Human Resources Consultant 4 (HR Generalist)
State of Washington · United States
FULL TIME
Job Description
This recruitment will remain open until October 9, 2026 . The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on September 16, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible. Make a Difference: Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team! The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the Human Resources Consultant 4 position. This role is within the Executive Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office . We are an employer of choice! Here's why:
- Meaningful work : Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
- Impactful career : Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
- Small agency, big opportunities : Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion: OIC is committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment - by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes.
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
- Supportive work environment: We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
- Wellness programs: Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
- Work-life balance: Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
- Public service fulfillment: Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
- Training & Development: Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
- Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County): Save on commuting costs.
- And more! Explore our website for additional benefits:
- Serve as an expert HR advisor and strategic consultant to managers, supervisors, and employees on complex and sensitive human resource matters.
- Provide guidance and recommendations on employee relations, performance management, corrective and disciplinary actions, classification and compensation, employee development, labor relations, protected leave, and reasonable accommodation.
- Interpret and apply state and federal laws, administrative rules, agency policies, and collective bargaining agreements to resolve complex HR issues and recommend appropriate courses of action.
- Partner with agency leaders and HR colleagues to identify solutions, assess risks, mitigate bias, and promote equitable, inclusive, and effective workplace practices.
- Conduct confidential personnel investigations, including gathering and analyzing information, conducting interviews, and preparing fact-finding reports and recommendations.
- Support labor relations activities, including reviewing grievances, preparing responses, coordinating related processes, and collaborating with Labor Negotiators and assigned Assistant Attorney General as needed.
- Represent the agency, as delegated, in grievance and classification appeal hearings.
- Serve as a backup HR consultant by providing expert support for FMLA, PFML, shared leave, parental leave, pregnancy disability leave, and other protected leave programs.
- Provide consultation and support for the agency's reasonable accommodation process, helping employees and managers navigate requirements and identify effective solutions.
- Advise managers, supervisors, and agency leadership on classification and compensation matters, including position descriptions, salary offers, and related HR actions.
- Collaborate closely with the Human Resources Director and HR team to ensure consistency, accuracy, confidentiality, and high-quality HR services across the agency.
- Contribute HR expertise to agencywide strategic initiatives, committees, projects,research, and statewide HR activities as assigned.
- Seven (7) years of professional full-time broad-based senior consultant HR experience , including advising and consulting on a variety of human resource issues, including providing interpretation of HR related rules, laws, collective bargaining agreements and policies and procedures. Experience may include a combination of the following: labor relations; employee relations; performance management; organizational and employee development; classification and compensation; and FMLA / reasonable accommodation.
- Intermediate level skills with Microsoft Office Products (e.g. Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Current professional HR certification: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP and/or SHRM-SCP.
- 2 years' experience providing professional level HR consultation in a state or government environment.
- Experience providing professional level HR support in a unionized environment.
- This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
- Wage/salary depends on qualifications or state rules of compensation (if currently a state employee).
- State law (RCW 48.02.090 5 ) prohibits employees of the OIC from having any interest, directly or indirectly, in an insurance company other than as a policyholder. This prohibition includes the receipt of renewal commissions. If employment is accepted with this agency, you agree to abide by this state law.
- Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- If claiming veteran status, please send your DD 214 to with HRC4_0 in the subject line. Please do not attach the DD 214 to your application materials. Please black out personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. . click apply for full job details
Details
| Company | State of Washington |
| Location | United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |