Lakewood, WA

HR Jobs in Lakewood, WA

3 jobs found

Include remote jobs

1d ago

Human Resources Generalist

LAKEWOOD ACQUISITION LLC Lakewood, WA

Lakewood, WA

1d ago

$32 - $42/hr Full time Employee Records HR Compliance Hr Generalist

Apply Now

Job Description

Join LAKEWOOD ACQUISITION LLC in Lakewood, WA onsite, where you can play a hands-on role building people and culture programs from the ground up for a manufacturing workforce. This HR Generalist position reports to the Director of Human Resources and supports day-to-day HR operations while helping stand up HR infrastructure following an asset purchase.

What you’ll do

Help build HR infrastructure after the asset purchase, including employee files, workflows, forms, and standard operating procedures.
Support configuration and data setup in Paylocity, including employee records, job codes, and onboarding workflows.
Draft, update, and roll out policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.
Maintain accurate employee records in Paylocity through timely, detail-oriented data entry.
Serve as payroll backup, including reviewing timecards, processing changes, and supporting payroll as needed.
Pull HR reports and maintain HR data for audits, compliance, and leadership requests.
Maintain physical and digital personnel files in line with retention requirements.
Support hiring by posting openings, pre-screening applicants, scheduling interviews, and preparing offer letters.
Coordinate background checks, drug screening, and E-Verify.
Complete Forms I-9, verify documentation, and maintain I-9 files.
Run new hire orientation and onboarding for production and office employees.
Act as a first point of contact for employee questions and concerns.
Advise supervisors on employee relations matters, including coaching, documentation, and PIPs, escalating to the Director of HR as needed.
Assist with investigations, performance reviews, and the termination process.
Coordinate and track required and job-specific training.
Support performance management, engagement, and retention initiatives.
Help develop job descriptions, org charts, and career paths as the organization grows.
Partner with operations on safety programs, safety training, and incident follow-up.
Manage workers’ compensation claims and maintain OSHA logs.
Administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave, and disability.
Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and ACA and EEO-1 reporting.
Ensure compliance with federal and Washington employment laws and other applicable state requirements.

What you bring

3 to 5 years of experience as an HR Generalist.
Paylocity experience required.
Working knowledge of federal and Washington State employment laws.
Experience with payroll processing or payroll support.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with integrity.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Tools you’ll use

Paylocity
Microsoft Office
Excel
E-Verify

Compensation and benefits

Pay range: $32.00 to $42.00 per hour (non-exempt). Placement within the range depends on experience and qualifications.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employee contribution.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance, with employee contribution.
Paid Parental Leave.
401(k) with a 6% company match.
Three weeks of paid time off per year.

Preferred qualifications

Manufacturing industry experience.
Experience setting up or building an HR function, or supporting an acquisition or integration.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent experience.
SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certification.

View full job page →

8d ago

Human Resource Business Partner

State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health Services Lakewood, WA

Lakewood, WA

8d ago

$84k - $112k/yr Full time Business Partner Disciplinary Actions Employee Relations

Apply Now

Job Description

The State of Washington Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is seeking a Human Resource Business Partner to provide senior-level employee relations guidance across the agency. This hybrid role in Lakewood, WA supports appointing authorities, managers, and supervisors with practical HR recommendations grounded in law, policy, and collective bargaining agreements.

In this position, you will consult on complex workplace matters, help drive fair and consistent outcomes, and support organizational goals through clear, factual advice, including recommendations that explain the reasoning behind each course of action.

Role Focus

Provide professional-level HR consultation on employee relations issues, including performance management, investigations, and the just cause process.
Interpret and apply Federal and Washington State laws, DSHS Administrative policies, Program policies, and collective bargaining agreements to advise appointing authorities, managers, and supervisors.
Deliver recommendations for addressing personnel issues and achieving organizational goals, supported by factual analysis and an articulated “why” behind the recommendation.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as an employee relations consultant while demonstrating initiative and innovative thinking that strengthens trust with customers and the teams you support.
Supervise one or two Human Resource Consultant 3 staff, providing daily training and mentoring.
Draft HR-related correspondence, including disciplinary letters and notices to staff regarding pending investigations and alternate assignments.
Independently analyze highly complex human resource issues and develop solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) with major study in human resource management, business, public administration, social, or organizational behavioral sciences (or a related field).
Five years of professional human resource administration experience.
Additional professional human resource experience may be substituted for education, year for year.
Detailed application and understanding of laws, rules, WACs, and union contracts.
Experience supervising, motivating, developing, coaching, and leading subordinate staff or other teams.
Effective management skills serving as a consultant to business partners and staff.
Ability to provide options and advice to resolve highly complex human resource issues.
Commitment to fair and equitable treatment of employees, supporting high levels of employee morale and productivity.
Ability to manage change and influence positive management and workforce relationships.
Governmental public personnel human resource management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Human Resources certification preferred.
Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field, and four years of professional Human Resource experience.

