maybe directed to: Jaclyn Smith, DAJD Sr. Human Resources Analyst at Phone Number: 206-263-3379 or via email at [email protected]
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is a hiring requirement that all staff employed by DAJD successfully pass a thorough background investigations process, which includes fingerprinting, criminal history check, reference checks, and other tests as deemed necessary.
COMMITMENTTOEQUITYANDSOCIALJUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all-in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
To learn more, please visit the King County Equity &Social Justice website.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
KING COUNTY EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Benefits
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff
03
Although the primary focus of this position is leave management, responsibilities may also include broader HR tasks as needed, such as recruiting, employee engagement, labor relations and more. Please indicate what type of experience you have.
If you selected "other" in the question above, please explain what that other HR experience encompasses.
05
On order to be considered for this opportunity, the following items are REQUIRED: 1. An electronic application through www.kingcount.gov/jobs or www.governmentjobs.com (use the "Apply" link) including work history and position duties. 2. Responses to supplemental questions. 3. Resume 4. Cover Letter I attest that I have attached all the required documents.
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is firmly committed to a drug-free workplace. Employees of the department are prohibited from using illegal drugs. Should you be hired by the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention, you acknowledge that you will adhere to the department's policies and rules regarding drug use.
All candidates for employment with DAJD must undergo a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an investigation for criminal activity, traffic records, conviction records, employment and education history, character and reputation in the community, etc. Selected positions may also require, psychological testing and evaluation, and a pre-employment general medical physical. Applicants may be rejected for criminal behavior, drug use, or any indications in the areas listed in the "Background Investigation Screening" questionnaire. Are you willing to undergo a background investigation process as described above?
PLEASE NOTE: A "yes" response to any of the remaining questions may automatically disqualify you from further consideration. Responses will be confirmed and verified in the course of the department's background investigation process. Do you understand that a "yes" response to the remaining questions may automatically disqualify you from further consideration.
n the last 3 years, have you bought, sold, offered to sell, possessed, transported, manufactured, delivered or possess with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance?
In the last 3 years, have you illegally used any other controlled substance or other illegal drugs/narcotics? For purposes of this question, illegal drugs/narcotics/controlled substances include, but is not limited to, the following: Cocaine or Crack
In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of Driving Under the Influence (alcohol or drugs)?
In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of a domestic violence or a domestic violence-related crime?
Have you ever been disciplined in the workplace for sexual, racial, or other harassment or discrimination?
Have you undergone the background investigation process for employment with the King County Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention within the last two years?
If yes, please specify the approximate date(s) and position(s) for which you previously went through the department's background process.
Required Question
Employer King County
Address King Street Center
201 South Jackson Street
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Phone 206-477-3404
Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/
$92,019.20 - $116,646.40 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2025JS23993
Department
DAJD-Adult/Juvenile Detention
Division
Administrative Services
Opening Date
02/20/2025
Closing Date
3/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
F3A : L117-P&T
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is seeking an experienced Human Resource professional to join the team as a Human Resource Analyst! This role will support employees as well as advise senior and executive level management on complex human resource issues, initiatives and policies, as well as manage complex work and leave programs. While the primary focus of the Human Resource Analyst role is leave management, responsibilities may also include broader HR tasks as needed, such as recruiting, employee engagement, labor relations, and more.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention is striving to provide in custody and community-based services that are data informed, advance safety, lead system change and promote equitable outcomes for the people we serve. The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is a professional and nationally recognized organization that supports safe, vibrant, and healthy communities in partnership with other criminal justice and human service agencies.
This recruitment will create an eligibility list which may be used to fill future Career Service, Term Limited Temporary or Special Duty Assignment Talent Acquisition Specialist (HR Analyst) vacancies within the next 12 months.
Job Duties
The job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required.
- Engage with and support employees, department managers and supervisors by providing guidance and interpretation of employment law and human resource practices.
- Developandimplementtrainingstodepartmentmanagersandsupervisorsonhumanresourcetopics.
- Process employee leaves and facilitate the interactive process, including the processing of employee's return to work, collaborating with King County Safety and Claims and Disability Services, as well as other agencies on leave management issues, including but not limited to, coordinating reasonable accommodations and ensuring ADA compliance.
- Create and implement department programs that support County-wide initiatives; including equity and social justice, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and employee development.
- Serveasthedepartmentrepresentativeinhearings,arbitrationsandlitigation.
