Sno-Isle Libraries
Closing Date: November 5, 2025 - 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
Applications must be completed and submitted prior to 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the closing date to be considered. Once you submit your application, you will no longer be able to make revisions or attach documents.
Pay Range: $12,897.73 - $18,317.87 monthly Job Status: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Employment Type: Regular FLSA: Exempt Location: Service Center, Marysville, WA
Sno-Isle Libraries is looking for a Human Resources leader who is collaborative, creative, results-oriented, customer service-focused, and has a breadth of human resources knowledge and experience. The ideal candidate understands government policy and operations, collective bargaining and labor relations, and information governance.
This position reports to the Executive Director and serves as a strategic partner and member of the Library District's senior leadership team. This role involves interaction with staff from all levels of the organization, overseeing the Library District's Human Resources and Information Governance teams, leading and developing an internal team supporting leave programs, recruiting and selection, records management, performance and development, collective bargaining, and compensation and benefits.
This role requires the incumbent to possess exceptional strategic leadership, human resources expertise, dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion, and to be a driver of innovation.
Sno-Isle Libraries has 23 locations in Snohomish and Island Counties which serve 800,000 people. The successful candidate will contribute to the Library District's effective operation, providing library services, spaces, and resources that are representative of diverse cultures and perspectives, intentionally inclusive, and accessible to everyone.
We Value Lived Experience
Sno-Isle Libraries is committed to embedding equity into our organization. As we engage in equity work, it's important to have a good foundation to frame the work and then provide training opportunities to build skills and knowledge.
We value and embrace the unique experiences our staff members bring to the organization and recognize how their experiences improve the service we provide.
Benefits
All Sno-Isle Libraries employees are eligible for sick leave, vacation leave, paid holidays, dental coverage, an employee assistance program, and an employer-paid ORCA Passport card. Employees working 20 or more hours per week also receive additional benefits such as medical and vision coverage, retirement savings, life insurance, and flexible healthcare and daycare spending accounts. For more information about these benefits, visit our employment webpage at sno-isle.org/employment.
Essential Duties
Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Align behavior with the library's mission, values, and strategic focus in serving a diverse stakeholder community. Lead the Human Resources and Information Governance teams who are responsible for the development, review, and implementation of initiatives to achieve services consistent with the Library District's vision, mission, values, and goals and embed the principles of equity, access, and inclusion. Work closely with the Executive Director and Leadership Team to establish human resources policies; respond to policy questions and interpret policies. Participate as a member of the Library District's Leadership team by providing broad thinking as it pertains to library service and operation. Exercise proper financial control over budgetary expenditures. Provide strong and creative leadership and vision, and oversee the administration of:
leave programs and policies including family and medical leave (FMLA), military, Workers' Compensation, other leaves offered, and sick leave donation program; recruiting and selection process to meet the human resource needs of the organization. Advise managers with regard to staffing and selection; may participate in the selection process; prepare periodic employment reports. the records management program, which includes the development, implementation, administration, and maintenance of systems for controlling use, maintenance, protections, and disposition of all records; Assure compliance of Sno-Isle Libraries Performance and Development Process.
