HR Analyst

Full Job Description

This recruitment will be used to fill 1 Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position. The TLT/SDA is anticipated to end January 2027, with the possibility of extension.

King County - Department of Local Services is looking for detail oriented, customer-focused HR Analyst to join our “rock star” team. We are looking for strong candidates who will provide full-cycle recruitment services and leave management for the Department of Local Services.

The focus of this position will be recruiting and executing innovative strategies to source applicants; manage the candidate relationship for competitive diverse candidates for our department. In this position you will work with employees and managers on management of leaves.

The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional who integrates equity, racial, and social justice into all aspects of their work.

They have proven expertise in full-cycle recruitment, from developing inclusive hiring strategies to training managers in equitable selection practices.

Skilled in managing protected leaves, they ensure compliance, accuracy, and clear communication with employees and management.

They are collaborative, politically savvy, and adept at balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication, sound judgment, and discretion are essential strengths.

Technologically proficient in applicant tracking systems, human management software, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office, they leverage tools to enhance efficiency.

Commitment to fairness and continuous improvement round out their qualifications.

Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social JusticeThe Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering Equity, Racial and Social Justice in every aspect of our work.

Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve.

Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases.

We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and were main steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike.

Requirements

Applying equity, racial, and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

• Manage and perform full-cycle recruitment processes for a variety of positions. Partner with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to identify position requirements and understand hiring needs.
• Engage with and source applicants. Leverage and optimize all available tools including internal and external networks, social media, job boards, direct sourcing, community contacts, and personal networking events. Manage the candidate relationship from beginning to end.
• Promote King County as an Employer of Choice. Generate diverse applicant pools in support of Equity and Social Justice Goals through outreach and sourcing.
• Developing and administering competency and merit-based selection materials including recruitment plans, job announcements, job-related exams, interview questions, and related rating criteria.
• Establish priorities for managing your work while staying on a focused, efficient path toward achieving results.
• Optimizing the recruitment processes by contributing innovative ideas recommending efficiencies.
• Update PeopleSoft HCM and other software programs by managing data, creating reports, and solving moderate to complex technical problems related to the systems.
• Provide information, advice, and consultation on leaves to employees and supervisors and administer FMLA and other leave benefits by reviewing and approving leave requests, ensuring approvals and denials comply with Federal, State, and County laws and policies.
• Establishing relationships with both hiring supervisors and candidates to be a trusted advisor delivering outstanding customer service throughout the hiring process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Values

Qualifications

Additional Information

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in a 15-minute phone interview the week of February 16, 2026,

If selected to move forward after the phone interview, you will be invited for a virtual interview in the week of February 23, 2026.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants and may be used to fill current and or/future career service, term-limited temporary, short-term temporary, and or/special duty positions over the next six months.

Forms and Materials: A completed King County Application is required. A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your background and describing how you meet or exceed the required qualifications, knowledge, skills, and experience listed in this job announcement is also required.

Selection Process: Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness.

Minimum qualifications and answers to supplemental questions must be demonstrated in your application materials. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.

Reference checks and file reviews will be conducted.

For interviewing tips, please see the STAR-LA method: star-la_interview_method.pdf

WORK SCHEDULE:

The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standard Act and is eligible for overtime pay, with prior supervisor approval.

EMERGENCY DESIGNATION STATUS:

Non-Mission Critical - Employees who staff county functions or services that may be delayed, suspended, or diverted in an emergency while essential functions are prioritized Mission Critical.

Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather.

For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

This position is non-represented.

TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT:
We will work in the office at least three days a week to foster connection and responsiveness, arrive prepared and on time, and structure meetings with clear goals and next steps.

Work Location:

The employee will report to work at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson, Seattle, WA 98104) and Renton Maintenance Facility (155 Monroe Ave NE, Renton, WA 98056).

To learn more about the Department of Local Services, please visit our website at: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/local-services

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King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) EmployerNo person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply:If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Sonali Sharma, HR Analyst, by email at sonsharma@kingcounty.gov, or by phone at (206)492-6237.