HR Manager

Build Something That Matters

Clallam County Fire District #3 serves the community in critical moments. This newly established HR Manager role provides a unique opportunity to shape the people function of an organization built on service, trust, and teamwork. This role goes beyond traditional HR. You’ll establish structure, ensure compliance, and help build a cohesive, connected culture across firefighters, leadership, Commissioners, and three unions.

• Build and lead the District’s HR function from the ground up
• Ensure compliance with Washington State employment laws
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, the Fire Chief, and Commissioners
• Foster strong relationships across three unions and administration
• Create clear HR policies, processes, and communications
• Establish HR as a trusted, approachable resource

• Employees confidently turn to HR
• Leadership has a reliable partner
• Union relationships are collaborative
• HR practices are consistent and compliant
• The organization operates as a unified team

• 5+ years HR experience with strong operational knowledge
• Knowledge of Washington State employment laws
• Ability to build trust and navigate sensitive situations
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Public sector or fire service experience
• Union experience
• HR certification (SHRM or HRCI)

The salary range for this position is $116,000–$143,000 annually, plus a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; $25,000 life insurance; retirement benefits; paid sick leave; generous vacation and holiday leave; bereavement leave; and professional development opportunities.

It is the policy of Clallam County Fire District 3 to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals. Clallam County Fire District 3 administers all employment practices in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Clallam County Fire District 3 does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its services, programs, activities, or employment practices, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ADA Amendments Act. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees will be provided upon request.