Human Resource Business Partner (SDA)

King County Metro seeks an experienced Human Resources Business Partner for a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) lasting up to one year to partner with agency leaders and drive people practices, policies, and change initiatives in a large, unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for managers and employees on HR matters, routing technical inquiries to the Employee Services team as appropriate.
• Coach managers to resolve employee issues and develop employee centered programs aligned with Metro values.
• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to Metro Transit's divisions, collaborating with leadership to align talent strategy with business goals and foster a diverse, inclusive, community oriented workplace.
• Assess divisional needs and collaborate to implement HR solutions covering workforce management (including performance appraisals and reclassifications), succession planning, training, leadership development, employee engagement, and recognition.
• Support change management efforts and assist in developing and delivering change initiatives within the business.
• Guide managers through key employee relations topics such as career development, performance management, compensation, equity, inclusion, and belonging discussions.
• Review internal programs and policies for compliance with employment laws and organizational policies, recommending modifications as needed.
• Partner with the Employee Services team to improve work relationships, manage conflicts effectively, boost morale, and enhance productivity and retention.
• Support the adoption and mastery of leader standard work across Metro divisions.
• Coordinate with Employee Services to maintain consistent HR programs and practices across divisions.
• Facilitate group meetings on organizational development issues, delivering effective meeting design and consultation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Collaborate with Employee Services and cross functional teams to ensure organizational needs are met and provide input to inform approaches, priorities, and strategy.
• Demonstrate strong multitasking, prioritization, and accountability to complete tasks.
• Consolidate information from diverse sources to reach sound, policy based decisions.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with peers.
• Remain a self advocate and self starter with a proactive mindset.
• Set goals, deliver high quality work on time, and coordinate with teams to ensure consistency across divisions.
• Possess a solid understanding of organizational goals, employee experience, HR best practices, and problem solving skills.
• Advocate effectively, listen attentively, treat others with dignity and respect, and maintain composure in challenging situations.
• Show resilience and seize opportunities through collaborative effort.
• Maintain strong self awareness, understand personal strengths and biases, and commit to ongoing self management.
• Build trust by consistently upholding core values aligned with King County and Metro Transit.
• Be willing to engage in difficult conversations around diversity, protected classes, power, and privilege.
• Identify and take steps to ensure equitable opportunities for all employees to thrive.

Supplemental Information

• Who May Apply: This recruitment is open to all King County Metro employees.
• Required Application & Selection Process: Submit an online employment application.
• Required Application & Selection Process: Resume highlighting HR experience.
• Required Application & Selection Process: Complete supplemental questions.
• Required Application & Selection Process: Letter of interest describing how you meet the minimum requirements of this role.
• Work Schedule: Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act; not eligible for overtime. Typically Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week; variations may occur based on work needs.
• Work Location: Hybrid position with main site at King Street Center, 201 S Jackson St., Seattle, WA 98104. Hybrid model with in office and telecommuting; currently minimum two days on site per week, planned to increase to three days by summer end. Remote to onsite ratio may change with business needs.
• Union Representation: Not represented by a labor union.
• Class Code: 231301 Human Resources Analyst - Senior
• Contact: Tracy Bylund, [email protected]
• Note: Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
• Values: Guided by our True North and commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging, with a focus on workforce equity.
• EEO: King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; no person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on protected characteristics.