Human Resources Business Partner (Strategic Advisor 1, General Government)

Salary: $51.88 - $77.82 Hourly
Location : Parks and Recreation Administration Bldg., 100 Dexter Ave. N., Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00644
Department: Seattle Parks & Recreation Department
Opening Date: 05/12/2026
Closing Date: 6/2/2026 4:00 PM Pacific


Position Description
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.
Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs and facilities.


SPR's Human Resources Division has a mission to provide expert support in attracting, developing, and retaining a quality workforce where our greatest asset - our People - serve, succeed, and thrive. SPR Human Resources is now hiring a Human Resources Business Partner to support Division leadership and implement anti-racist policies and programs by centering equity.


SPR's HR Business Partners' (HRBP) role is to partner with our leadership teams in supporting our employees. The primary role of the HRBP is to work at the forefront of Parks and Recreation's business lines to provide high quality HR resources, services, and support to assigned SPR Divisions. The HRBP is required to advance Race and Social Justice at SPR through the recommendations, development, and implementation of anti-racist policies. This role may be co-located in departmental workplaces to be visible and accessible to employees. This position will be required to travel between sites and will work from a variety of Parks and Recreation facilities.


The HRBP plays an important role in understanding the assigned Division's business strategy and goals and making recommendations that align with the direction of the business needs. The HRBP is actively involved and monitors the "pulse" of the employee experience to ensure a high level of employee engagement. The HRBP team centers its work on equitable and anti-racist practices, and a workplace culture where all employees can do their best work through engagement, support and belonging.


The HRBP provides leadership, HR consultation and expertise based on the Department's people, culture and organizational excellence priorities through anti-racist and equity centered programs. This position may supervise up to two employees.

Job Responsibilities
Employee Engagement:

• Provide resources and support by meeting employees where they are, creating a welcoming and safe space, active listening, and sharing information and resources for well-being
• Maintaineffectivecommunicationthroughtimelyresponses,redirecting to appropriate subject matter experts
• Develop and implement consistent and predictable HR practices, build trust with employees and leadership

Employee& Labor Relations:

• Consult with SPR management on matters related to employee performance, workplace expectations, personnel rules, and collective bargaining agreements
• Conduct thorough investigations through an equity lens by centering the employee experience
• Prepare investigative summary reports, analyze historical information, consult with leadership and make recommendations on disciplinary outcomes and actions
• Work in partnership with CAO, SHR labor Negotiator and SPR leadership
• Attend labor meetings including negotiations, support the grievance process responding to step 1 and step 2 grievances
• May support responses to SOCR, EEOC, WSHRC and other related requests for information

Performance Management:

• Facilitate SPR's annual performance management program in partnership with the HR Strategic Advisor
• Partnering with people leaders to deliver high quality and meaningful performance evaluations to employees
• Support people leaders in coaching, inspiring, and goal setting for employee success at SPR

Employee and Supervisor Support:

• Elevate people leader competence & identifying learning and development opportunities
• Partner with Learning & Development team to create learning modules related to HR policies, principles, and practices
• Recommend employee development opportunities as requested
• Maintain SharePoint with relevant up-to-date documents and other resources

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience, current SHRM CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR, experienced in Employment Law, ADA/EEO, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and a commitment to Race and Social Justice or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work.
• Successful Candidates will have expanded knowledge and act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the following subjects: Personnel Rules, Policies and Procedures, Workplace Expectations and Performance Management, Employee and Labor Relations, Compensation, Workers Comp and Equity and Race and Social Justice.

License, Certification, and Other Requirements:

• Candidates must pass an extensive background check.

Additional Information
Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

We recognize that artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as chatbots, automated response generators, or language models, can be helpful during the job search process. If you choose to use them, please carefully review all materials before submission to ensure accuracy, as you will be required to affirm that your responses are true and correct during the application process. Submitting inaccurate or misleading information may result in disqualification. Please also note that relying on AI to complete text-based supplemental questions or during interviews may not accurately represent your skills and experiences, which are critical to applicant success. In some cases, you may be instructed not to use AI tools during the selection process. Learn more about the City of Seattle AI Policy
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
This position is classified as a Strategic Advisor 1, General Government. The full salary range for this position is $51.88 - $77.82 per hour.
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:
SPR's Core Competencies for Strategic Advisors:

• Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions, decision-making and promoting high quality standards.
• Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
• Communication : Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
• Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.
• Teamwork : Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.
• Aligns Performance for Success: Collaboratively guiding and engaging the team to accomplish defined work goals.
• Direction and Delegation: Sharing authority and responsibilities with others to distribute decision-making and accountability throughout the organization enabling individuals to stretch their capabilities; and accomplishing the organization's strategic priorities.

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:
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Do you have five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience, SHRM CP/CP or PHR/SPHR, experience in Employment Law, ADA/EEO, Collective Bargaining Agreements or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work?

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Did you attach a resume and cover letter to your application package? Please note that submissions not containing these required documents will not be further reviewed.

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