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City of Kirkland - Temporary Human Resources Analyst (Policy) job in Kirkland

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Kirkland This position includes a full medical/dental/vision insurance benefit package for employee and dependents with 100% City-paid premiums. Salary range is $ 70977.69 to $ 91595.08 Per Year.
Employer:  City of Kirkland, Washington
Job category:  Human Resources
Employment type:  Temporary
Salary and benefits:  This position includes a full medical/dental/vision insurance benefit package for employee and dependents with 100% City-paid premiums. Salary range is $ 70977.69 to $ 91595.08 Per Year.

Location
County:  King
City:  Kirkland
Zip code:  98033
Map: 
Kirkland, WA 98033, USA (Show on map)

Description

Job Type

Full-Time Temporary

Salary

$ 70977.69 - $ 91595.08 Per Year

Department

Human Resources

Location

123 5th Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033, USA

Description

The Temporary Human Resources Analyst (Policy), will support the HR Director and the HR Policy Review Committee, in the creation of a new Personnel Policy Manual. This manual will serve as a single source of information, direction, training, and expectations for employees regarding citywide policies and procedures. Support provided by this position will include conducting legal and policy research, drafting policies and procedures, tracking input from the Committee, maintaining notes, incorporating input/revisions, and finalizing completed policies.

Work is characterized by professional level work in the research, development, implementation and administration of the Human Resources programs and activities. Work is performed independently under general direction from an assigned supervisor. Incumbent may provide work direction to technical or administrative staff, as needed. Incumbent makes decisions relating to policies, procedures and application of such procedures as it applies to City standards on a regular basis. New, unusual or unprecedented policy decisions are referred to upper management for resolution or decisions. Incumbent is responsible for conducting research and providing information, precedence and alternative solutions to upper management. Incumbent is frequently required to perform work in confidence and under pressure for deadlines. Incumbent is frequently involved in sensitive and emotional interpersonal relations requiring skill in gaining trust and confidence from others and remaining calm and composed.

This position is a Term-Limited Temporary position, projected to last from June 2021 through December 31, 2022.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conducts legal and policy research on behalf of the HR Director and the City Policy Review Committee.

2. Drafts and revises policies and procedures to meet current legal, best practices and industry standards.

3. Tracks and incorporates input/revisions from the City Policy Review Committee and other constituents.

4. Creates and finalizes policies and reports.

5. Coordinates the drafting, review, approval and dissemination processes for the new personnel policy manual.

6. Develops training documents and presentations related to areas of new/revised policies; presents policy information and training to managers, staff and union representatives as assigned.

7. Responds to questions and inquiries regarding the City policies and the work of the Policy Review Committee; provides documents and information as needed.

8. Performs other HR related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

  • Federal, state and local labor and employment laws applicable to Washington public sector employers
  • Policy trends for municipalities and government agencies
  • Human Resources best practices

Skilled in:

  • Oral and written communications to include written communications and reports
  • Interpersonal relations to effectively establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
  • Conflict management, mediation and resolution
  • Conducting research, compiling and analyzing data and recommending an effective course of action
  • Effectively management time, projects and multiple priorities to complete multiple tasks and projects and meet deadlines
  • Exercising confidentiality and discretion

Ability to:

  • Perform the essential duties of the position, with or without accommodations
  • Research, draft, obtain input, obtain approval, finalize personnel policies and procedures and provide training
  • Adjust to changes in priorities, deadlines and work assignments
  • Listen to, read, comprehend and explain complex laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and technical information to a diverse audience
  • Demonstrate tact, patience and courtesy at all times while on the job or performing within the scope of employment
  • Effectively use PCs and related software, electronic devices and office machinery and equipment

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration with emphasis on Human Resources, industrial/organizational psychology or related field; and

Experience: Two (2) years of responsible human resources experience at a professional level or four (4) years of progressively responsible human resources experience at a paraprofessional or technical level;

Or: In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual’s knowledge, skill and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • One year of HR Policy Administration or personnel policy development is highly preferred
  • Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) Professional Human Resources (PHR) Certification, or International Personnel Management Association for Human Resources (IPMA-HR) Certification is preferred
  • Public sector human resources experience is a plus

MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Typical office machinery and equipment including, but not limited to, personal computer/laptop and applicable software, telephone, headset, video camera, label maker, scanner, copier, printer, facsimile, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel to type or use a writing utensil; talk; and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a typical office environment in a fast-paced department with frequent interruptions from phone calls, staff, applicants, and inter-office activities; may be exposed to individuals who are upset or irate. May be required to travel to different sites and work late hours to conduct/attend meetings. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This is a Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime exempt position. A minimum of 40-hour workweek is expected. Additional work beyond 40 hours per workweek may be required to complete projects and meet deadlines.

Agency

City of Kirkland

Address

123 5th Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033, USA

How to Apply

Applications accepted at: https://ess.kirklandwa.gov/ESS/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=172&sreq=1&form=BASE&desc=TEMPORARY%20HUMAN%20RESOURCES%20ANALYST%20-%20POLICY

Benefits

The City offers the following benefits:

  • 100% City-paid Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee and dependents
  • Free near-site Employee Health Clinic
  • City paid Life Insurance
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) funded by the City, with additional contributions for meeting wellness criteria
  • PERS State retirement program
  • Municipal Employee Benefit Trust (MEBT) retirement program
  • ICMA Retirement Trust
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Holiday (12 days per year including one floating holiday)
  • Community Service Day (day off for community volunteer service)
  • Free on-site workout facility and locker rooms
  • Employee Assistance Program

Agency

City of Kirkland

Address

123 5th Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033, USA

How to Apply

Applications accepted at: https://ess.kirklandwa.gov/ESS/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=172&sreq=1&form=BASE&desc=TEMPORARY%20HUMAN%20RESOURCES%20ANALYST%20-%20POLICY

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