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Human Resources Analyst
City of Tacoma
Human Resources
Location
Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764
Salary
$40.43 - $49.16
per hour
Type
Full Time
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January 21, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves helping the City of Tacoma hire great employees and handle workplace issues like conflicts and performance problems to keep the team running smoothly.
You'll work with managers and staff to build a positive environment while following rules in a union setting.
It's a good fit for someone with a few years in HR who enjoys people-focused work and wants to make a difference in a public city role.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, public administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Two to four years of professional HR experience in employee relations or recruitment
- Knowledge of recruiting practices and employee relations in a unionized environment
- Skills in performance management, conflict resolution, and progressive discipline
- Ability to conduct workplace investigations and ensure compliance with employment laws
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Applicant Tracking Systems like NeoGov
- HR-related certifications (desired); WA driver's license and background check may be required depending on assignment
Full Job Description
Join the City of Tacoma as a Human Resources Analyst – Employee Relations & Recruitment!
Are you passionate about leveraging your expertise in both employee relations and recruitment to make a meaningful impact? If so, consider joining the City of Tacoma’s Talent Solutions team!
In this role, you will play a vital part in attracting top talent while fostering a positive and compliant workplace culture.
Your work will help shape the future of our diverse and dynamic city by supporting employees, managers, and the community through strategic recruitment efforts and effective employee relations guidance.
As a Human Resources Analyst on our Talent Solutions team, you will play a key role in both employee relations and recruitment, ensuring we attract top talent while fostering a positive and compliant workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise on Employee Relations Matters: Provide expert guidance to management and employees on performance management, conflict resolution, and progressive discipline
- Lead Recruitment Efforts: Partner with hiring managers to develop and execute strategic recruitment plans, leveraging sourcing techniques to attract top-tier candidates.
- Conduct Workplace Investigations: Investigate workplace concerns, ensuring compliance with policies and employment laws while recommending appropriate actions.
- Foster a Positive Work Environment: Support initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall workplace culture.
- Ensure Compliance and Best Practices: Develop and administer hiring assessments, maintain compliance with employment laws, and support HR initiatives in a unionized environment.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS**- Bachelor's Degree in human resources, business, public administration or a related field, AND
Proven knowledge of principles and practices related to recruiting top talent and implementing effective employee relations programs in a unionized environment
Proven skills in coaching/consulting, performance management, conflict resolution, union progressive discipline, relationship building, and sourcing passive talent
Strong business and HR acumen, including the ability to influence leadership on HR practices
Competency using Microsoft Suite and Applicant Tracking System preferably NeoGov
Developing and administering written, oral, physical, performance and other appropriate examinations for employment
- Depending upon assignment a WA driver's license may be required
- Individuals may have to pass a background check depending upon assignment
- Human Resources related certifications are desired
Two to four years professional human resource experience related to area of assignment.
** Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of educationNOTE: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it!
Preferred QualificationsAdditional Information
A Commitment to Equity & Diversity
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.
The CommunityTacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.
Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country.
The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area.
Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.
With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!
View this exciting video to learn more about the City of Tacoma:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI
To ApplyInterested individuals must apply online and meet the minimum qualifications to progress the examination step in the process.
Examination Process:This is a competitive selection process.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to the supplemental questions scored as the required Experience & Training (E&T) test.
Applicants must receive a passing score (70% or better) to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration.
The eligibility list established for this recruitment is generally good for one year.
Appointment is subject to successfully passing the background and reference checks. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and the Local 483. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.
Get Assistance
(NOTE: For questions regarding this specific recruitment contact Kat Flores, HR Analyst.)
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
For assistance with the NeoGov application process, or questions regarding this job announcement, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. (For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00am and 5:00pm Pacific Time.)Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Hourly Rate: $40.43- $49.16
Annual Salary: $84,094.40 - $102,252.80
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