Manage and direct the selection, implementation, and administration of an effective Human Resources Information System and other record keeping systems to assure compliance with legal requirements and access to information required for making management decisions. Advise managers and staff in matters affecting employee relations such as performance management or corrective action; where necessary, serve as third-party mediator in disagreements among employees or between employee and supervisor; respond to grievances; administer the Peer Review Dispute Resolution Program; develop and administer performance planning and review procedures. Develop and deliver HR training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of managers and employees. Align HR strategies with organizational objectives to support growth and employee development. Lead and support organizational development and change management initiatives, ensuring effective communication and employee involvement. Lead collective bargaining and labor relations. Ensure compliance with federal and state laws governing benefits and compensation, including reporting, document development and amendment, retention and communication. Additional Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with special initiatives as required. Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops to support learning and development. Represent the District at local, regional, and national meetings and conferences. Train new staff as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervision
The position reports to the Executive Director. The position directly supervises professional level support staff in performing the human resources and information governance functions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of human resource management programs, policies, systems and procedures; compensation and benefits; federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, administration of human resource information systems; and principles of training. Knowledge of information governance rules and regulations. Knowledge and demonstrated commitment to the application of the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Knowledge of and experience in collective bargaining and labor relations. Ability to write comprehensive policies, materials and reports. Ability to speak before a variety of groups and facilitate training. Ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with the public and co-workers. Demonstrated ability to preserve and protect the strictest confidence of highly confidential and sensitive information. Demonstrated ability to use computers, word processing, database and spreadsheet software as well as complex automated systems such as human resources information systems. Ability to speak, write and understand English clearly and concisely. Education and Experience
Knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position can be acquired by a combination of experience and education including:
These skills and abilities typically are acquired through a combination of experience and training including university-level education in such fields as human resource management, public administration or a related field. At least eight years of professional HR experience, including four or more years of supervisory experience. Professional certification such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP), or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) is preferred. Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Most of the work is carried out within a generally accessible, safe, indoor environment. While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent must operate computers for extended periods of time. An incumbent may occasionally move objects or materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
The incumbent must regularly communicate with coworkers and members of the public. These contacts and situations are deemed to be generally safe and free of undue stress, but require incumbents to be cordial, helpful, and skilled in interpersonal relations with others both in the public and within the Library District.
An incumbent may occasionally travel to the various community libraries in the District to meet with staff. To accomplish this travel, the incumbent must be able to drive and hold a valid Washington State driver's license or to arrange independently for such travel.
The following required questions will be asked during the application process and will be considered during the application evaluation:
Describe how your experience and skills meet the education and experience requirements for this position as listed on the job posting. Provide specific examples. Describe your experience with collective bargaining agreements or union negotiations. How do you ensure that hiring processes are equitable and inclusive? Share an example of a major organizational change you helped lead and how did you support staff through the transition. How do you ensure organizational compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) across multiple departments or locations. Describe a time when you had to resolve a complex employee relations issue.
Sno-Isle Libraries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. This and all Sno-Isle Libraries' positions are subject to transfer.
Pay Range: $12,897.73 - $18,317.87 monthly Job Status: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Employment Type: Regular FLSA: Exempt Location: Service Center, Marysville, WA
Sno-Isle Libraries is looking for a Human Resources leader who is collaborative, creative, results-oriented, customer service-focused, and has a breadth of human resources knowledge and experience. The ideal candidate understands government policy and operations, collective bargaining and labor relations, and information governance.
This position reports to the Executive Director and serves as a strategic partner and member of the Library District's senior leadership team. This role involves interaction with staff from all levels of the organization, overseeing the Library District's Human Resources and Information Governance teams, leading and developing an internal team supporting leave programs, recruiting and selection, records management, performance and development, collective bargaining, and compensation and benefits.
This role requires the incumbent to possess exceptional strategic leadership, human resources expertise, dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion, and to be a driver of innovation.
Sno-Isle Libraries has 23 locations in Snohomish and Island Counties which serve 800,000 people. The successful candidate will contribute to the Library District's effective operation, providing library services, spaces, and resources that are representative of diverse cultures and perspectives, intentionally inclusive, and accessible to everyone.
We Value Lived Experience
Sno-Isle Libraries is committed to embedding equity into our organization. As we engage in equity work, it's important to have a good foundation to frame the work and then provide training opportunities to build skills and knowledge.
We value and embrace the unique experiences our staff members bring to the organization and recognize how their experiences improve the service we provide.
Benefits
All Sno-Isle Libraries employees are eligible for sick leave, vacation leave, paid holidays, dental coverage, an employee assistance program, and an employer-paid ORCA Passport card. Employees working 20 or more hours per week also receive additional benefits such as medical and vision coverage, retirement savings, life insurance, and flexible healthcare and daycare spending accounts. For more information about these benefits, visit our employment webpage at sno-isle.org/employment.
