HR Talent Coordinator Job at King County Metro in Seattle

Summary

The posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for HR Talent Coordinators in the following 6-months November 2025 - April 2026.

About The Role

The HR Talent Coordinator will work with the HR talent acquisition team and hiring authorities to hire, promote, and develop our division’s workforce in a timely and equitable manner. This is an exciting opportunity to make a large, direct impact within WTD as the HR team innovates and implements changes to support the rapidly growing division. Join a team that’s collaborative, supportive, and always open to new ideas that help us evolve and deliver even greater value to the organization. The Wastewater Treatment Division HR team is made up of highly skilled professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. We’re committed to efficiency and excellence in HR service—while also making room for connection, creativity, and a healthy work-life balance. This recruitment aims to fill a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term‑Limited Temporary (TLT) position with an up to 2‑year assignment.

About The Team

Our HR unit is committed to supporting the Wastewater Treatment Division which is dedicated to safeguarding water quality and public health in the central Puget Sound region. Our primary mission is to provide high‑quality treatment to wastewater collected from local sewer agencies. Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With about 1000 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment. We partner with regulatory agencies to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well‑managed agency that serves over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region.

Commitment To Equity, Racial And Social Justice

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a HR Talent Coordinator, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity. Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing

• Use PeopleSoft, NEOGOV, Word, Excel, and Teams to complete recruiting activities and projects; assist with the maintenance of personnel and human resources files and records, including Laserfiche administration.
• Provide support with HR process creation and data tracking.
• Provide recruiting support, including candidate outreach, scheduling, materials coordination, recruitment events, and act as the designated back‑up for HR Analyst Recruiters for assigned recruitments.
• Assist in new employee pre‑employment processing and onboarding support.
• Assist with a variety of HR/recruiting special projects.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring

• Highly proficient in the use of various computer software such as but not limited to: Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint and Teams.
• Progressive experience providing customer service, human resources, or administrative support.
• Experience with or working knowledge of an applicant tracking or customer relationship management system.
• Experience working in data entry and basic data analysis experience.
• Experience working with the public and/or diverse constituencies.

Competencies You Bring

• Customer Focused – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions.
• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Resourcefulness – Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
• Values Differences – Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Nimble Learning – Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring

• SHRM or HRCI certified or AA/BS in Human Resources.
• Experience working with confidential records and/or materials.
• Experience with or working knowledge of NEOGOV.
• Experience with or working knowledge of PeopleSoft or other enterprise level Human Resource Information System.

Working Conditions

• Work Location: The Human Resource team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Collaboration space at King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104.
• Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
• King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department’s hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County‑issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
• Work Schedule: This position is non‑exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: Teamsters Local 117 Professional & Technical and Administrative Support collective bargaining agreement.
• Duration: This recruitment aims to fill a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term‑Limited Temporary (TLT) position with an anticipated 2‑year assignment.

Application And Selection Process

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Internal King County employees will receive first consideration. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

To Apply, Submit a

• Complete Application
• Resume
• Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted)
• Responses to the supplemental questions

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Diana Eberly at diana.eberly@kingcounty.gov

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement: eligible employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred‑compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page. This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based on the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

Priority Placement Participant Questionnaire

• 1. Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full‑time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
• 2. If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff
• 3. You understand this is a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term‑Limited Temporary (TLT) position with an anticipated duration of up to 2 years.
• 4. Describe your experience working with an applicant tracking (ATS) or customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and where you performed this work. (250 words or less)
• 5. Describe your experience working with the public and/or diverse constituencies in person and over the phone, and where you performed this work. (250 words or less)
• 6. Describe your experience providing customer service, human resources, or administrative support and where you performed this work. (250 words or less)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.