Senior Human Resource Consultant, Human Resources Consultant ; HRC

Senior Human Resource Consultant, Human Resources Consultant 4 (HRC4)

Recruitment #2026-2-5198

Full-time, Permanent, Non‑Represented position

Location:
Natural Resources Building - Olympia, WA

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered

Salary: $6,259.00 - $8,415.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment any time after 2/20/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference? The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Human Resources Division is seeking a Senior Human Resources Consultant to join our team and deliver impactful human resources support to our people. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, people‑centered environment that values innovation, supporting others to become successful, and fosters inclusivity, then this opportunity may be just for you!

Protecting Washington State's natural resources for current and future generations is what we do every day. At DNR, we believe there is not just one path to success; we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there is a place for you here.

As a Senior Human Resources Consultant (HRC4), you will report to the Human Resources Personnel Operations Manager, and serve as a strategic advisor providing expert guidance to appointing authorities, managers, and employees on complex human resources matters such as employee performance management consultation and training, facilitated discussions for team improvement and collaboration, collective bargaining agreement interpretation, organizational planning, employee separation and layoff guidance, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts within assigned divisions and regions.

In collaboration with other HRD consultants, the HRC4 supports managers and employees through complaint investigations, organizational changes, HRMS reporting and personnel changes, protected leave of absence, and reasonable accommodation needs.

Operating within the framework of State and Federal regulations, agency policies and procedures, and applicable collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), the HRC4 collaborates across all levels of management, supervisors, and employees within the agency. This role also engages with payroll and financial departments, Workforce Culture and Development, HR service providers at State HR – OFM and other agencies, and the public to ensure seamless HR operations.

To be successful in this role, the incumbent must demonstrate strong communication skills, be an empathetic, active listener who can handle difficult conversations calmly, and solve complex employment‑related problems by utilizing critical thinking and strong analytical skills.

• Provide consultation on a variety of complex Human Resource matters, such as:
  • Employee Performance Management consultation, documentation, and compliance.
  • Organizational planning and compensation guidance in partnership with other HRD teams.
  • Employee and Labor Relations support, to include collective bargaining agreement interpretation.
  • Supporting employees and managers with protected leave of absence and reasonable accommodation.
  • Supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the assigned division and regions.
• Provide expert HR consultation and guidance to appointing authorities, managers, supervisors, and employees on complex and sensitive HR issues.
• Advise leadership on employee performance management, including corrective action, progressive discipline, documentation standards, and compliance requirements.
• Interpret and apply state and federal employment laws, agency policies, and collective bargaining agreements to support defensible employment decisions.
• Provide employee and labor relations consultation, including conducting grievance hearings and coordinating written responses.
• Support managers and employees with protected leave, reasonable accommodation, and related compliance obligations.
• Partner with HRD teams to provide coordinated consultation on organizational…