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Human Resources Consultant 4 (Olympia) HR Operations
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3. Human Resources Consultant 4 (Olympia) HR Operations# Human Resources Consultant 4 (Olympia) HR Operations**State of Washington**Olympia, WA## About DCYF
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is dedicated to supporting children and
families by building resilience, improving health, and strengthening educational outcomes. DCYF partners with state
and local agencies, Tribes, and community organizations across Washington to provide services at the most critical
points in the lives of children and families, giving them the tools they need to succeed..## The Opportunity
In this role, you will directly support DCYF’s mission to protect children and strengthen families by serving as a
trusted, expert-level HR consultant for an assigned region or functional area. You will independently advise managers
and employees on a wide range of complex HR matters, helping resolve sensitive issues with agency-wide impact. As a
key subject-matter expert, you will guide leaders in performance management, just cause principles, and progressive
discipline, while also providing specialized expertise in layoff processes, reversions, and rights of return. This is
an opportunity to influence equitable, consistent HR practices and strengthen the workforce that serves Washington’s
children, youth, and families.## Some of what you will get to do* Provide expert, legally sound HR consultation on performance management, investigations, disciplinary actions, leave, classification, and other complex HR issues.* Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements, federal/state laws, civil service rules, and agency HR policies for managers and employees.* Partner with Labor Relations to advise on grievances, participate in hearings, and draft or review grievance responses.* Review and advise on employee conduct and performance matters, including investigations, corrective action, and disciplinary processes.* Prepare disciplinary documents, support litigation/arbitration needs, and represent the agency in hearings related to disciplinary actions.* Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to plan and assess recruitments, review interview materials, and guide managers through recruitment and selection compliance.* Supervise HR Consultants by setting expectations, providing coaching, reviewing work, and conducting timely performance evaluations.* Lead staffing actions by making hiring recommendations, interviewing candidates, and completing required background and reference checks.* Plan, develop, and deliver HR-related training by assessing customer needs and collaborating with HR partners across key HR topics.* Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development to HR staff to ensure skill growth, proficiency, and completion of required training.## Required Qualifications**Seven (7) years** of experience and/or education, including:* Experience in broad-based human resources work providing consultation and guidance on complex HR issues.* Education with a major study in human resources, labor relations, organizational development, business, public administration, or social/behavioral sciences.**AND*** The ability to take action to learn and grow.* The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.**Demonstrated competency in:*** HR consulting and advisement* Labor relations and contract interpretation* Investigations and disciplinary processes* Analysis, problem-solving, and conflict resolution* Written and verbal communication* Customer service and business acumen* Change leadership and organizational effectiveness* Team leadership, coaching, and supervision* Research, data analysis, and report preparation* Confidentiality and professional judgment## Preferred Qualifications* SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or similar professional HR certification* Experience using NeoGov and HRMS* Prior lead or supervisory experience
Complete your applicant profile on careers.wa.gov and attach the following documents:* Current resume detailing experience and education.* Letter of Interest.## Supplemental Information
DCYF is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates
to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you
are excited about this role but you believe your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every
qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
DCYF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual
orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of
any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.## Questions / Accommodation Requests
Contact Cole Alford (Talent Acquisition Specialist):
cole.alford@dcyf.wa.gov.
If you’re experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, call NEOGOV
toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email
emailsupport@neogov.com.## Veterans’ Preference & Accessibility
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their
DD214 or NGB Form 22 (or other verification of military service). Please redact the social security number before
attaching documents.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the
Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.### Job DetailsTitle: Human Resources Consultant 4 (Olympia) HR OperationsResponse Due: 01/04/2026Organization: State of WashingtonStarting Salary: 6,259.00Employment Type: Full-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is dedicated to supporting children and
families by building resilience, improving health, and strengthening educational outcomes. DCYF partners with state
and local agencies, Tribes, and community organizations across Washington to provide services at the most critical
points in the lives of children and families, giving them the tools they need to succeed..## The Opportunity
In this role, you will directly support DCYF’s mission to protect children and strengthen families by serving as a
trusted, expert-level HR consultant for an assigned region or functional area. You will independently advise managers
and employees on a wide range of complex HR matters, helping resolve sensitive issues with agency-wide impact. As a
key subject-matter expert, you will guide leaders in performance management, just cause principles, and progressive
discipline, while also providing specialized expertise in layoff processes, reversions, and rights of return. This is
an opportunity to influence equitable, consistent HR practices and strengthen the workforce that serves Washington’s
children, youth, and families.## Some of what you will get to do* Provide expert, legally sound HR consultation on performance management, investigations, disciplinary actions, leave, classification, and other complex HR issues.* Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements, federal/state laws, civil service rules, and agency HR policies for managers and employees.* Partner with Labor Relations to advise on grievances, participate in hearings, and draft or review grievance responses.* Review and advise on employee conduct and performance matters, including investigations, corrective action, and disciplinary processes.* Prepare disciplinary documents, support litigation/arbitration needs, and represent the agency in hearings related to disciplinary actions.* Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to plan and assess recruitments, review interview materials, and guide managers through recruitment and selection compliance.* Supervise HR Consultants by setting expectations, providing coaching, reviewing work, and conducting timely performance evaluations.* Lead staffing actions by making hiring recommendations, interviewing candidates, and completing required background and reference checks.* Plan, develop, and deliver HR-related training by assessing customer needs and collaborating with HR partners across key HR topics.* Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development to HR staff to ensure skill growth, proficiency, and completion of required training.## Required Qualifications**Seven (7) years** of experience and/or education, including:* Experience in broad-based human resources work providing consultation and guidance on complex HR issues.* Education with a major study in human resources, labor relations, organizational development, business, public administration, or social/behavioral sciences.**AND*** The ability to take action to learn and grow.* The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.**Demonstrated competency in:*** HR consulting and advisement* Labor relations and contract interpretation* Investigations and disciplinary processes* Analysis, problem-solving, and conflict resolution* Written and verbal communication* Customer service and business acumen* Change leadership and organizational effectiveness* Team leadership, coaching, and supervision* Research, data analysis, and report preparation* Confidentiality and professional judgment## Preferred Qualifications* SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or similar professional HR certification* Experience using NeoGov and HRMS* Prior lead or supervisory experience
Complete your applicant profile on careers.wa.gov and attach the following documents:* Current resume detailing experience and education.* Letter of Interest.## Supplemental Information
DCYF is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates
to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you
are excited about this role but you believe your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every
qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
DCYF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual
orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of
any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.## Questions / Accommodation Requests
Contact Cole Alford (Talent Acquisition Specialist):
cole.alford@dcyf.wa.gov.
If you’re experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, call NEOGOV
toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email
emailsupport@neogov.com.## Veterans’ Preference & Accessibility
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their
DD214 or NGB Form 22 (or other verification of military service). Please redact the social security number before
attaching documents.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the
Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.### Job DetailsTitle: Human Resources Consultant 4 (Olympia) HR OperationsResponse Due: 01/04/2026Organization: State of WashingtonStarting Salary: 6,259.00Employment Type: Full-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr