Manager - Human Resources (E)

Salary: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually

Location : Shoreline Community College, WA

Job Type: Administrative Exempt

Job Number: HRMgr2024

Department: Human Resources & Employee Relations

Division: Human Resources

Opening Date: 05/14/2024

Job Summary

Date of First Consideration: June 9, 2024*
Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000 yearly, depending on qualifications and experience

*Applications received by the date of consideration will have priority in the review process, noting the position will remain open until a final hire is made in the event a return for review of late applications is needed.

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The Human Resource (HR) Office serves as a critical component of the College's service areas through administration of recruitment/selection, compensation/benefits, performance management, employee/labor relations, training and development, and employment law compliance. Reporting to the Executive Director, the HR Manager leads the College's ongoing efforts towards employment equity, engagement, and retention. The successful candidate for this role will be able to effectively adjust and adapt to changing work priorities and needs, as well as balance employee focused service with proactive legal compliance. A team of 4 employees directly report to this position for the performance of operational tasks and projects within assigned areas of expertise.

Primary responsibilities include the following:

• Supervise staff and assure effective performances while building a team responsive to diverse College needs
• Manage the timely completion College recruitment activities, providing backup to the HR recruiters and/or leading recruitments where appropriate
• Collect data, maintain records, analyze/compile information, and prepare narratives and statistical reports
• Collaborate with the Payroll Office to ensure timely compensation/personnel data updates, including the twice monthly audit of compensation documents submitted for processing
• Serve as the College's lead administrator on the classified Union Management Communication Committee
• Lead the Prof Development Workgroup, Wellness Committee, and Employee Engagement Committee
• Coordinate/deliver quarterly employee engagement activities which build community and rapport
• Manage the College's professional development calendar, ensuring a variety of opportunities by topic/level
• Develop/deliver quarterly supervisor training related to their responsibilities with hiring, training, conflict resolution, performance evaluations, succession planning, etc.
• Manage reporting for unemployment, worker's compensation claims, and the Stay At Work Pgm
• Manage the applicable provisions of negotiated employees' collective bargaining agreements and advise admin/supervisory staff regarding interpretation and application of agreements
• Advise administrators, supervisory staff, and employees in addressing employee concerns/resolving issues
• Coordinate the accurate use of all salary programs and pay categories including applicable provisions of the faculty and classified staff collective bargaining agreements, the administrative/exempt compensation plan, and non-permanent employees (NPE) pay schedules.
• Utilize ongoing cycle of assessment with regards to HR activities to meet College, unit, and employee needs
• Prepare and/or direct the preparation of a variety of written correspondence, internal and external reports, procedures, and other materials; direct the maintenance of working and official Human Resources files
• Keep current with laws, trends and technology that may affect Human Resources operations
• Promote an environment supportive of the College mission and vision
• Represent department, division or within the College, in the community, in professional organizations, with state boards, commissions and other agencies.

Perform other duties as assigned (of a similar nature or level)
Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree OR equivalent education/experience
• Five (5) years of experience with HR leadership or administration
• Experience directly supporting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in the workplace

Knowledge Of:

• Microsoft Office 360 applications such as Sharepoint/OneDrive, Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.
• ctcLink, PeopleSoft or similar enterprise resource applications
• Fair Labor Standards Act, Title IX, Equal Employment Opportunity, Americans with Disabilities Act
• Best practices for effective employee engagement, development, and retention
• Employment within a collective bargaining environment

Skill In:

• Fostering a climate of equity/belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness.
• Leading workgroups/teams in the completion of shared work towards assigned objectives.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships at all organizational levels.
• Time management, multitasking, and coordinating outcomes/activities with multiple partners.
• Interpreting and applying complex laws, regulations, and policies with accuracy.
• Effectively communicating (both orally and in writing) with diverse groups and individuals at all levels.
• Handling sensitive situations using sound independent judgment within legal guidelines.
• Developing specialized services and support specific to the populations served.
• Collaborating with or leading groups of people in various situations including open discussion, training sessions, workgroups, and committees.

Conditions of Employment

Physical Work Environment:
The College is currently providing services in a mixed modality of operations (both online and in-person services are offered). Administrators are assigned to work on campus, noting there may be some opportunities to work remotely based on program or area needs. If authorized for limited remote work, employees will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. When working on-campus, this position will perform work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment and physically attend meetings both on and off campus, using the ability to communicate in person or through appropriate means. This position may be required to work weekends and evenings where appropriate or needed.

Terms Of Employment/Salary:

• This is a full-time administrative/exempt annually contracted position
• Initial salary placement determined by the College dependent upon education/experience.
• Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.

Other Conditions:
Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit:

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at [redacted].

In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.

In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.
Required Materials

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• NEOGOV online profile, application, and supplemental question(s)
• Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the needs of the position
• Current resume

Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.

You can't check off every listed knowledge, skill, and ability? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that traditionally marginalized communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification - even if they might be a great fit for the role!

*Community Standard Statement

"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly ..."

-- Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Shoreline Community College is a place for students, employees, and the community to pursue excellence in education in an environment dedicated to equity, inclusiveness, and self-reflection. We value respectful, dynamic interactions and lively discussion. We strive to create an environment where everyone is supported and valued. Shoreline Community College does not tolerate hateful, violent, or discriminatory actions that target any person or group based on their beliefs, customs, identity, or affiliations. When one of us is diminished, all of us are diminished.

ADMINISTRATIVE EXEMPT, CLASSIFIED, AND FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
*See bottom for Part-Time Faculty Benefits Information
Comprehensive Benefits Packages

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional Flexible Medical Spending Account (FSA)
• Optional Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Optional SRA Tax Annuities
• Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
• Optional Home/Auto Insurance with Liberty Mutual
• Optional Credit Union participation
• Optional GET (Guaranteed Education Tuition) Program
• Tuition Waiver
• Various Professional Development & Wellness Programs

Health Insurance
Employee premiums for health insurance range depending on the plan and dependents covered.

• Two options for standard managed-care plans
• One value managed-care plan
• Three preferred provider options
• Two CDHP options

Dental Insurance
Employees have three dental plans to choose from.

• Two managed-care dental plan
• One preferred provider dental plan

Life Insurance
Life Insurance overview:

• $35,000 basic coverage and $5,000 accidental death and dismemberment coverage at no cost to the employee
• Optional coverage for spouse, children, supplemental, optional, and additional accidental death and dismemberment coverage - all at additional cost to the employee

Long-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance overview:

• Basic Coverage: 90 day waiting period, $240 per month maximum
• Optional Coverage: 90+ day waiting period, 60% of gross pay - tax free (retirement plan still continues)

Retirement Plans

• Public Employees Retirement System Plan 2 or Plan 3. Classified and civil service positions eligible to participate.
• Teacher's Retirement System (TRS) - Plan 3. Available for those who have been enrolled and vested in the past
• State Board Retirement Plan administered through TIAA-CREF - full time faculty and administrative/exempt positions eligible to participate.

The Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) manages health, dental, life, and long term disability insurance. The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services administers Shoreline's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

PART-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
A part time faculty member becomes eligible for benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. Spring and fall quarters are considered consecutive quarters for benefits eligibility. Half time is determined based on each institution's definition of full time.
A part time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach to maintain eligibility. Once eligible, part time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options.

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Describe your experience with implementing proactive measures which support diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Please include how success was measured, and the impact of your efforts.

02

Please describe your experience developing engagement and wellness programs to support employee belonging and retention. Provide a specific example of an activity you have developed/run and include data used to identify the need and assess the outcome of the activity towards it.

Required Question