Human Resources Labor and Employee Relations Analyst 1 or 2

Description

Why It's a Great Opportunity

The Labor and Employee Relations Division of Human Resources (HR) is a dynamic and creative group dedicated to providing professional and prompt service. You will engage in a wide variety of labor and employee relations activities, focusing primarily on negotiating 19 labor contracts, advising managers and supervisors on labor laws and best practices, conducting investigations, and providing consultation on HR matters.

Every day brings new challenges, opportunities, and priorities, and your work directly impacts the quality and effectiveness of the workforce and management across Pierce County.

Why It's a Great Department

Pierce County Human Resources supports a high-performing and diverse workforce. We deliver specialized services to ensure a high-quality workforce, provide guidance on performance management, protected leave, and County policies, and offer training and development opportunities. You will join a collaborative, professional, and mission-driven team committed to serving all County employees.

Hybrid and remote work are the norm, and the team maintains a focus on continuous improvement, excellence, and a welcoming workplace culture. Learn more about the Human Resources Department here.

How To Be Successful In The Role

To succeed in this role, you must possess extensive knowledge of HR principles within a union environment, including collective bargaining, progressive discipline, and just cause, combined with strong written and verbal communication skills. Flexibility and adaptability are key, as the union landscape is constantly evolving.

You will excel if you can build relationships, clearly and concisely explain complex laws, policies, and contract proposals, and provide guidance on HR best practices.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Any equivalent combination of experience and education that clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Please attach a current resume and cover letter with your application.
• Failure to attach these will result in an incomplete application.

Labor Relations Analyst 1

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, labor relations, public or business administration, or closely related field;
• AND Two years of professional human resources management experience directly related to the duties of the position.

Labor Relations Analyst 2

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, labor relations, public or business administration, or a closely related field;
• AND Four years of experience directly related to the duties of the position is required.

Special Requirements/Qualifications

• As a condition of employment, you will need to authorize and complete a background check.
• Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
• This position is remote for those residing in or relocating to Washington State. There are occasional in-person meetings and in-person contract bargaining meetings. This can mean once or twice per month for a few months of the year but also could be a few times per week during bargaining.

Supplemental Information To Be Considered For This Opportunity

To Be Considered For This Opportunity

Please Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs. Attach a resume and cover letter to your application.

If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.

If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.

Notification of application status

Notification of application status typically occurs within two to three weeks after the closing date. Some applicants may receive short notice to participate in additional selection steps, which may include assessments, phone screens, or interviews.

Upon Offer

Compensation is based on a range of job-related factors, including the requirements of the role, your skills and experience, and internal pay equity.

Our Welcoming Workplace Commitment

Pierce County is committed to fostering a Welcoming Workplace where employees are supported, respected, and able to thrive. We believe a strong public workforce is representative of the community it serves and that fair and just access to opportunity strengthens public service.

Guided by the County Executive’s Forward Together mission, Pierce County works to build communities that are safe, welcoming, and connected. This same commitment shapes how we recruit, develop, and retain our employees.

County employees make a direct and visible impact in the lives of residents every day, and we invite you to join us in helping us achieve our mission.