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Government

City of Seattle

You must have 3 years of accounting/bookkeeping experience, 1 year as Accounting Technician II, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to meet the job qualifications.

You will process payroll in Workday, ensure compliance, handle employee inquiries, audit timesheets, generate reports, maintain records, and assist with onboarding and payroll-related projects.

People, HR & Administration

Accounting & Tax

Seattle

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>The City of Seattle's Municipal Court&rsquo;s (SMC) mission is to provide a forum for people to resolve alleged violations of the law in a respectful, independent, and impartial manner. The Court is dedicated to advancing social justice issues by supporting personal, structural, and systemic change in our community, and building a diverse workforce. The Court works collaboratively to realize the City&rsquo;s vision of racial equity by participating in the City of Seattle&rsquo;s Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI). Candidates with the ability to effectively collaborate with multicultural communities are encouraged to apply.<br>
<br>
 The Court aims to hire people committed to being respectful and impartial when addressing customer issues, thereby ensuring the public's trust and confidence in the judicial system.<br>
<br>
 SMC is seeking an experienced and customer-focused HR Accounting Tech III, to provide payroll support for the Court&rsquo;s dynamic HR team. This position will perform a variety of payroll-related duties, including processing payroll, maintaining accurate payroll records, addressing employee timekeeping needs, and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations. Additionally, they will support accounts receivable, accounts payable, and reconciliation tasks as needed. As the Accounting Tech Lead for SMC HR, this role will also be partnered closely with our finance team to ensure accurate monthly reporting. This is a crucial role on a high-performing team that values collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.</p><p><b><br>
You will be most successful in this role if you are:</b></p><p><b>
Experienced in:</b></p><ul><li>
Processing and auditing all payroll related activities, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits administration, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>
Using <b>Workday</b> for data entry, payroll processing, and reporting, as well as familiarity with <b>PeopleSoft</b> for reconciling payroll and financial data.</li><li>
Using <b>Excel</b> for payroll-related calculations, data analysis, and reporting to manage payroll data.</li><li>
Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies, effectively managing employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, or benefits.</li><li>
Calculating and processing retroactive employee payments.</li></ul><p><b>
Committed to:</b></p><ul><li>
Advancing equity, social justice, diversity, and inclusion goals within the payroll and HR processes.</li><li>
Staying up-to-date with changes and amendments to payroll as it relates CBA agreements and current SMC and City of Seattle policies.</li></ul><p><b>
Skilled in:</b></p><ul><li>
Organizing and processing payroll data efficiently and accurately, ensuring timely reporting or meeting deadlines for all payroll activities.</li><li>
Analyzing payroll data and preparing accurate reports for internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>
Using tools like OneNote, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Sign to support payroll and administrative functions.</li><li>
Participating in all other relevant HR activities such as the onboarding of new employees.</li></ul><p><b>
Ability to:</b></p><ul><li>
Communicate clearly and professionally, both written and oral, with employees and management regarding all payroll and relevant accounting activities.</li><li>
Work independently and maintain meticulous attention to detail, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.</li><li>
Demonstrate problem-solving skills when addressing payroll discrepancies or employee inquiries.</li><li>
Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Payroll Processing and Administration</b></p><ul><li>
Use Workday to process accurate and timely payroll for all employees, ensuring correct deductions, benefits.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, performing regular audits to maintain accuracy.</li><li>
Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees, resolve discrepancies, and provide guidance on payroll matters, including earnings, deductions, and benefits.</li><li>
Process costing allocation and organizational changes in Workday, ensuring data is accurate for payroll processing.</li></ul><ul><li>
Process retroactive payments adjustments.</li><li>
Process sick leave transfers.</li><li>
Process union dues, parking, and other relevant deductions.</li><li>
Verify cash-outs for sick, vacation, and compensatory time upon employee departure.</li></ul><p><b>
Payroll Reporting and Reconciliation</b></p><ul><li>
Regularly generate payroll reports from Workday to ensure alignment with PeopleSoft data to reconcile any discrepancies each payroll cycle.</li><li>
Audit timesheets each pay period for compliance and accuracy with employee earnings, deductions, and benefits.</li><li>
Assist in preparing payroll reports for internal and external audits, ensuring all payroll records are accurate and compliant with regulations.</li><li>
Support the maintenance of historical payroll records and reports, ensuring they are properly archived in accordance with retention policies</li></ul><p><b>
General HR Administrative &amp; Compliance Support</b></p><ul><li>
Assist with payroll-related projects, tasks, and confidential payroll matters.</li><li>
Maintain HR communication materials, including employee payroll-related documents, ensuring they are updated and accurate.</li><li>
Collaborate with the HR team to ensure accurate record-keeping and up-to-date payroll information in Workday and related systems.</li><li>
Attend BRAG and SPHRUG meetings on behalf of the SMC HR team.</li></ul><p><b>
Records/Access Management</b></p><ul><li>
Maintain and archive payroll records in compliance with City and Court retention policies, ensuring all data is kept confidential and secure.</li></ul><p><b>
Recruitment and Onboarding Support</b></p><ul><li>
Assist with the payroll-related aspects of recruitment and onboarding, ensuring new hires are accurately entered into Workday for payroll processing.</li><li>
Update and maintain records for payroll-related recruitment activities and ensure new employee records are prepared for payroll entry.</li></ul><p><i>
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.</i></p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b><br>
Requires three years of accounting/bookkeeping experience</p><p><b>
Or</b></p><p>
One year of work experience as an Accounting Technician II</p><p><b>
Or</b></p><p>
A combination of education/training/experience which provides an equivalent background needed to perform the job successfully).</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Why Work at the City</b></p><p>
The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in dismantling racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and create and provide equitable processes and services.</p><p><b>
Work Environment</b><br>
This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.</p><p><b>
Salary</b><br>
This position is part of the 5-Step Compensation program. The full salary range for this position is $35.72(Step 1) - $41.59(Step 5) per hour.</p><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><p>
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.</p><p>
For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts</p><p><b>
Hiring Process</b><br>
Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered<i>. </i><b><i>Your application will not be reviewed if any of these items are missing or incomplete.</i></b></p><ul><li>
Completed NEOGOV online application.</li><li>
Supplemental questionnaire responses.</li><li>
Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.</li><li>
Current resume indicating relevant experience and education.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Additional Information:</b></p><ul><li>
A job offer is contingent upon successfully passing the court's background check. The background check includes a criminal history background review, fingerprinting and reference checks<b>.</b></li><li>
This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week; it is Civil Service and non-exempt from overtime.</li><li>
For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p>The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.</p></div></div></div>