- Assigned other duties within the scope and level of responsibility.
- Have a strong grounding in daily human resource functions with a proven track record of successfully managing leave programs, developing and implementing strategic initiatives and policies OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the scope of the job duties;
- Have a track record of advising senior and executive-level management on complex human resource issues, initiatives and policies;
- Have experience managing complex work and leave programs;
- Be able to provide excellent customer service and guidance on human resource policies, initiatives and programs;
- Be efficiency-focused with an emphasis on the ability to multi-task, successfully manage competing and demanding tasks and communicate with clarity.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AFTER THE JOB POSTING CLOSES. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY:
- An electronic application through www.kingcounty.gov/jobs or www.governmentjobs.com (use the "Apply" link) including work history and position duties.
- Responses to supplemental questions.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Please do not copy and paste your entire resume, or copy and paste your entire job history, as your answers to the supplemental questions as these will be considered incomplete.
You may attach multiple documents if you wish into the resume section of the application.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the standard information in the application. Providing information only in a resume will not be considered a complete application.
Your application materials must validate your answers to the supplemental questions. If your answers cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the process.
If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
UNIONMEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117, Professional, Technical and Administration (P/T/A) bargaining unit.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position will work a 40-hour work week and is overtime eligible(provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act). Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
WORK LOCATION: WORK LOCATION: The work associated with this position will be performed through a hybrid work model that will require both onsite and remote work. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is
subject to change.
The primary onsite work location for this position is the King County Courthouse at 516 3rd Avenue, E 245, Seattle WA 98104. However, candidates must be willing and able to report to work at different secured detention facilities in Seattle and Kent.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and, when working remotely, must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Questions regarding this announcement or position maybe directed to: Jaclyn Smith, DAJD Sr. Human Resources Analyst at Phone Number: 206-263-3379 or via email at [email protected]
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is a hiring requirement that all staff employed by DAJD successfully pass a thorough background investigations process, which includes fingerprinting, criminal history check, reference checks, and other tests as deemed necessary.
COMMITMENTTOEQUITYANDSOCIALJUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all-in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
To learn more, please visit the King County Equity &Social Justice website.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
KING COUNTY EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Benefits
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff
03
Although the primary focus of this position is leave management, responsibilities may also include broader HR tasks as needed, such as recruiting, employee engagement, labor relations and more. Please indicate what type of experience you have.
- Recruiting
- Labor Relations
- Employee Engagement
- Other
If you selected "other" in the question above, please explain what that other HR experience encompasses.
05
On order to be considered for this opportunity, the following items are REQUIRED: 1. An electronic application through www.kingcount.gov/jobs or www.governmentjobs.com (use the "Apply" link) including work history and position duties. 2. Responses to supplemental questions. 3. Resume 4. Cover Letter I attest that I have attached all the required documents.
- Yes
- No
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is firmly committed to a drug-free workplace. Employees of the department are prohibited from using illegal drugs. Should you be hired by the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention, you acknowledge that you will adhere to the department's policies and rules regarding drug use.
- Yes
- No
All candidates for employment with DAJD must undergo a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an investigation for criminal activity, traffic records, conviction records, employment and education history, character and reputation in the community, etc. Selected positions may also require, psychological testing and evaluation, and a pre-employment general medical physical. Applicants may be rejected for criminal behavior, drug use, or any indications in the areas listed in the "Background Investigation Screening" questionnaire. Are you willing to undergo a background investigation process as described above?
- Yes
- No
PLEASE NOTE: A "yes" response to any of the remaining questions may automatically disqualify you from further consideration. Responses will be confirmed and verified in the course of the department's background investigation process. Do you understand that a "yes" response to the remaining questions may automatically disqualify you from further consideration.
- Yes
- No
n the last 3 years, have you bought, sold, offered to sell, possessed, transported, manufactured, delivered or possess with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance?
