Human Resources Consultant ; Olympia HR Operations

Position: Human Resources Consultant 4 (Olympia) HR Operations
3. Human Resources Consultant 4 (Olympia) HR Operations# Human Resources Consultant 4 (Olympia) HR Operations
** State of Washington
** Olympia, WA## About DCYF  The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is dedicated to supporting children and   families by building resilience, improving health, and strengthening educational outcomes. DCYF partners with state   and local agencies, Tribes, and community organizations across Washington to provide services at the most critical   points in the lives of children and families, giving them the tools they need to succeed..##

The Opportunity  In this role, you will directly support DCYF’s mission to protect children and strengthen families by serving as a   trusted, expert-level HR consultant for an assigned region or functional area. You will independently advise managers   and employees on a wide range of complex HR matters, helping resolve sensitive issues with agency-wide impact. As a   key subject-matter expert, you will guide leaders in performance management, just cause principles, and progressive   discipline, while also providing specialized expertise in layoff processes, reversions, and rights of return.

This is   an opportunity to influence equitable, consistent HR practices and strengthen the workforce that serves Washington’s   children, youth, and families.## Some of what you will get to do
* Provide expert, legally sound HR consultation on performance management, investigations, disciplinary actions, leave, classification, and other complex HR issues.
* Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements, federal/state laws, civil service rules, and agency HR policies for managers and employees.
* Partner with Labor Relations to advise on grievances, participate in hearings, and draft or review grievance responses.
* Review and advise on employee conduct and performance matters, including investigations, corrective action, and disciplinary processes.
* Prepare disciplinary documents, support litigation/arbitration needs, and represent the agency in hearings related to disciplinary actions.
* Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to plan and assess recruitments, review interview materials, and guide managers through recruitment and selection compliance.
* Supervise HR Consultants by setting expectations, providing coaching, reviewing work, and conducting timely performance evaluations.
* Lead staffing actions by making hiring recommendations, interviewing candidates, and completing required background and reference checks.
* Plan, develop, and deliver HR-related training by assessing customer needs and collaborating with HR partners across key HR topics.
* Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development to HR staff to ensure skill growth, proficiency, and completion of required training.##

Required Qualifications
** Seven (7) years
** of experience and/or education, including:
* Experience in broad-based human resources work providing consultation and guidance on complex HR issues.
* Education with a major study in human resources, labor relations, organizational development, business, public administration, or social/behavioral sciences.
** AND
* ** The ability to take action to learn and grow.
* The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
** Demonstrated competency in:
*** HR consulting and advisement
* Labor relations and contract interpretation
* Investigations and disciplinary processes
* Analysis, problem-solving, and conflict resolution
* Written and verbal communication
* Customer service and business acumen
* Change leadership and organizational effectiveness
* Team leadership, coaching, and supervision
* Research, data analysis, and report preparation
* Confidentiality and professional judgment##

Preferred Qualifications
* SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or similar professional HR certification
* Experience using Neo Gov and HRMS
* Prior lead or supervisory experience  Complete your applicant profile on careers.wa.gov and attach the following documents:
* Current resume detailing experience and education.
* Letter of Interest.## Supplemental Information  DCYF is committed to Washington’s children and…