Position Description
The City of Seattle's Municipal Court’s (SMC) mission is to provide a forum for people to resolve alleged violations of the law in a respectful, independent, and impartial manner. The Court is dedicated to advancing social justice issues by supporting personal, structural, and systemic change in our community, and building a diverse workforce. The Court works collaboratively to realize the City’s vision of racial equity by participating in the City of Seattle’s Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI). Candidates with the ability to effectively collaborate with multicultural communities are encouraged to apply.

 The Court aims to hire people committed to being respectful and impartial when addressing customer issues, thereby ensuring the public's trust and confidence in the judicial system.

 SMC is seeking an experienced and customer-focused HR Accounting Tech III, to provide payroll support for the Court’s dynamic HR team. This position will perform a variety of payroll-related duties, including processing payroll, maintaining accurate payroll records, addressing employee timekeeping needs, and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations. Additionally, they will support accounts receivable, accounts payable, and reconciliation tasks as needed. As the Accounting Tech Lead for SMC HR, this role will also be partnered closely with our finance team to ensure accurate monthly reporting. This is a crucial role on a high-performing team that values collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.
You will be most successful in this role if you are:
Experienced in:
Processing and auditing all payroll related activities, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits administration, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
Using Workday for data entry, payroll processing, and reporting, as well as familiarity with PeopleSoft for reconciling payroll and financial data.
Using Excel for payroll-related calculations, data analysis, and reporting to manage payroll data.
Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies, effectively managing employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, or benefits.
Calculating and processing retroactive employee payments.
Committed to:
Advancing equity, social justice, diversity, and inclusion goals within the payroll and HR processes.
Staying up-to-date with changes and amendments to payroll as it relates CBA agreements and current SMC and City of Seattle policies.
Skilled in:
Organizing and processing payroll data efficiently and accurately, ensuring timely reporting or meeting deadlines for all payroll activities.
Analyzing payroll data and preparing accurate reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Using tools like OneNote, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Sign to support payroll and administrative functions.
Participating in all other relevant HR activities such as the onboarding of new employees.
Ability to:
Communicate clearly and professionally, both written and oral, with employees and management regarding all payroll and relevant accounting activities.
Work independently and maintain meticulous attention to detail, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.
Demonstrate problem-solving skills when addressing payroll discrepancies or employee inquiries.
Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
Job Responsibilities
Payroll Processing and Administration
Use Workday to process accurate and timely payroll for all employees, ensuring correct deductions, benefits.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, performing regular audits to maintain accuracy.
Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees, resolve discrepancies, and provide guidance on payroll matters, including earnings, deductions, and benefits.
Process costing allocation and organizational changes in Workday, ensuring data is accurate for payroll processing.
Process retroactive payments adjustments.
Process sick leave transfers.
Process union dues, parking, and other relevant deductions.
Verify cash-outs for sick, vacation, and compensatory time upon employee departure.
Payroll Reporting and Reconciliation
Regularly generate payroll reports from Workday to ensure alignment with PeopleSoft data to reconcile any discrepancies each payroll cycle.
Audit timesheets each pay period for compliance and accuracy with employee earnings, deductions, and benefits.
Assist in preparing payroll reports for internal and external audits, ensuring all payroll records are accurate and compliant with regulations.
Support the maintenance of historical payroll records and reports, ensuring they are properly archived in accordance with retention policies
General HR Administrative & Compliance Support
Assist with payroll-related projects, tasks, and confidential payroll matters.
Maintain HR communication materials, including employee payroll-related documents, ensuring they are updated and accurate.
Collaborate with the HR team to ensure accurate record-keeping and up-to-date payroll information in Workday and related systems.
Attend BRAG and SPHRUG meetings on behalf of the SMC HR team.
Records/Access Management
Maintain and archive payroll records in compliance with City and Court retention policies, ensuring all data is kept confidential and secure.
Recruitment and Onboarding Support
Assist with the payroll-related aspects of recruitment and onboarding, ensuring new hires are accurately entered into Workday for payroll processing.
Update and maintain records for payroll-related recruitment activities and ensure new employee records are prepared for payroll entry.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires three years of accounting/bookkeeping experience
Or
One year of work experience as an Accounting Technician II
Or
A combination of education/training/experience which provides an equivalent background needed to perform the job successfully).
Additional Information
Why Work at the City
The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in dismantling racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and create and provide equitable processes and services.
Work Environment
This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.
Salary
This position is part of the 5-Step Compensation program. The full salary range for this position is $35.72(Step 1) - $41.59(Step 5) per hour.
Benefits
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts
Hiring Process
Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered. Your application will not be reviewed if any of these items are missing or incomplete.
Completed NEOGOV online application.
Supplemental questionnaire responses.
Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
Current resume indicating relevant experience and education.
Additional Information:
A job offer is contingent upon successfully passing the court's background check. The background check includes a criminal history background review, fingerprinting and reference checks.
This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week; it is Civil Service and non-exempt from overtime.
For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

HR & Payroll Specialist (Accounting Tech III) - City of Seattle

HR & Payroll Specialist (Accounting Tech III)

You need a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, one year of public personnel experience, valid driver's license, pass a background check, and be available for evening/weekend events, plus some travel.

You will attract qualified candidates, build relationships with schools and communities, coordinate events, support applicants, enhance DEI initiatives, and manage recruitment metrics and outreach.