- Cocaine or crack
- Club drugs - Ecstasy, Ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol or MOMA
- Hallucinogens - PCP, Angel dust, Wet, Phencyclidine, LSD, Mushrooms or Psilocybin
- Opiates - Opium, Morphine or Heroin
- Stimulants - Methamphetamines, Crank, Crystal, Ice, Speed, Glass or Amphetamine
- Aerosols - Huffing paint or Nitrous Oxide (Whippits), or Khat
- Yes
- No
In the last 3 years, have you illegally used any other controlled substance or other illegal drugs/narcotics? For purposes of this question, illegal drugs/narcotics/controlled substances include, but is not limited to, the following: Cocaine or Crack
- Club drugs: Ecstasy, Ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol, or MOMA
- Hallucinogens: PCP, Angel dust, Wet, Phencyclidine, LSD, Mushrooms or Psilocybin
- Opiates: Opium, Morphine or Heroin
- Stimulants: Methamphetamines, Crank, Crystal, Ice, Speed, Glass or Amphetamine
- Aerosols: Huffing paint, Nitrous Oxide (Whippits), or Khat
- Yes
- No
In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of Driving Under the Influence (alcohol or drugs)?
- Yes
- No
In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of a domestic violence or a domestic violence-related crime?
- Yes
- No
Have you ever been disciplined in the workplace for sexual, racial, or other harassment or discrimination?
- Yes
- No
Have you undergone the background investigation process for employment with the King County Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention within the last two years?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please specify the approximate date(s) and position(s) for which you previously went through the department's background process.
Required Question
Employer King County
Address King Street Center
201 South Jackson Street
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Phone 206-477-3404
Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/
Salary
$92,019.20 - $116,646.40 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2025JS23993
Department
DAJD-Adult/Juvenile Detention
Division
Administrative Services
Opening Date
02/20/2025
Closing Date
3/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
F3A : L117-P&T
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is seeking an experienced Human Resource professional to join the team as a Human Resource Analyst! This role will support employees as well as advise senior and executive level management on complex human resource issues, initiatives and policies, as well as manage complex work and leave programs. While the primary focus of the Human Resource Analyst role is leave management, responsibilities may also include broader HR tasks as needed, such as recruiting, employee engagement, labor relations, and more.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention is striving to provide in custody and community-based services that are data informed, advance safety, lead system change and promote equitable outcomes for the people we serve. The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is a professional and nationally recognized organization that supports safe, vibrant, and healthy communities in partnership with other criminal justice and human service agencies.
This recruitment will create an eligibility list which may be used to fill future Career Service, Term Limited Temporary or Special Duty Assignment Talent Acquisition Specialist (HR Analyst) vacancies within the next 12 months.
Job Duties
The job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AFTER THE JOB POSTING CLOSES. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY:
Please do not copy and paste your entire resume, or copy and paste your entire job history, as your answers to the supplemental questions as these will be considered incomplete.
You may attach multiple documents if you wish into the resume section of the application.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the standard information in the application. Providing information only in a resume will not be considered a complete application.
Your application materials must validate your answers to the supplemental questions. If your answers cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the process.
If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
UNIONMEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117, Professional, Technical and Administration (P/T/A) bargaining unit.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position will work a 40-hour work week and is overtime eligible(provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act). Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
WORK LOCATION: WORK LOCATION: The work associated with this position will be performed through a hybrid work model that will require both onsite and remote work. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is
subject to change.
The primary onsite work location for this position is the King County Courthouse at 516 3rd Avenue, E 245, Seattle WA 98104. However, candidates must be willing and able to report to work at different secured detention facilities in Seattle and Kent.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and, when working remotely, must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Questions regarding this announcement or position maybe directed to: Jaclyn Smith, DAJD Sr. Human Resources Analyst at Phone Number: 206-263-3379 or via email at [email protected]
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is a hiring requirement that all staff employed by DAJD successfully pass a thorough background investigations process, which includes fingerprinting, criminal history check, reference checks, and other tests as deemed necessary.
COMMITMENTTOEQUITYANDSOCIALJUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all-in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
To learn more, please visit the King County Equity &Social Justice website.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
KING COUNTY EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Benefits
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff
03
Although the primary focus of this position is leave management, responsibilities may also include broader HR tasks as needed, such as recruiting, employee engagement, labor relations and more. Please indicate what type of experience you have.
If you selected "other" in the question above, please explain what that other HR experience encompasses.
05
On order to be considered for this opportunity, the following items are REQUIRED: 1. An electronic application through www.kingcount.gov/jobs or www.governmentjobs.com (use the "Apply" link) including work history and position duties. 2. Responses to supplemental questions. 3. Resume 4. Cover Letter I attest that I have attached all the required documents.
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is firmly committed to a drug-free workplace. Employees of the department are prohibited from using illegal drugs. Should you be hired by the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention, you acknowledge that you will adhere to the department's policies and rules regarding drug use.
