Talent Associate (Human Resources Associate)

JOB
Come make a difference and join team Metro!Metro Transit’s Employee Services Division is hiring two Talent Associates to support recruitment efforts for our Mobility, Administration, Safety, Security & Quality Assurance, and Vehicle Maintenance teams. Our ideal candidates are experienced administrative professionals who deliver exceptional customer service, show strong initiative, demonstrate attention to detail, and are passionate about diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Join us in shaping Metro’s diverse workforce by supporting key components of high-volume, high-visibility recruitments.Metro Transit’s Employee Services Division (Human Resources) supports the largest department in King County through recruitment and selection, workforce planning and development, leave and disability services, HRIS data and analytics, and electronic records management. We're immensely proud that our efforts enable Metro Transit to continue meeting the mobility needs of the county's growing population.Position Info: This recruitment will be used to fill two (2) Special Duty Assignments/Term Limited Temporary (SDA/TLT) vacancies for an HR Associate classification. The SDA/TLT’s are anticipated to last approximately 6 months and may be extended. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility list for future Special Duty Assignment (SDA), Term Limited Temporary (TLT), and Career Service (CS) vacancies that may occur in these workgroups and classification. The eligibility pool list would be retained for 12 months from the posting date and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.Who May Apply: We welcome applications from all interested candidates, including current King County employees and the public. Please refer to the "Supplemental Information" section of this job bulletin for the required application materials.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of this work. This position is comprised of the following core duties: Provide administrative support for full-cycle recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes.Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, ensuring seamless coordination with recruiters and the agency, all while delivering outstanding customer service.Engage with candidates, staff, and Talent Team members; both in person and remotely, while providing exceptional customer service and prompt support.Schedule, prepare, administer, oversee, and record the outcomes of candidate assessments and interviews.Manage HR-related documentation, ensuring accurate tracking and filing both electronically and in paper format.Manage the pre-employment process for candidates, including performing comprehensive background checks and reviewing criminal records, compiling employment references, coordinating testing to comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations, and reviewing records related to driving records, medical examinations, and licensure.Oversee the documentation and completion of hiring procedures for new hires within Metro Transit Department, including processing of I-9 paperwork on their first day of employment.Utilize various King County software and programs to monitor recruitment efforts, draft correspondence, compile reports, and manage records (including PeopleSoft, NEOGOV, and Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint.)Use Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and Zoom for organizing meetings and managing responses from team members and invitees.Uphold strict confidentiality regarding HR matters, including employment decisions and disciplinary actions.Ensure adherence to employment standards and legal requirements, including Federal, State, and local laws, including DOT and CDL regulations.Crosstrain with colleagues to provide mutual support within the Employee Services division and Talent Team. Represent and promote King County Metro Transit as a premier employer at community events, career fairs, and information sessions.Other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Who may apply: This recruitment is open to King County employees and the public. To Apply The following application materials are required: An online King County application updated with accurate contact information and relevant work history.Respond to all required supplemental questions in the application.Attach a one (1) page cover letter to your application that describes how you meet the qualifications for this position, highlighting your administrative support and/or human resources experience.Selection Process: Applications that do not include all of the required materials listed above will not be considered. Only the materials explicitly requested will be reviewed, additional documents or information will not be evaluated. Application materials will be screened for completeness and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews and possibly other selection process elements. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks and/or a record review. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application/assessment process, or have questions, please contact: Sabrina Brazzle at View email address on jobs.institutedata.com Position Information Work Location: This is a hybrid position. The team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. Currently, a minimum of 2 days in the office per week is required. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace 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 provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. The typical work week is 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Union Representation: The position is not represented by a union.Class Code: Human Resource Associate / 231101Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) EmployerNo 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.To ApplyIf you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.