Government & Politics

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>The Seattle Police Department is seeking an organized and detail-oriented person to fill a vacant Police Recruiter (Ord. Title: Personnel Specialist) position. In this role, you will be responsible for developing programs to attract candidates, events planning, partnering with colleges and universities, and making sure applicants remain informed, engaged, and supported through the duration of the hiring process. Your work will ensure the Seattle Police Department (SPD) is able to hire highly effective, culturally competent, and strongly committed officers to meet Seattle&rsquo;s public safety needs.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>Candidate Engagement and Program Development:</p><ul><li>
Execute a programmatic approach to attract a high volume of qualified candidates for the SPD.</li><li>
Build and nurture relationships with colleges, universities, affinity groups and community organizations to attract and engage potential candidates.</li><li>
Coordinate and attend career fairs, presentations, and workshops to enhance applicants' skills and support their successful navigation through the selection process.</li><li>
Create awareness and execute recruitment campaigns to drive large, diverse candidate pools.</li><li>
Communicate daily with applicants, interested parties and others about the hiring process and what to expect.</li><li>
Collaborate with other City partners to develop or improve officer recruitment processes.</li></ul><p>
Partnerships, Recruitment, and Reporting:</p><ul><li>
Utilize the LinkedIn and Handshake Recruiter platforms, as well as other technologies to enhance recruitment efficiencies.</li><li>
View and provide feedback on the Company website and LinkedIn career page.</li><li>
Design social media posts for events where SPD will have a recruiting presence.</li><li>
Communicate recruiting opportunities via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other applicable channels.</li><li>
Establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers, employees, and external partners.</li><li>
Focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), staying updated on trends and proposing solutions to achieve diverse talent goals.</li><li>
Generate regular reports on recruitment metrics.</li></ul><p>
Administrative Support and Customer Service:</p><ul><li>
Organize, administer, and conduct virtual applicant workshops in collaboration with partner teams.</li><li>
Assist in organizing community events for hiring, recruiting and community outreach opportunities.</li><li>
Compile an events calendar, and assist with registrations, payment and travel reports.</li><li>
Support day-of logistics for SHR&rsquo;s Fire and Police Testing Unit during written exams and oral boards for candidates.</li><li>
Perform customer service functions by promptly addressing candidates and employees&rsquo; requests and questions.</li><li>
Drive a professional and collaborative employee culture.</li><li>
Take on additional or similar duties as necessary.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Required Qualifications:</b></p><p>
A baccalaureate degree in social sciences, human resources management, business administration or related field and one year of responsible professional public personnel administration experience (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).</p><p><b>
Desired Qualifications:</b></p><p><b>
You will be most successful in this role with a combination of the following:</b></p><p>
Skills:</p><ul><li>
Effective communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.</li><li>
Building successful and trusting relationships with employees and stakeholders at all levels of an organization, both internally and externally.</li><li>
Providing excellent customer service.</li><li>
Utilizing technology to successfully navigate users and applicants through a hiring process.</li><li>
Strong attention to detail and time management skills.</li><li>
Team-oriented with the ability to work independently.</li><li>
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, changing environment.</li></ul><p>
Experience:</p><ul><li>
1+ years of experience in professional personnel administration, recruiting, college or high-volume recruiting, HR operations, sourcing, onboarding, or other related experience.</li><li>
Experience in advertising or social media promotion of events and opportunities.</li><li>
Background in college or students recruiting; sales experience will be beneficial.</li><li>
Familiarity with technology, including MS Forms, Power Automate, PowerPoint, Excel, and WebEx.</li><li>
Familiarity of public safety or government hiring, and the challenges they face.</li></ul><p><b>
Position Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
Must pass a Seattle Police Department background investigation.</li><li>
Must have a valid Driver&rsquo;s license.</li><li>
Must be willing to work nights and/or weekends for events.</li><li><b>
Specific Shift/Schedule Needs:</b> Hybrid schedule available. Attend on site community events, workshops, public speaking engagements and meetings, along with occasional events outside of normal business hours.</li><li><b>
Required travel:</b> 15% in state and 10% out of state, especially heavy during university recruitment seasons.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>About the Department:</b></p><p>
The Seattle Police Department is comprised of approximately 1,600 dedicated law enforcement professionals all committed to creating and fostering a work environment that is collaborative, innovative, and leading the way in law enforcement principles and practices. Ours is a culture that encourages top performers to adhere to a standard of excellence in the identification of and resolution to complex challenges. At SPD we acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and pledge ourselves to creating and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.</p><p><b>
Additional Information:</b></p><p>
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.</p><p><b>
The full salary range for this position is $40.71 - $47.56 per hour.</b></p><p>
New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $40.71 hourly. Current City employees&rsquo; starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) regular position with full benefits. This is a Civil Service position eligible for overtime.</p><p><b>
How to Apply:</b></p><ul><li>
Apply online at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs. <b>Please refer to: Job# 2024-01567</b></li><li>
A <b>cover letter and resume,</b> that provide additional information on why your skills and experience make you qualified for <i>this job</i> <b>are required</b><i>.</i></li><li><b><i>
Incomplete applications will not be considered.</i></b></li></ul><p>
If you have any questions, please contact Dene Warren Sakamoto at naidene.warrensakamoto@seattle.gov.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p>The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.</p></div></div></div>

Position Description
The Seattle Police Department is seeking an organized and detail-oriented person to fill a vacant Police Recruiter (Ord. Title: Personnel Specialist) position. In this role, you will be responsible for developing programs to attract candidates, events planning, partnering with colleges and universities, and making sure applicants remain informed, engaged, and supported through the duration of the hiring process. Your work will ensure the Seattle Police Department (SPD) is able to hire highly effective, culturally competent, and strongly committed officers to meet Seattle’s public safety needs.
Job Responsibilities
Candidate Engagement and Program Development:
Execute a programmatic approach to attract a high volume of qualified candidates for the SPD.
Build and nurture relationships with colleges, universities, affinity groups and community organizations to attract and engage potential candidates.
Coordinate and attend career fairs, presentations, and workshops to enhance applicants' skills and support their successful navigation through the selection process.
Create awareness and execute recruitment campaigns to drive large, diverse candidate pools.
Communicate daily with applicants, interested parties and others about the hiring process and what to expect.
Collaborate with other City partners to develop or improve officer recruitment processes.
Partnerships, Recruitment, and Reporting:
Utilize the LinkedIn and Handshake Recruiter platforms, as well as other technologies to enhance recruitment efficiencies.
View and provide feedback on the Company website and LinkedIn career page.
Design social media posts for events where SPD will have a recruiting presence.
Communicate recruiting opportunities via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other applicable channels.
Establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers, employees, and external partners.
Focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), staying updated on trends and proposing solutions to achieve diverse talent goals.
Generate regular reports on recruitment metrics.
Administrative Support and Customer Service:
Organize, administer, and conduct virtual applicant workshops in collaboration with partner teams.
Assist in organizing community events for hiring, recruiting and community outreach opportunities.
Compile an events calendar, and assist with registrations, payment and travel reports.
Support day-of logistics for SHR’s Fire and Police Testing Unit during written exams and oral boards for candidates.
Perform customer service functions by promptly addressing candidates and employees’ requests and questions.
Drive a professional and collaborative employee culture.
Take on additional or similar duties as necessary.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
A baccalaureate degree in social sciences, human resources management, business administration or related field and one year of responsible professional public personnel administration experience (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
Desired Qualifications:
You will be most successful in this role with a combination of the following:
Skills:
Effective communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Building successful and trusting relationships with employees and stakeholders at all levels of an organization, both internally and externally.
Providing excellent customer service.
Utilizing technology to successfully navigate users and applicants through a hiring process.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Team-oriented with the ability to work independently.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Experience:
1+ years of experience in professional personnel administration, recruiting, college or high-volume recruiting, HR operations, sourcing, onboarding, or other related experience.
Experience in advertising or social media promotion of events and opportunities.
Background in college or students recruiting; sales experience will be beneficial.
Familiarity with technology, including MS Forms, Power Automate, PowerPoint, Excel, and WebEx.
Familiarity of public safety or government hiring, and the challenges they face.
Position Requirements:
Must pass a Seattle Police Department background investigation.
Must have a valid Driver’s license.
Must be willing to work nights and/or weekends for events.
Specific Shift/Schedule Needs: Hybrid schedule available. Attend on site community events, workshops, public speaking engagements and meetings, along with occasional events outside of normal business hours.
Required travel: 15% in state and 10% out of state, especially heavy during university recruitment seasons.
Additional Information
About the Department:
The Seattle Police Department is comprised of approximately 1,600 dedicated law enforcement professionals all committed to creating and fostering a work environment that is collaborative, innovative, and leading the way in law enforcement principles and practices. Ours is a culture that encourages top performers to adhere to a standard of excellence in the identification of and resolution to complex challenges. At SPD we acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and pledge ourselves to creating and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.
Additional Information:
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
The full salary range for this position is $40.71 - $47.56 per hour.
New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $40.71 hourly. Current City employees’ starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) regular position with full benefits. This is a Civil Service position eligible for overtime.
How to Apply:
Apply online at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs. Please refer to: Job# 2024-01567
A cover letter and resume, that provide additional information on why your skills and experience make you qualified for this job are required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you have any questions, please contact Dene Warren Sakamoto at naidene.warrensakamoto@seattle.gov.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

