Senior Human Resource Analyst

Full Job Description

This recruitment will be used to fill a Career Service position and to create an eligibility pool to fill vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months.

The King County Department of Public Defense (DPD) is looking for a dynamic Senior Human Resource Analyst (SHRA) who is ready to jump in, make an impact, and grow with a high-performing HR team.

Reporting to the Human Resource Manager (HRM), this senior-level role serves as a strategic HR Generalist with a strong focus on process improvement and HR data analytics, and in partnership with the HRM and DPD Management will support the Public Defense Attorney Recruitment Strategy.

The SHRA will play a key part in advancing HR innovation, supporting the Human Resource Manager in developing and implementing forward-thinking HR process improvements.

Working side by side with HR colleagues and DPD management, the SHRA will dive into existing workflows, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend practical, equity-centered and HR data-driven solutions that streamline operations.

All initiatives will align with DPD’s mission and be consistent with King County’s Department of Human Resources overarching policies, processes, and procedures.

DPD is a department united by our dedication to the shared mission of ensuring high quality representation for King County’s most vulnerable residents.

We are a highly skilled, collaborative department with a deep commitment to public service.

Our ideal candidate has a growth mindset, takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service, and performs well in a diverse, high-volume, fast-paced environment.

The Department’s Mission Statement

The King County Department of Public Defense represents indigent adults and children facing a loss of liberty. Our department is an independent voice that promotes fairness and equity for our clients and advocates for their objectives, interests, and dignity.

DPD provides high quality legal representation to indigent clients in felonies, misdemeanors, juvenile defense, family defense (dependency cases), involuntary commitment (mental illness), and sex offender commitment proceedings.

DPD advocates to reduce the harm and reach of the criminal and civil legal systems that restrict our clients’ liberty, and advances policy reforms to reduce systemic racism.

We strive to create a flexible workplace culture that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive, premised on a shared anti-oppression framework. To learn more about DPD, visit our website.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Support the overhaul and optimization of HR processes, and incorporate Equity and Social Justice fundamentals, including recruitment and selection processes and workflows.
• Create a change management plan to support the successful adoption and implementation of HR processes across the department and provide consultation and coaching to managers and applicable staff on process changes.
• Manage the employee exit survey process, track engagement, and assist in analyzing feedback to guide process improvements.
• Mentor HR team members, assign tasks, monitor progress, and conduct workload reviews.
• Serve as a resource to management and staff on classification, compensation, and compliance with county code, policies, and union agreements.
• Analyze and interpret HR and recruitment data and assist in developing metrics, dashboards, and reports that support data-driven decision-making.
• Specialize in identifying and attracting top attorney talent who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through innovative and targeted recruitment strategies.
• Represent the Department of Public Defense at job fairs and community events to build relationships with the community and prospective applicants and may include travel to these events.
• Identify and develop partnerships with local schools and community partners to promote DPD as a top employer.
• Support and perform full-cycle recruitment and selection processes for attorneys, and other roles as needed, and positively amplify the candidate experience.
• Support other HR functions and workflows as needed/required.

Other:

• Act as a subject matter expert in the efficient use and maintenance of information in the applicant tracking system (NEOGOV). Assist and/or conduct training on system functionality to build proficiency with the Department of Public Defense.
• Utilize software tools like Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Peoplesoft to create, manage, and maintain documents, spreadsheets, and selection processes.
• Manage the Bi-Annual Jail Renewal Process
• Manage the Annual Merit Process
• Support the Human Resource Manager in other areas as assigned.

*The Department reserves the right to update, change, and assign additional duties in support of DPD’s mission.*

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 4 or more years of progressive experience in Human Resource service delivery with an emphasis on recruitment and HR data analysis, OR any equivalent combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform all the essential duties of the position.
• Have a valid Washington State Driver's License and/or have the ability to travel to required destinations around King County in a timely manner.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working with and recruiting attorneys.
• Experience working in a law firm, preferably a public defense office.
• Experience performing HR service delivery in a unionized environment.
• Proficiency in using HR software and applicant tracking systems (i.e., NEOGOV).
• Familiarity with using PeopleSoft Software.

Knowledge Of:

• Federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and experience in King County Performance Evaluation and Merit Pay Processes.
• Process improvement methods and creating processes to ensure efficient workflow.
• Recruiting methods and best practices, including attorney recruitment.
• Modern sourcing, social media marketing, and digital networking techniques.

Ability To:

• Work in a team environment, as a team leader and member, working collaboratively, building relationships, trust, and rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds and various organizational levels.
• Demonstrate organizational and time-management skills to proficiently manage multiple HR, recruitment, or organizational projects simultaneously, including planning, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.
• Use communication skills to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Manage ambiguity, operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.
• Take on new opportunities, challenges, and tasks with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Understand candidate motivators and manage candidate expectations.
• Positively present the Department of Public Defense and open roles to potential candidates.
• Stay up to date with new technological trends and Public Defense best recruitment practices.
• Have regular, reliable and predictable attendance to support timeliness and follow-through on work items.
• Travel to assigned locations as needed.

Additional Information

At King County, our work is guided by our True North and values. Our True North is what we aspire to: Making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive.

King County offers great benefits, including a pension plan, paid holidays, and a complimentary transit pass, plus training and education opportunities to promote growth and development. Our focus is to provide our employees with work-life balance.

This post reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

ARE YOU READY TO APPLY?
This opportunity to join DPD is open to all qualified applicants. Please apply at www.kingcounty.gov/careers.

To be considered for this role, submit the following documents:

• Completed King County application.
• A current/chronological resume.
• Cover letter detailing your background and what you can bring to the Department of Public Defense.

The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, the interview, references, and a personnel file review going back to the last three (3) years, and if applicable a background check.

You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience and attach the required documents to your application.

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 the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

If you have questions, please contact our recruiter, Corey Spruill, at cspruill@kingcounty.gov, or 206-492-6402.

Work Schedule and LocationThe Human Resource team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting.

The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location for this position is the Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle.

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.

The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.

Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

DPD maintains physical offices in the following locations:

• Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle
• Jefferson Street Building, 1401 East Jefferson, Seattle
• Meeker Street Building, 420 West Harrison Street, Kent

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). As an exempt employee, you are expected to work the hours necessary to satisfactorily perform your job and will not be eligible for overtime pay or compensatory time.

Rotations of work location and practice area and/or workflow are an essential function and can occur based on business need. You may be required to report to any of our Seattle and/or Kent locations.

DPD Policies
DPD Ethical Walls Policies and Procedures will apply to employees, such that if you work or have worked for one of DPD's divisions, you may be ineligible to work in another division.

Outside Work Policy for Administrative Staff will apply to employees, such that you must receive approval from your supervisor and Managing Attorney before being permitted to engage in outside employment for compensation or volunteer.

Union Membership
This position is not represented by a union.

Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence.

Are you ready to make a difference Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive.

We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity.

Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards.

We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.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.