Salary: $109,548.00 Annually
Location : Grays Harbor County - Aberdeen, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:Department: Dept. of Corrections
Division: EOS - Human Resources
Opening Date: 09/05/2026
Closing Date: 9/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DescriptionHuman Resource ManagerFull Time | Permanent | WMS Band 02Location: Stafford Creek Corrections Center | Aberdeen, WASalary Range: $109,548 AnnuallyIn order to provide the best customer service to the Stafford Creek Corrections Center facility, this Human Resource Manager position is a full time, in-office role.As a mid-level manager, you will support the Stafford Creek Corrections Center by ensuring high-quality professional services are delivered to appointing authorities, leaders, and managers. This includes providing expertise in organizational growth, workforce planning and development, employee development, and risk identification and mitigation. Through this work, you will help ensure the Department of Corrections can successfully fulfill its mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
The HR Manager oversees the administration of multiple comprehensive employee programs and promotes effective HR management by ensuring HR consultants deliver accurate information, thoughtful consultation, responsive customer service, and consistent support to employees, management, and executives. We are looking for a leader with a strong passion for public service who is excited to develop, coach, guide, and supervise both professional and paraprofessional consultants. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.
A completed application packet will include:- A detailed resume
- A cover letter regarding your interest for this position with our agency
- Three professional references
DutiesWe are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.
As a
Human Resource Manager, some of the tasks you will enjoy performing include:
- Ensuring comprehensive professional level administration of multiple, complex HR programs in accordance with Agency policy, WACs, CBA, and laws that influence key business decision and include, but are not limited to, classification and compensation, recruitment, screening and selection, employee relations, labor relations, leave programs and corrective/disciplinary actions
- Ensuring appointing authorities, executive staff and key leaders are provided with comprehensive and sound direction in the application of Agency policy/procedure, collective bargaining agreements and state/federal human resource law
- Managing and supervising professional level staff
- Developing program standards and delivery methods to train and support managers, staff, supervisors and HR consultants
- Takes appropriate corrective action and recommends the initiation of an investigation or disciplinary action as necessary
- Ensuring staff demonstrates quality customer service, which is emphasized in their career development
- Participates on teams, committees and task groups and ensures the involvement of HR staff members and increased visibility of program activity.
- Consulting with management and the Agency labor relations office regarding matters such as notifying the union of anticipated changes in working conditions or other mandatory subjects of bargaining, assisting with and possibly attending bargaining sessions following a demand to bargain
- Attending grievance meetings and drafts grievance responses. Assists labor relations office in responding to subsequent steps in the grievance process-Grievance Resolution Panel, mediation, pre-arbitration meetings, and arbitration.
QualificationsWhat we need (required qualifications):- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least three years of professional - level human resources experience, which included experience in at least three of the following:
- Administering classification and compensation
- Recruitment, screening, and selection
- Interpretation of rules and regulations
- Employee and labor relations
- Corrective and disciplinary action
- At least one year of experience supervising HR staff. Experience may be gained concurrently with professional HR experience
- Extensive working knowledge of all aspects of HR and professional trends
- Ability to provide consultation and direction on most complex issues and questions, especially in the areas of employee discipline, employee relations, classification, compensation, recruitment, screening, and selection
- Knowledge of state and federal employment and labor laws and relevant court decisions impacting employers
- Ability to analyze information, define problems or objectives, formulate logical and objective conclusions, recognize alternatives, and make recommendations
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with both employees and managers at all levels of the organization
- Able to convey a positive and professional image to employees and external contacts
- Strong influence, change management, and relationship building skills
- Ability to use technology and computer systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and quality of work
- Ability to use (or learn to use) Microsoft Word to independently draft formal documents for others' review and signature
- Ability to coach and mentor others
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment and successfully manage a busy workload with multiple shifting priorities
What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications): - Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources Management, Business or Public Administration, social sciences, or related field, from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP or IMPA-HR certification.
Supplemental InformationVision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
Our Core Values:
- Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
- Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
- People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
- Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
- Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.
IMPORTANT NOTES:- This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
- Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
**Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references. - A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. 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.
- Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
- We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
- Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from and Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
- DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form.
- DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit
What We Offer: As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
- Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
- Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous retirement plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation and so much more!
PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the ' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email
[email protected] or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
