Human Resources Generalist

The role of Human Resources Generalist with Renton RFA offers more than just a job—it’s a chance to contribute to those who put their lives on the line to serve our community every day. Working in the fire service is not only deeply rewarding but also provides a unique backdrop that elevates the significance of your work. As part of our HR team, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our firefighters, support staff, and their families are informed, healthy, and protected.

This position demands a professional adept in a broad spectrum of HR functions, including recruitment, promotional testing, civil service matters, benefits, and leave management. A comprehensive understanding of government HR policies and procedures is vital, as is experience navigating the intricacies of public sector employment and working with local unions. Qualified candidates will also demonstrate proficiency in HR-related technology platforms and possess the ability to adapt quickly to those used by Renton RFA to maximize the use of our existing resources. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach to these duties, demonstrating the ability to manage and execute tasks efficiently to support our people-focused operations.

We are on the lookout for a candidate who is not just seeking a role but a purpose. Someone who is excited to be hands-on in their support of our day-to-day operations, a highly organized critical thinker who flourishes with limited oversight. Prior experience in the public sector, especially within the fire service, will be considered an invaluable asset. If you are driven by a desire to support people, possess a keen eye for detail, and are ready to be part of a team that makes a real difference in the community, we encourage you to seize this opportunity and apply today!

Job Summary:

The Human Resource Generalist assists with a variety of HR functions including recruitment, selection, promotion testing, civil service matters, benefits, and managing workers’ compensation and leave policies. This role supports HR projects and ensures the execution of tasks in line with established policies, procedures, and timelines. The position is ideal for an organized individual who can effectively execute tasks with some oversight. The professional in this role will contribute to daily employee support activities, helping to maintain consistency with organizational objectives and compliance with all relevant legislation and policy requirements. This role serves as a foundational support in the HR team, helping to facilitate smooth operations and adherence to best practices in human resource management.

The Senior Human Resources Generalist position includes the expectations above, but is also earmarked for a highly organized, critical thinker who can work independently with limited supervision.  This experienced professional is responsible for providing a proactive, hands-on approach to addressing day-to-day employee support, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and policies, and all federal, state, and local laws.

Job Duties / Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Recruitment and Selection: Assist hiring managers with all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Screen applications, prepare written tests, practical examinations, and interview questions, participate on interview panels when requested, perform reference and background checks on final candidates, write offer letters, and ensure recruitment files are complete and adequately archived.
• Classification: Review and update job descriptions annually or as requested soliciting feedback from Executive Team leaders and internal staff as necessary. Conduct job analysis and classification studies as requested. Conduct internal salary studies as assigned and respond to external salary surveys and other data requests.
• Benefits: Conduct benefit orientations, new hire enrollments, and annual open enrollments, and COBRA notifications at separation. Assist members with benefit-related questions.
• Workers Compensation: Respond to all reports of injury and assist members with navigating the L&I claims process.  Manage light-duty placements, maximizing the use of the Stay at Work program.  Ensure all aspects of L&I claims are documented clearly and that management is timely informed of any issues.
• Leaves: Manage all work and non-work-related leaves of absence including FMLA, PFML, and Military leaves ensuring that all federal and state laws, CBAs, and internal policies are strictly followed.
• ADA: Act as ADA Coordinator for internal ADA requests ensuring timely engagement with members who may need or request accommodation.
• Training: Prepare for and assist in conducting internal training on HR-related topics, including retirement preparation, PFML and FMLA use, performance management, policy compliance, etc.  Assist with external training as necessary.
• Information Systems: Develop proficiency in maximizing the HR-related aspects of the existing ERP system and related technology including Tyler ERP Pro 10, SharePoint, Office 365, etc., to maximize the efficiency of HR-related processes.
• Policies and Procedures: Assist with the development, review, and revision of various policies and procedures related to HR. Assist members with policy-related questions.
• Civil Service: Serve as Secretary and Chief Examiner to the Civil Service Commission. Ensure compliance with Civil Service rules and regulations when handling HR actions, especially recruitment and selection.  Recommend changes to Civil Service policies and procedures, and ensure approved changes are implemented and followed.
• Ensure actions and recommendations comply with HR policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local laws.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as they relate to the field.
• Labor Relations: Participate in the labor negotiations as requested.