Human Resources Consultant 4 (HR GENERALIST)

About the role

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the Human Resources Consultant 4 (HR Generalist) position. This role is within the Executive Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior-level Human Resources Consultant and expert HR Generalist, providing independent, high-level guidance to agency leadership, managers, supervisors, and employees on complex and sensitive human resource matters.
  • Administer the agency’s protected leave programs, including FMLA, PFML, Shared Leave, Parental Leave, Pregnancy Disability Leave, and other state and federally protected leaves, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, collective bargaining agreements, and agency policies.
  • Provide expert consultation and decision-making related to protected leave eligibility, medical documentation review, leave approvals and denials, employee rights notifications, and ongoing leave management.
  • Interpret and apply federal and state employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, and agency policies, translating complex requirements into clear, practical guidance for employees and supervisors.
  • Facilitate the agency-wide reasonable accommodation process, managing a caseload of accommodation requests and leading the interactive process in compliance with the ADA, Washington Law Against Discrimination, and related regulations.
  • Collaborate with managers, supervisors, and employees to identify effective accommodation solutions, including accommodations in current positions, reassignment, or disability separation when appropriate.
  • Obtain, review, and interpret medical documentation and maintain confidential medical and personnel records in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
  • Evaluate HR programs, policies, and practices for effectiveness, equity, and compliance; recommend improvements to enhance consistency, efficiency, and inclusivity.
  • Provide senior-level consultation and back-up support on a wide range of personnel matters, including classification and compensation, performance management, corrective and disciplinary actions, employee development, and workforce planning.
  • Support investigations and labor relations activities by maintaining working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, preparing correspondence and notices, participating in union-related meetings as directed, and advising management on contract application.
  • Maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, labor partners, and external HR counterparts, serving as a trusted resource and problem-solver.
  • Stay current on changes in employment law, HR best practices, and regulatory requirements to ensure the agency remains compliant and proactive.

Requirements

• 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.
  • Two years must include professional experience administering leave of absence (e.g. FMLA, PFML, Shared Leave) and reasonable accommodation programs.
  • Intermediate level skills with Microsoft Office Products (e.g. Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Current professional HR certification: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP and/or SHRM-SCP.
• Two years’ experience providing professional level HR consultation and administration of protected leave (e.g. FMLA, PFLM, Shared Leave) and reasonable accommodations in a state or government environment.

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.
• Additional benefits available at our website.

Pay

The monthly salary range for this position is $6,384 - $8,583.

Schedule

Not specified.