Non-Perm Human Resource Consultant (HRC3) Labor Relations & Consulting
State of Washington
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Human Resource Consultant 2 – HR Operations | Non-Permanent
State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$5,011 - $6,735
per month
Type
Full-Time
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February 27, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves helping manage employee hiring, benefits, and payroll processes for a state transportation department, ensuring everything follows rules and gets done on time.
You'll work as part of a team, advising staff and employees on HR matters while handling paperwork for things like new hires and promotions.
It's a good fit for someone detail-oriented with HR experience who enjoys problem-solving and supporting people in a busy government setting.
Key Requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge of HR policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), and state/federal employment regulations
- Skill in interpreting and applying HR rules to ensure accurate personnel, payroll, and benefits processing
- Proficiency in HR information systems such as HRMS/SAP, ECM ILINX/Portal, Benefits 24/7, and Microsoft SharePoint
- Ability to analyze HR and payroll data to identify discrepancies, ensure compliance, and resolve issues
- Experience processing employee actions like appointments, new hires, promotions, transfers, and separations
- Strong problem-solving skills for payroll errors and benefits eligibility questions
- Excellent communication to act as a point of contact for regional staff, employees, and external agencies
Full Job Description
About WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence.
Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.
In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT Office of Human Resources and Safety (OHR&S) is currently seeking a Human Resource Consultant 2 (HRC2) that can work both independently and as a member of a professional and fast-paced human resources team.
The successful candidate will function as a generalist consultant responsible for ensuring employment and benefits actions are processed timely and accurately for all WSDOT employees.
This position will serve as consultant for assigned Regions providing research and guidance on issues requiring a range of possible solutions, ensuring compliance with rules, laws, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), and agency policy.
OHR&S contributes to the mission of the Agency by serving as a knowledgeable, approachable, and customer-focused resource for employees and management.
This position promotes a positive, growth-oriented learning environment as a member of the HR Operations team.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Human Resource Consultant 2 will:
- Interpret and apply HR rules, policies, procedures, regulations, and CBAs.
- Prepare and process appointment notifications, including benefits eligibility, for employee movement including new hires, promotions, transfers, separations, etc. and ensure quality of incoming and final documents.
- Work with Payroll for resolution of payroll errors; escalate complex issues to Operations Supervisor.
- Coordinate with peers to ensure processing deadlines are met.
- Exercise sound judgement within established precedents for salary placement, periodic increment, longevity step, and adjustment of services dates (part-time, rehires, seasonal, military seniority, and leave without pay).
- Act as a WSDOT point of contact for Regional HR staff, Payroll staff, WSDOT employees statewide, and Health Care Authority on all benefits questions related to eligibility, enrollment, processes, rules, and policies.
- Support employees completing new employee, PEBB, and DRS forms. Educate employees on resources available to them to determine their benefit choices.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- HR Policy & Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrated knowledge of human resource policies, procedures, CBAs, and relevant state and federal employment regulations. Skill in interpreting and applying HR rules and guidelines to ensure accurate personnel, payroll, and benefits processing.
- HR Systems & Data Management: Proficiency in using HR information systems such as HRMS/SAP, ECM ILINX/Portal or equivalent), Benefits 24/7, Microsoft SharePoint to enter, retrieve, and validate data accurately.
- Data Analysis & Problem Solving: Skill in analyzing HR and payroll data to identify discrepancies, ensure compliance, and resolve issues.
- Accuracy & Quality Assurance: Demonstrated ability to consistently prepare, review and enter personnel and benefits documents with precision.
- Customer Service & Consultation: Demonstrated ability to provide technical HR guidance and consult with employees, supervisors, payroll staff, and regional HR partners.
- Effective Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain complex HR processes and policies clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Training Experience: Demonstrated experience in training and coaching peers on HR processes, systems, and best practices.
- Adaptability & Flexibility: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Adjust effectively to shifting demands, policies and procedures.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues, contribute to shared team goals and support workload balance.
- Technical Software Skills: Proficiency in standard office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and keyboarding/data entry.
- Confidentiality & Professional Judgment: Commitment to safeguarding sensitive information and exercising sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential HR matters.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Employment Law Application: Knowledge of employment law and the ability to apply legal requirements and risk considerations to HR decision-making and personnel actions.
- Professional HR Certifications: PHR or equivalent certifications that demonstrate a commitment to professional HR field, standards, ethics, and best practices.
Important Notes
- This is a non-permanent opportunity, expected to last up to six (6) months.
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This team is mostly a remote team working throughout the state of Washington. This position offers remote work options and may be eligible for remote work up to 100%, per supervisor approval.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit, please visit www.uscis.gov
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.
For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-03765n in the subject line.
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