Human Resources Manager ; Term-Limited

Human Resources Manager I Term-Limited Temporary

This opportunity is open to current employees of the King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks. We are not accepting external applications at this time.

In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future internal Human Resources Manager I Term-Limited Temporary positions throughout the Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP) over the next 6 months.

Join a dynamic Human Resources team and play a vital role in enhancing our processes to impact the future growth of the Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) workforce. The team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and fostering a positive experience for the division and our customers.

King County Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) is seeking a term-limited Human Resources Manager I to join the Human Resources team! This HR Manager I will be a key member of the HR team and will oversee assigned HR Service Delivery functions in a growing organization. Reporting directly to the HR Manager II, you'll have the opportunity to blend strategic planning, HR data analytics and reporting, continuous process improvement, and quality control.

This recruitment aims to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position with an anticipated duration of up to 18 months.

This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work.

Come join a team that is collaborative, supportive, innovative, and open to ideas for constantly providing more value to the organization! The HR team is comprised of highly skilled contributors supporting a high-volume and fast-paced organization. The team focuses on efficiency and providing top-notch HR service for our division but still recognizes and prioritizes a healthy work-life balance for the team.

The Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) is at the forefront of King County's efforts to protect and restore clean water and healthy habitat and strengthen the resilience of communities, environment, and infrastructure in the face of climate change. We are a dedicated workforce of more than 450 supported by an annual budget of ~$280 million. WLRD has a strong track record of developing innovative strategies to protect working farms and forests, restore habitat, improve water quality, and provide county residents with equitable access to green space.

In two words, we are a watershed utility.

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Human Resources Manager I, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Water and Land Resources Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

• Serve as the senior advisor to address a full range of complex human resource matters as they relate to the diverse group of individuals at WLRD.
• Support the advancement of WLRD's equity, racial, and social justice principles and practices and its alignment to the division's ESJ Action plan and the County's ESJ Strategic Plan.
• Manage multiple assigned HR services and programs that focus on talent acquisition, outreach and pipeline development, employee relations issues, investigations, and performance management to ensure efficient and effective operations of policies, processes, and systems.
• Develop and maintain the WLRD HR dashboards and recurring reporting, including workforce demographics and key metrics that inform leadership decisions and support equity analysis.
• Drive innovative HR improvements within the division by leading continuous improvement initiatives to align with WLRD's strategic goals and…