Police Recruiter (Ord. Title: Personnel Specialist) - City of Seattle

Police Recruiter (Ord. Title: Personnel Specialist)

You need a bachelor's degree, 1 year HR recruitment experience, knowledge of race/social justice, and familiarity with HRIS systems. Strong communication and public sector experience are essential.

You will manage recruitment processes, develop job postings, facilitate hiring, resolve employee issues, maintain HR systems, and collaborate on onboarding and labor contract implementation.

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><div>The Human Services Department (HSD) is one of the largest investors to the Seattle safety net, investing more than $89 million annually to community-based organizations that provide services to the most vulnerable neighborhood and communities. The department's work involves planning, grant-making to nearly 200 community agencies, and providing direct services. The department's work is focused on making an impact in each of the six areas: 1) all Seattle youth are successful; 2) Seattle is affordable and livable; 3) all people in Seattle are sheltered; 4) all older adults are able to age in place; 5) all people in Seattle experience optimum health; and 6) all in Seattle are free of gender-based violence.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
The City of Seattle's Human Services Department (HSD) is seeking an experienced Human Resources Recruitment Specialist, with experience and solid knowledge of racial equity and social Justice, to support the department workforce needs. This position performs full life-cycle recruitment. In this role, you will work collaboratively with hiring managers to define staffing needs and creative ways to attract talent that meet the unique staffing needs for permanent opportunities. This position is also responsible for processing all transactional work related to the hiring process.</div><div><br>
This role requires broad knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources public administration and all applicable rules, procedures, labor contracts and related legislation. The successful candidate in this role is: committed to racial equity and social justice, has superior customer service skills, a high level of attention to detail and is committed to timely and consistent services.</div><div><br>
The HR division partners with executive and management teams, Local 17, Seattle HR, the RSJI Change Team and other stakeholders to meet business goals with focus on results and racial equity, stewardship, innovation and employee experience. Contacts are with all levels of employees and managers in the employing department, the Personnel Department and other City departments,</div><div></div><div><br>
The tentative duration for this assignment is expected to be 6 months.</div></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><ul><li><div>Interpret and apply internal Human Resources (Personnel) policies and rules, as well as the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) policies, practices and principles; adapt and apply within HSD Divisions.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Liaise between subject matter experts, division management and human resources staff to lead the development of job postings, examinations, recruiting and onboarding of regular and contingent staff.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Coordinate and facilitate employee selection processes, including screening tools.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Act as liaison between HSD and SDHR to coordinate special projects and studies.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Maintain and update internal ATS and HRIS systems.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Investigate and resolve employee and applicant complaints and problems; advise employees, or elevate concerns as appropriate for the issue, incident or event.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Partners with other HR Team Members to ensure a seamless onboarding process for New Hires.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Interpret and implement new labor contracts and other personnel-related legislation.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Participate in short- and long-term planning of personnel needs, resource utilization, and departmental goals and objectives.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Perform related duties of a comparable level and type as assigned.</div></li></ul></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></p><div><ul><li><div><br>
A bachelor's degree in social sciences, human resource management, business administration or related field</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
One year of progressively responsible professional public human resources recruitment administration or administrative support experience is required (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the position)</div></li></ul></div><b><br>
Desired Qualifications:</b><div><ul><li><div><br>
Three years or more of progressively responsible HR Recruitment or Recruitment Administrative support with demonstrated ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Solid knowledge of race and social justice principles and its importance to this position</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Familiarity with government ordinances, policies, job classification and HRIS records management systems.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Experience coordinating and maintaining Workday/NEOGOV software, Peoplesoft, EV5, ADP, or other ATS and HRIS systems.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
High level skills in Windows-based software including Internet, databases and Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Visio).</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with management staff.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Prior experience working in the public sector.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Prior experience working in unionized environment.</div></li></ul></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:</b></p><ul><li>
Completed NEOGOV online application.</li><li>
Current r&eacute;sum&eacute; indicating relevant experience and education.</li><li>
Supplemental questionnaire responses</li><li>
Cover letter explaining your experience in this type of work.</li></ul><div><br>
 The full salary range for this position is $40.71 - $47.56 per hour.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Effective January 3, 2025, s</b><b>taff are required to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.</b></div><div><br>
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans.</div><p><b><br>
Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including potential background check.</b><br>
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<b>Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</b></p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p>The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.</p></div></div></div>

