HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST

Job Description

The salary for this position: $6,626 - $8,715 monthly.

Thurston County Human Resources (HR) is seeking a knowledgeable and solution-oriented Human Resources Analyst to provide professional-level support across a wide range of HR functions. This role plays a critical part in advising leadership and employees and ensuring the fair, consistent, and effective application of HR policies and practices.

This position serves as a professional-level consultant delivering high-quality HR services across the County. The ideal candidate is strategic, highly skilled in interpreting and applying technical HR concepts, and able to provide sound guidance across multiple HR disciplines. The role also supports compliance with employment laws and HR policies. Success in this role requires excellent judgment and the sensitivity needed to build strong, collaborative relationships across a diverse, fast-paced organization. The ideal candidate thrives when navigating sensitive or complex HR issues with professionalism, discretion, and tact. For those motivated by meaningful public service, this role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference, supporting the workforce that keeps County services moving and directly impacts the community every day.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide guidance and assistance to hiring managers on the recruitment and job-offer processes to ensure compliance with county policies, procedures, and applicable employment regulations, and to promote legally sound, nondiscriminatory hiring practices. Serves as the department's lead staff for recruitment activities and provides guidance on day-to-day matters.
• Administer the county's recruitment software system, including posting job requisitions, troubleshooting user issues, monitoring system workflows, and participating in system testing and process improvements.
• Developing or overseeing the review of reclassification requests and developing new or updating classification specifications.
• Conducting objective workplace investigations into claims of harassment or discrimination by gathering and evaluating relevant information, assessing evidence, compiling thorough documentation, drafting clear and comprehensive investigative reports, and developing recommendations for appropriate action.
• Partnering with managers to address performance issues, allegations of misconduct, and advising on the disciplinary process, including application of just cause and progressive discipline and drafting of disciplinary letters.
• Interpreting and providing consultation on union labor agreements, personnel policies, and federal and state employment laws.

To view the full job classification, click here: Human Resources Analyst

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment: Quiet office setting, sitting at a personal computer majority of the day. The duty station for this position is in Olympia, WA.
• Flexible Schedule: Typically, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Specific schedule may be negotiated.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings or attend onsite investigations.
• Customer Interactions: Daily interaction via phone, in-person, and virtual with Thurston County staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business, psychology, public administration or related field. Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Three years of applicable experience in a human resources discipline.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and related software packages to perform word processing, analysis, information retrieval and tracking.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have obtained an appropriate accommodation.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal employment guidelines and HR best practices.
• Strong analytical abilities, including compiling, interpreting, and presenting information to support sound decision-making.
• Knowledge of public-sector labor laws, including disciplinary processes, including just cause and progressive discipline principles.
• Exceptional skill in managing complex, confidential, and sensitive issues with discretion and professional judgment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex information and provide expert advice.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities, including assessing risk and recommending effective, appropriate corrective actions.

OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

Questions about this recruitment? Please contact: Maria Aponte at

This position is:

• Not represented by a union
• Eligible for benefits
• Not eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Items requested for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter

Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.