All candidates for employment with DAJD must undergo a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an investigation for criminal activity, traffic records, conviction records, employment and education history, character and reputation in the community, etc. Selected positions may also require, psychological testing and evaluation, and a pre-employment general medical physical. Applicants may be rejected for criminal behavior, drug use, or any indications in the areas listed in the "Background Investigation Screening" questionnaire. Are you willing to undergo a background investigation process as described above?
PLEASE NOTE: A "yes" response to any of the remaining questions may automatically disqualify you from further consideration. Responses will be confirmed and verified in the course of the department's background investigation process. Do you understand that a "yes" response to the remaining questions may automatically disqualify you from further consideration.
n the last 3 years, have you bought, sold, offered to sell, possessed, transported, manufactured, delivered or possess with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance?
In the last 3 years, have you illegally used any other controlled substance or other illegal drugs/narcotics? For purposes of this question, illegal drugs/narcotics/controlled substances include, but is not limited to, the following: Cocaine or Crack
In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of Driving Under the Influence (alcohol or drugs)?
In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of a domestic violence or a domestic violence-related crime?
Have you ever been disciplined in the workplace for sexual, racial, or other harassment or discrimination?
Have you undergone the background investigation process for employment with the King County Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention within the last two years?
If yes, please specify the approximate date(s) and position(s) for which you previously went through the department's background process.
Required Question
Employer King County
Address King Street Center
201 South Jackson Street
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Phone 206-477-3404
Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/
$92,019.20 - $116,646.40 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2025JS23993
Department
DAJD-Adult/Juvenile Detention
Division
Administrative Services
Opening Date
02/20/2025
Closing Date
3/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
F3A : L117-P&T
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is seeking an experienced Human Resource professional to join the team as a Human Resource Analyst! This role will support employees as well as advise senior and executive level management on complex human resource issues, initiatives and policies, as well as manage complex work and leave programs. While the primary focus of the Human Resource Analyst role is leave management, responsibilities may also include broader HR tasks as needed, such as recruiting, employee engagement, labor relations, and more.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention is striving to provide in custody and community-based services that are data informed, advance safety, lead system change and promote equitable outcomes for the people we serve. The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is a professional and nationally recognized organization that supports safe, vibrant, and healthy communities in partnership with other criminal justice and human service agencies.
This recruitment will create an eligibility list which may be used to fill future Career Service, Term Limited Temporary or Special Duty Assignment Talent Acquisition Specialist (HR Analyst) vacancies within the next 12 months.
Job Duties
The job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required.
- Engage with and support employees, department managers and supervisors by providing guidance and interpretation of employment law and human resource practices.
- Developandimplementtrainingstodepartmentmanagersandsupervisorsonhumanresourcetopics.
- Process employee leaves and facilitate the interactive process, including the processing of employee's return to work, collaborating with King County Safety and Claims and Disability Services, as well as other agencies on leave management issues, including but not limited to, coordinating reasonable accommodations and ensuring ADA compliance.
- Create and implement department programs that support County-wide initiatives; including equity and social justice, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and employee development.
- Serveasthedepartmentrepresentativeinhearings,arbitrationsandlitigation.
- Assigned other duties within the scope and level of responsibility.
- Have a strong grounding in daily human resource functions with a proven track record of successfully managing leave programs, developing and implementing strategic initiatives and policies OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the scope of the job duties;
- Have a track record of advising senior and executive-level management on complex human resource issues, initiatives and policies;
- Have experience managing complex work and leave programs;
- Be able to provide excellent customer service and guidance on human resource policies, initiatives and programs;
- Be efficiency-focused with an emphasis on the ability to multi-task, successfully manage competing and demanding tasks and communicate with clarity.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AFTER THE JOB POSTING CLOSES. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY:
- An electronic application through www.kingcounty.gov/jobs or www.governmentjobs.com (use the "Apply" link) including work history and position duties.
- Responses to supplemental questions.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Please do not copy and paste your entire resume, or copy and paste your entire job history, as your answers to the supplemental questions as these will be considered incomplete.
You may attach multiple documents if you wish into the resume section of the application.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the standard information in the application. Providing information only in a resume will not be considered a complete application.
Your application materials must validate your answers to the supplemental questions. If your answers cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the process.