Position Description
The Human Services Department (HSD) is one of the largest investors to the Seattle safety net, investing more than $89 million annually to community-based organizations that provide services to the most vulnerable neighborhood and communities. The department's work involves planning, grant-making to nearly 200 community agencies, and providing direct services. The department's work is focused on making an impact in each of the six areas: 1) all Seattle youth are successful; 2) Seattle is affordable and livable; 3) all people in Seattle are sheltered; 4) all older adults are able to age in place; 5) all people in Seattle experience optimum health; and 6) all in Seattle are free of gender-based violence.
The City of Seattle's Human Services Department (HSD) is seeking an experienced Human Resources Recruitment Specialist, with experience and solid knowledge of racial equity and social Justice, to support the department workforce needs. This position performs full life-cycle recruitment. In this role, you will work collaboratively with hiring managers to define staffing needs and creative ways to attract talent that meet the unique staffing needs for permanent opportunities. This position is also responsible for processing all transactional work related to the hiring process.
This role requires broad knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources public administration and all applicable rules, procedures, labor contracts and related legislation. The successful candidate in this role is: committed to racial equity and social justice, has superior customer service skills, a high level of attention to detail and is committed to timely and consistent services.
The HR division partners with executive and management teams, Local 17, Seattle HR, the RSJI Change Team and other stakeholders to meet business goals with focus on results and racial equity, stewardship, innovation and employee experience. Contacts are with all levels of employees and managers in the employing department, the Personnel Department and other City departments,
The tentative duration for this assignment is expected to be 6 months.
Job Responsibilities
Interpret and apply internal Human Resources (Personnel) policies and rules, as well as the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) policies, practices and principles; adapt and apply within HSD Divisions.
Liaise between subject matter experts, division management and human resources staff to lead the development of job postings, examinations, recruiting and onboarding of regular and contingent staff.
Coordinate and facilitate employee selection processes, including screening tools.
Act as liaison between HSD and SDHR to coordinate special projects and studies.
Maintain and update internal ATS and HRIS systems.
Investigate and resolve employee and applicant complaints and problems; advise employees, or elevate concerns as appropriate for the issue, incident or event.
Partners with other HR Team Members to ensure a seamless onboarding process for New Hires.
Interpret and implement new labor contracts and other personnel-related legislation.
Participate in short- and long-term planning of personnel needs, resource utilization, and departmental goals and objectives.
Perform related duties of a comparable level and type as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in social sciences, human resource management, business administration or related field
One year of progressively responsible professional public human resources recruitment administration or administrative support experience is required (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the position)
Desired Qualifications:
Three years or more of progressively responsible HR Recruitment or Recruitment Administrative support with demonstrated ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.
Solid knowledge of race and social justice principles and its importance to this position
Familiarity with government ordinances, policies, job classification and HRIS records management systems.
Experience coordinating and maintaining Workday/NEOGOV software, Peoplesoft, EV5, ADP, or other ATS and HRIS systems.
High level skills in Windows-based software including Internet, databases and Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Visio).
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with management staff.
Prior experience working in the public sector.
Prior experience working in unionized environment.
Additional Information
Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
Completed NEOGOV online application.
Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.
Supplemental questionnaire responses
Cover letter explaining your experience in this type of work.
 The full salary range for this position is $40.71 - $47.56 per hour.
Effective January 3, 2025, staff are required to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans.
Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including potential background check.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

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