The Arc of King County Looking for Human Resources Manager at Renton, WA Full Time

Human Resources Manager

The Arc of King County’s mission is to further the civil rights movement for all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities to thrive as equal, valued, and active members of the community.

The Arc of King County serves all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan: from prenatal diagnosis through end-of-life care. Our programs include: Information and Family Support for individuals with IDD, and their parents, guardians, siblings, and community; Supported Living Services for adults living in the community; Representative Payee for individuals needing financial management assistance; Homelessness Prevention for families at-risk of losing their housing; and Advocacy for people with developmental disabilities, family members, and community allies seeking to make our community more systemically equitable for all people. We promote and protect the human and civil rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, actively supporting their full inclusion so that they can live, learn, work, and play in the community – making the world a better place for us all.

For more information about the organization, visit our website at https://arcofkingcounty.org/.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Human Resources Manager is a full-time, exempt position responsible for overseeing, maintaining, and enhancing all aspects of The Arc of King
County’s Human Resources Department.

ORGANIZATIONAL REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Department: Human Resources

Supervisor: Executive Director

Key Relationships: Senior Management Team, Staff

Supervisory Responsibility: Human Resources Assistant, Office Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

The Human Resources Manager is accountable for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resources and benefits management of the agency. The position requires both day-to-day HR processes and higher-level labor relations and risk management duties.

This position will collaboratively work with the Directors of each department of the agency to: recruit, hire, and onboard new employees; assist with all entry/exit functions; supervise and manage employee relations; assist with tracking of employee certificates and training; ensure policy implementation; manage benefits administration; and maintain complete employee records.

This position will also work closely with the Finance team to ensure timely and accurate payroll, timesheet tracking, and completion of the agency annual cost report. Integrity, strong attention to detail, and the ability to get along well with others are crucial characteristics for this role. Knowledge of Pay NW or other payroll/HRIS systems for HR management is highly preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain orderly and complete employee records.
• Oversee and ensure up to date DSHS criminal background checks for employees, contractors, and volunteers.
• Supervise and monitor all employee onboarding/offboarding functions.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends to improve agency HR information systems as the needs of the agency change.
• Maintain sufficient knowledge of employment law to ensure agency compliance with all Federal, State and Local employment laws.
• Utilize third-party HR consultation as needed to ensure legal compliance and risk management.
• Prepare employees for their best work by supporting orientation and training programs, helping to resolve problems, assisting with equity and cultural responsiveness issues, and supporting employees to obtain professional development.
• Maintain relationships with HR-related vendors including negotiating benefit plans, retirement plans and applicable costs and rates.
• Create and distribute benefits and other employee-related programs information and manage onboarding/offboarding functions for employee benefits, retirement, and compensation packages; ensure all benefits information is up to date in agency database systems.
• Communicate with internal staff and external partners to maximize employee understanding of pay and benefits offered by the organization.
• Assist Directors and Supervisors to conduct employee reviews as needed; update job requirements and job descriptions for all positions; track employee training; and create reports related to agency contract requirements.
• Help establish recruiting, testing, and interviewing strategies for supervisors, provide counseling on candidate selection as needed; conduct, and analyze exit interviews; recommend changes to reduce staff turnover and enhance employee satisfaction.
• Oversee Human Resources Information System (HRIS) set up and use.
• Assist the Executive Director to develop, update and maintain personnel policies and practices; update policy manuals and employee handbook as needed and communicate any changes to employees.
• Ensure organizational processes that support consistent implementation of policies in the employee handbook.
• Receive employee complaints and act accordingly to resolve them in collaboration with agency Directors and Executive Director.
• Collaborate with Finance team to ensure accurate and timely payroll and benefits information is collected and provided to related benefits partners and employees.
• Assist Finance team with special reports and various projects related to payroll and benefits administration as needed.
• Conduct and document investigations into employee complaints, and collaborate with agency Directors and Executive Director as appropriate.
• Must be able to manage conflict in employment situations.
• Hire, train, delegate responsibilities to, and supervise HR Assistant.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma with related post-secondary training is acceptable but a college degree in a Human Resources related field is preferred, from a recognized, accredited college or university.
• At least 5 years in a human resources and benefits coordination role(preferably in a non-profit organization).
• Human Resource SHRM or HRCI certification.

Experience using Pay NW for payroll and HRIS is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse economic, ethnic, and social backgrounds.
• Commitment to agency mission.
• Ability to use remote systems.

OR

any combination of education, experience and measurable performance which demonstrates the capability to perform the duties of this position.

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must have pragmatic problem-solving skills.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication, conflict- resolution, and organizational skills.
• Must have ability to articulate agency policies to employees.
• Must have solid commitment to customer service and employee service.
• Proficiency in computer systems and knowledge of human resources information systems including Pay NW.
• Knowledge of health benefits programs, sick pay (Seattle), and retirement planning.
• Ability to work flexible hours and days.
• Must pass DSHS criminal background check.
• Experience with DSHS Supported Living Programs preferred but not required.

OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this employee or job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SALARY/BENEFITS

• This is an exempt salaried position.
• This position is eligible for The Arc’s employee benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(K), EAP, Orca card, and more.
• Initially this position will be on-site, but a hybrid arrangement is possible.
• Starting salary $73,000-$83,000 DOE.

The Arc of King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. BIPOC and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to

apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,000.00 – $83,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
The Arc requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Renton, WA 98057: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Human resources: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Professional In Human Resources (Preferred)

Work Location: One location