Essential Duties
Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Align behavior with the library's mission, values, and strategic focus in serving a diverse stakeholder community. Lead the Human Resources and Information Governance teams who are responsible for the development, review, and implementation of initiatives to achieve services consistent with the Library District's vision, mission, values, and goals and embed the principles of equity, access, and inclusion. Work closely with the Executive Director and Leadership Team to establish human resources policies; respond to policy questions and interpret policies. Participate as a member of the Library District's Leadership team by providing broad thinking as it pertains to library service and operation. Exercise proper financial control over budgetary expenditures. Provide strong and creative leadership and vision, and oversee the administration of:
leave programs and policies including family and medical leave (FMLA), military, Workers' Compensation, other leaves offered, and sick leave donation program; recruiting and selection process to meet the human resource needs of the organization. Advise managers with regard to staffing and selection; may participate in the selection process; prepare periodic employment reports. the records management program, which includes the development, implementation, administration, and maintenance of systems for controlling use, maintenance, protections, and disposition of all records; Assure compliance of Sno-Isle Libraries Performance and Development Process.
Manage and direct the selection, implementation, and administration of an effective Human Resources Information System and other record keeping systems to assure compliance with legal requirements and access to information required for making management decisions. Advise managers and staff in matters affecting employee relations such as performance management or corrective action; where necessary, serve as third-party mediator in disagreements among employees or between employee and supervisor; respond to grievances; administer the Peer Review Dispute Resolution Program; develop and administer performance planning and review procedures. Develop and deliver HR training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of managers and employees. Align HR strategies with organizational objectives to support growth and employee development. Lead and support organizational development and change management initiatives, ensuring effective communication and employee involvement. Lead collective bargaining and labor relations. Ensure compliance with federal and state laws governing benefits and compensation, including reporting, document development and amendment, retention and communication. Additional Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with special initiatives as required. Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops to support learning and development. Represent the District at local, regional, and national meetings and conferences. Train new staff as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervision
The position reports to the Executive Director. The position directly supervises professional level support staff in performing the human resources and information governance functions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of human resource management programs, policies, systems and procedures; compensation and benefits; federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, administration of human resource information systems; and principles of training. Knowledge of information governance rules and regulations. Knowledge and demonstrated commitment to the application of the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Knowledge of and experience in collective bargaining and labor relations. Ability to write comprehensive policies, materials and reports. Ability to speak before a variety of groups and facilitate training. Ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with the public and co-workers. Demonstrated ability to preserve and protect the strictest confidence of highly confidential and sensitive information. Demonstrated ability to use computers, word processing, database and spreadsheet software as well as complex automated systems such as human resources information systems. Ability to speak, write and understand English clearly and concisely. Education and Experience
Knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position can be acquired by a combination of experience and education including:
These skills and abilities typically are acquired through a combination of experience and training including university-level education in such fields as human resource management, public administration or a related field. At least eight years of professional HR experience, including four or more years of supervisory experience. Professional certification such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP), or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) is preferred. Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Most of the work is carried out within a generally accessible, safe, indoor environment. While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent must operate computers for extended periods of time. An incumbent may occasionally move objects or materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
The incumbent must regularly communicate with coworkers and members of the public. These contacts and situations are deemed to be generally safe and free of undue stress, but require incumbents to be cordial, helpful, and skilled in interpersonal relations with others both in the public and within the Library District.
An incumbent may occasionally travel to the various community libraries in the District to meet with staff. To accomplish this travel, the incumbent must be able to drive and hold a valid Washington State driver's license or to arrange independently for such travel.
The following required questions will be asked during the application process and will be considered during the application evaluation:
Describe how your experience and skills meet the education and experience requirements for this position as listed on the job posting. Provide specific examples. Describe your experience with collective bargaining agreements or union negotiations. How do you ensure that hiring processes are equitable and inclusive? Share an example of a major organizational change you helped lead and how did you support staff through the transition. How do you ensure organizational compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) across multiple departments or locations. Describe a time when you had to resolve a complex employee relations issue.
Sno-Isle Libraries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. This and all Sno-Isle Libraries' positions are subject to transfer.