If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
UNIONMEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117, Professional, Technical and Administration (P/T/A) bargaining unit.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position will work a 40-hour work week and is overtime eligible(provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act). Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
WORK LOCATION: WORK LOCATION: The work associated with this position will be performed through a hybrid work model that will require both onsite and remote work. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is
subject to change.
The primary onsite work location for this position is the King County Courthouse at 516 3rd Avenue, E 245, Seattle WA 98104. However, candidates must be willing and able to report to work at different secured detention facilities in Seattle and Kent.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and, when working remotely, must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Questions regarding this announcement or position maybe directed to: Jaclyn Smith, DAJD Sr. Human Resources Analyst at Phone Number: 206-263-3379 or via email at [email protected]
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is a hiring requirement that all staff employed by DAJD successfully pass a thorough background investigations process, which includes fingerprinting, criminal history check, reference checks, and other tests as deemed necessary.
COMMITMENTTOEQUITYANDSOCIALJUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all-in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
To learn more, please visit the King County Equity &Social Justice website.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
KING COUNTY EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Benefits
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff
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Although the primary focus of this position is leave management, responsibilities may also include broader HR tasks as needed, such as recruiting, employee engagement, labor relations and more. Please indicate what type of experience you have.
- Recruiting
- Labor Relations
- Employee Engagement
- Other
If you selected "other" in the question above, please explain what that other HR experience encompasses.
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On order to be considered for this opportunity, the following items are REQUIRED: 1. An electronic application through www.kingcount.gov/jobs or www.governmentjobs.com (use the "Apply" link) including work history and position duties. 2. Responses to supplemental questions. 3. Resume 4. Cover Letter I attest that I have attached all the required documents.
- Yes
- No
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is firmly committed to a drug-free workplace. Employees of the department are prohibited from using illegal drugs. Should you be hired by the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention, you acknowledge that you will adhere to the department's policies and rules regarding drug use.
- Yes
- No
All candidates for employment with DAJD must undergo a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an investigation for criminal activity, traffic records, conviction records, employment and education history, character and reputation in the community, etc. Selected positions may also require, psychological testing and evaluation, and a pre-employment general medical physical. Applicants may be rejected for criminal behavior, drug use, or any indications in the areas listed in the "Background Investigation Screening" questionnaire. Are you willing to undergo a background investigation process as described above?
- Yes
- No
PLEASE NOTE: A "yes" response to any of the remaining questions may automatically disqualify you from further consideration. Responses will be confirmed and verified in the course of the department's background investigation process. Do you understand that a "yes" response to the remaining questions may automatically disqualify you from further consideration.
- Yes
- No
n the last 3 years, have you bought, sold, offered to sell, possessed, transported, manufactured, delivered or possess with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance?
- Cocaine or crack
- Club drugs - Ecstasy, Ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol or MOMA
- Hallucinogens - PCP, Angel dust, Wet, Phencyclidine, LSD, Mushrooms or Psilocybin
- Opiates - Opium, Morphine or Heroin
- Stimulants - Methamphetamines, Crank, Crystal, Ice, Speed, Glass or Amphetamine
- Aerosols - Huffing paint or Nitrous Oxide (Whippits), or Khat
- Yes
- No
In the last 3 years, have you illegally used any other controlled substance or other illegal drugs/narcotics? For purposes of this question, illegal drugs/narcotics/controlled substances include, but is not limited to, the following: Cocaine or Crack
- Club drugs: Ecstasy, Ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol, or MOMA
- Hallucinogens: PCP, Angel dust, Wet, Phencyclidine, LSD, Mushrooms or Psilocybin
- Opiates: Opium, Morphine or Heroin
- Stimulants: Methamphetamines, Crank, Crystal, Ice, Speed, Glass or Amphetamine
- Aerosols: Huffing paint, Nitrous Oxide (Whippits), or Khat
- Yes
- No
In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of Driving Under the Influence (alcohol or drugs)?
- Yes
- No
In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of a domestic violence or a domestic violence-related crime?
- Yes
- No
Have you ever been disciplined in the workplace for sexual, racial, or other harassment or discrimination?
- Yes
- No
Have you undergone the background investigation process for employment with the King County Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention within the last two years?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please specify the approximate date(s) and position(s) for which you previously went through the department's background process.
Required Question
Employer King County
Address King Street Center
201 South Jackson Street
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Phone 206-477-3404
Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/