Senior HR Generalist - Remote

Senior HR Consultant
The Washington State Treasurer's Office manages and safeguards public funds while supporting the financial health of Washington's communities. Our work helps fund critical public services and infrastructure that benefit people across the state. We are a team of dedicated professionals committed to integrity, innovation, collaboration, and public service. We are seeking an experienced Senior HR Consultant to serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to agency leadership, managers, supervisors and employees. Reporting to the Human Resources Director, this position provides expert consultation and leadership across the full spectrum of human resources, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term organizational goals. You will lead and support initiatives related to talent acquisition, employee relations, learning and development, compensation and classification, policy development, performance management, organizational effectiveness and workforce engagement. You'll also play a key role in helping OST cultivate an inclusive, high performing workplace. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety and is energized by the opportunity to influence organizational culture and employee experience.
We're seeking a human resources professional who brings:

Broad HR experience across multiple functional areas
Strong consulting and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and advise at all levels of an organization
Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and policy interpretation
The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and lead projects from concept to implementation
Strategic HR Partnership & Consultation

Provide consultations and recommendations on complex employee and organizational issues, balancing business needs with legal and policy requirements
Build strong relationships across the agency and partner with leaders to support workforce planning, employee engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness
Research, analyze, and interpret employment laws, policies, civil service rules, and HR best practices to inform decision making
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Lead the agency's recruitment and selection processes from workforce planning through onboarding
Partner with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies, position requirements, and selection plans that support organizational needs and inclusive hiring practices
Support organizational changes including position creation, restructuring, realignments, and workforce planning initiatives
Employee Relations & Performance Management

Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, workplace concerns, performance issues, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution
Consult with managers and supervisors on performance management, employee development, accountability, and effective workplace practices
Assist with workplace investigations, complaint resolution, and other sensitive personnel matters
Interpret and apply policies, procedures, and employment laws to ensure consistent and equitable outcomes
Learning, Development & Employee Engagement

Oversee and coordinate agency training programs and learning resources, including required statewide training initiatives
Develop and implement programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement, inclusion, and overall workplace experience
Compensation, Classification & HR Operations

Participate in classification reviews and compensation analyses, providing recommendations that support equity, consistency and organizational needs
Apply pay equity principles and objective criteria when evaluating compensation related actions
Support HR operational functions, including HR systems, payroll processes, records management and compliance requirements
Organizational Development & Special Projects

Lead or participate in special projects, committees, and agencywide initiatives that advance employee wellbeing, engagement and organizational success
Use data, trends and workforce insights to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and informed decision-making
A combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and experience will be considered. Demonstrated knowledge of human resources practices across multiple functional areas, such as employee relations, performance management, recruiting, compensation, benefits, leave administration, and policy interpretation. Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices. Experience working with managers and employees through performance, conduct, and workplace issues. Experience using HR information systems (HRIS) and common business software applications.
Recruitment lifecycle management
Experience in Washington State or public sector HR practices
Professional HR certification (e.g., In addition to completing the online application profile on careers.If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every qualification listed, we welcome your application and look forward to learning more about your experience.
A background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Beyond the traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance and retirement benefits, we offer flex spending accounts, dependent care assistance, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick leave. This position is based in Olympia, Washington, with offices located on the Capitol Campus in the Helen Sommers Building and the Legislative Building. Flexible scheduling and remote work options are available and consistent with agency business needs.
During the initial onboarding and training period, which may last up to six months, employees may be required to work onsite for up to two days per week. OST provides equal access and opportunity to anyone who qualifies regardless of immigration status, race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age (40 and older), disability, genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history) retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding.
For questions about this recruitment or for applicants in need of assistance during the application process, please contact Nadine Sordahl at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email to nadine.