Salary: $6,384.00 - $8,583.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Office of the Insurance Commissioner
Division: Executive
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

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.

About the Position

At the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC), our work has a direct impact on the people, businesses, and communities across the state. We protect consumers, the public interest, and our state's economy through fair and efficient regulation of the insurance industry-and we know that achieving that mission starts with a strong, supported, and inclusive workforce.

Our Human Resources team is a trusted strategic partner across the agency. We provide thoughtful guidance, navigate complex challenges, and help leaders and employees create a workplace where people can do their best work. As a Human Resources Consultant 4, you'll bring your expertise, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills to some of the most complex and meaningful HR matters across the organization.

This is an opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys being a trusted advisor, balancing empathy with sound business judgment, and turning complex laws, policies, and employee relations issues into practical solutions. You'll work closely with leaders, employees, HR colleagues, and legal and labor partners on everything from employee relations and performance management to labor relations, investigations, classification and compensation, protected leave, reasonable accommodation, and organizational development.

If you're energized by challenging work, value confidentiality and integrity, and want your HR expertise to make a meaningful difference, we invite you to join the OIC HR team. Here, your work won't just support an organization-it will help strengthen the people who carry out a mission that matters to Washington.

This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Human Resources Consultant 4 vacancies in the next sixty days.

This is a Washington General Service position. The monthly salary range for this position is $6,384 - $8,583.

Benefits & Perks

• 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:

Duties
The duties of the position include but are not limited to:

• 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.

Contact Us: For inquiries about this position and its full duties, please contact us at and add the requisition number 2026-07550 and job title to the subject line of your email.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• 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.

AND

• Intermediate level skills with Microsoft Office Products (e.g. Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Academic Degree Equivalency Chart

Degree

Years of Relevant Experience Equivalency

Associate's Degree

2 years of experience

Bachelor's Degree

4 years of experience

Master's Degree

5 years ofexperience

*A degree in business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation, or a foreign equivalent may be substituted for relevant experience. Proof of degree may be required prior to employment. If a degree was awarded outside of the United States, candidates must provide a credential evaluation report.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• 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.

Ready to join us?

Learn more about the OIC by visiting our website. We encourage you to check out our video below and listen to what our employees have to say about working here!
Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at the OIC!

Cover Letter: Required

Resume: Required

Supplemental Information

• 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_2026-07550 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.

More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
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 Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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