We believe our community can move beyond poverty and oppression to a place where all people have access to quality housing, nutritious food, equal justice and opportunities to thrive. We are committed to working with compassion, integrity, accountability, creativity and an anti-oppression approach to end homelessness, hunger, inequality and other barriers to social justice. We value collaboration and leadership from the communities we serve. As our workforce evolves to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, our agency and workplace will be enriched and strengthened and as such we will:

Demonstrate the initiative to learn and enhance skills that promote anti-racism, cultural competency and an understanding of oppression and its impact.
Participate in intentional learning efforts, including events relating to understanding and dismantling institutional racism and building cultural competency.

JOB SUMMARY: The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for coordinating full cycle recruitment and selection of all levels of staff for Solid Ground and FamilyWorks. This position ensures that federal and state laws and regulations, policies and procedures, and collective bargaining agreement provisions are followed throughout the human resources processes. This position also conducts new hire orientations and provides broad Human Resources support and administers various Human Resources processes and procedures, including leading HRIS information system accuracy as well as data entry, generating and analyzing statistical data reports.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND TASKS:

30% Coordinate with Hiring Managers to build comprehensive recruitment plans, clarify key job requirements and to use the best sourcing strategies and techniques for each job category. Ensure adherence to the selection policy and procedure. Advise and train new managers on recruitment process and policy. Assess applicant’s qualifications and references, and approves final hiring decisions;

20% Administer various human resources plans and procedures for all Solid Ground personnel, assists in development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures. Provide support to general inquires of policy and/or contract interpretation. Respond and resolve concerns relating to organizational policies and procedures and redirect complex inquiries as appropriate to Human Resource Manager/Director. Participate in evaluation of Human Resource processes and established goals, and in partnership with Human Resource team to develop efficiencies and streamlined processes. Provide broad support to Human Resources and back up assistance to other Human Resource staff as needed. Create and maintain procedures regarding work performed and assure these procedures are correct and up to date Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other committee meetings and seminars;

15% Prepare and reconcile monthly insurance billings for Medical, Dental, COBRA billings and invoices, Short-term and Long-term disability, Flex Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance. Calculate and communicate personal leave and holiday for SG staff. Communicate SG benefits and enroll new employees, process changes and terminations of benefits. Conducts new hire and benefits orientations and participates in open enrollment;

15% Maintain Human Resource Information System records and compiles reports from database. Coordinate with the Payroll Accountant to ensure that wage increases, personal leave accruals, benefits, new hires, transfers, promotions are reflected correctly in the HRIS payroll side according to the personnel policies and collective bargaining agreements. Produce custom HRIS system reports for HR Director, the Board, Managers and Supervisors;

10% Promote and advertise employment opportunities at local job and community fairs and quarterly networking events to effectively increase awareness of job opportunities within the agency. Cultivate and maintain relationship with community groups, non-profits and other entities in order to increase our networking capacity;

5% Respond to Unemployment Insurance benefit claims by researching employee separation, work history, and work with third party administrator. Track results and appeal decisions when appropriate and participate in administrative hearings as necessary and maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.

5% Conduct new hire and benefit orientations for all newly hired employees.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

Requires one of the following:

a) Four years Human Resources Generalist experience; OR

b) Three years Human Resources Generalist experience and a BA degree; OR

c) Any combination of education, experience and measurable performance which demonstrates the capability to perform the duties of this position.

Desired qualification: PHR certification

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficient knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook);

Knowledge of Human Resource software products;
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
Good organization and presentation skills;
Excellent customer service skills;
Ability to maintain confidentiality;
Excellent organizational abilities, initiative and attention to detail;
Strong record keeping skills; ability to maintain accurate files and databases;
Ability to work individually in a self-directed manner and as part of a team in group projects. Ability to take general direction and apply it to specific circumstances as the situation requires;
Willingness and ability to work with people from a variety of racial, cultural, educational and economic backgrounds with various lifestyles.
Experience working with multiple labor unions.
Excellent knowledge of Employment laws and regulations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: This position works performing general office duties. Employees spend 50% of their time working on the computer and 50% of their time answering phone, copying, filing, reports, meetings, and mail. Occasional outside meetings or training. Position requires employee to lift/carry up to 20 pounds rarely, 5-10 pounds occasionally and push/pull 10 pounds seldom, 1-5 pounds frequently. Position has the ability to sit/stand as needed. Stairs not required. Must be able to use personal vehicle on occasion.

HOURS & COMPENSATION:This is a full time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5pm), paying $21.60 per hour.

TO APPLY: Applicants must complete the Solid Ground application form specific to this position. To find an application online, go to www.solid-ground.org/AboutUs/Jobs, then click on the Job Title for this position and download the attached application. You may also leave a message on our job line at 206.694.6840 requesting a specific job application, or you may apply in person at 1501 North 45th Street in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood. Applicants may submit completed applications by mail to: Solid Ground, Attn: Human Resources Department,

1501 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103-6708. Please attach a cover letter and resume.

CLOSING DATE: This position closes April 13, 2015 at 5:00 pm.

WOMEN, PEOPLE OF COLOR AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. SOLID GROUND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

How to apply

TO APPLY: Applicants must complete the Solid Ground application form specific to this position. To find an application online, go to www.solid-ground.org/AboutUs/Jobs, then click on the Job Title for this position and download the attached application. Please attach a cover letter and resume. You may also leave a message on our job line at 206.694.6840 requesting a specific job application, or you may apply in person at 1501 North 45th Street in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood. Applicants may submit completed applications, cover letter and resume by mail to: Solid Ground, Attn: Human Resources Department, or by email at jobs@solid-ground.org

1501 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103-6708.

CLOSING DATE: This position closes April 13, 2015 at 5:00 pm.