Compensation and Location

Location: Lakewood, WA (hybrid)
Salary: USD 83,880 - 111,828 per year

Application and Additional Information

Submit 3 professional references, including your most recent supervisors, with contact information.
Include your current resume and a cover letter explaining how your knowledge, skills, and abilities qualify you for the role.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted.
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
DSHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs, or services based on protected categories.
For accommodations or alternative formats, contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810.
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
Neotism/Reporting Structure disclosure is required if selected, including disclosure of relatives, household members, close friends, or romantic partners within a potential supervisory chain of command.
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Questions

Contact DSHS Recruiter Grant Grady at grant.grady@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 08347.

View full job page →

2mo ago

Human Resource Consultant 3

State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health Services Lakewood, WA

Lakewood, WA

2mo ago Closed

$5,779 - $7,774/mo Full time Consultant Employee Relations Grievance Management

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 14, 2026).

Job Description

The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Office of the Secretary Human Resources Division is seeking a Human Resource Consultant 3 to provide consultative HR support for leaders and to manage key employee relations and labor relations functions. Based at Western State Hospital in Lakewood, WA, this hybrid role supports sound, timely decision-making across performance management, investigations, workforce planning, leave, and related HR activities.

This position is paid USD 5,779 - 7,774 per month and requires at least two years of professional human resource work experience. DSHS offers a flexible/hybrid schedule with in-office expectations to support operational needs.

What you will do

Provide consultative support to senior leaders, managers, and supervisors on employee performance, investigations, labor relations, workforce planning, employee leave, and other core human resources functions.
Analyze complex employee relations issues and develop practical, strategic options to support decision-making and timely resolution.
Draft clear, well-reasoned correspondence, including responses to complaints, performance expectations, disciplinary actions, and grievance responses.
Represent human resources in grievance meetings, appeals, and adjudicative forums to ensure HR positions are well supported, consistent, and defensible.
Serve as a trusted subject matter expert on performance management, employment laws, and department policy.
Develop and deliver tools, resources, and training to help leaders manage their workforce effectively while reducing risk and strengthening working relationships.
Use a solutions-focused, risk-based approach to consultation by presenting options and helping leaders understand tradeoffs.
Partner with labor relations staff and the Office of the Attorney General to prepare for hearings, respond to information requests, and support arbitration matters.
Participate in special projects and workgroups that improve HRD processes, service delivery, and consistency across programs.

Minimum qualifications

A bachelor’s degree with a focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or a related field.
Two years of professional human resource work experience.
Equivalent education/experience.

Additional preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities

Human resources expertise applying working knowledge of employee relations, leave laws, reasonable accommodation, discipline, and investigations.
Ongoing professional development or HR certification is highly valued.
Clear communication in writing and conversation to explain rules, decisions, and expectations.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Confidence in training and teaching HR topics for different audiences.
Inclusive consultation that supports equity, access, and inclusion and promotes respectful workplaces and effective supervisor-employee relationships.
Sound judgment to weigh risks, consider impacts, and choose fair options when situations are complex or sensitive.

Work schedule and notes

Approved for a flexible/hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of two in-office days per week.
Operational needs may require additional on-site work, and telework days may vary week to week.
Flexibility to be on-site when needed is important for this role.

Compensation and related benefits

Pierce County employees receive a free ORCA card for transportation purposes.
On-site work performed at these work locations at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium on-site pay along with the advertised salary.

Supplemental information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted.
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license.
Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
DSHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment, its programs, or services based on protected characteristics.
Accommodation requests for the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may be directed to the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810.
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
Selected applicants must disclose whether they have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within their potential supervisory chain of command; prohibited reporting relationships affect eligibility.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If you have questions, contact DSHS Recruiter Vincent Hamilton at vincent.hamilton@dshs.wa.gov and reference #06728.

View full job page →

HR Jobs in Lakewood, WA

Human Resources Generalist

Human Resource Business Partner

Human Resource Consultant 3

Get HR Jobs in Lakewood, WA alerts