DESC is recruiting for a Human Resources Assistant to support agency-wide recruiting efforts as well as other HR functions.

Go to https:vimeo.com/descseattle to view some short documentary videos describing DESC’s work.

As the region’s leading provider of services to multiply disabled, chronically homeless adults, DESC is a progressive social service agency serving 2,000 people each day through a comprehensive continuum of care which includes emergency shelter and other survival services, mental health care and chemical dependency treatment, employment services and permanent supportive housing. This integrated service model is designed to help disabled homeless men and women secure and maintain appropriate, safe and affordable housing. DESC is a non-profit organization recognized nationally and regionally as an innovator in developing solutions to homelessness.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a majority of the following skills, abilities & experience:

Associate Degree and 2 years of relevant Human Resources experience. Experience as a human resources assistant preferably in nonprofit, human service, or behavioral health setting. Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Ability to handle sensitive information with a high degree of professionalism.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to proofread and edit business documents.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Demonstrated basic knowledge of legal requirements for employment, safety, accommodations, benefits, compensation, personnel records and diversity.
Excellent word processing and computer skills including demonstrated skills using HRIS, Word and Excel.
Demonstrated respect for diversity and commitment to developing multicultural competency sensitivity.
Subscribe to philosophy of cooperation and continuity across programs, and of consideration and respect for clients.

Go to www.desc.org/joinourteam/ for a detailed job description.

How to apply

Submit a cover letter explaining your reasons for wanting to work at DESC, along with a current resume, to hr@desc.org.

The Downtown Emergency Service Center is committed to diversity in the workplace, and promotes equal employment opportunities for all staff members and applicants. The Agency will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability in any employment practice, unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.