This opportunity is open to current King County employees. We are not accepting external applications at this time. 

This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for HR Talent Coordinators in the following 6-months January 2025 - June 2025.

About the Role: 
King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) is looking for a Human Resource (HR) Talent Acquisition Specialist to join the Human Resources team! The HR Talent Acquisition Specialist will be a key member of the Talent Acquisition team and will be responsible for support for recruiting processes and several special HR projects. This is an exciting opportunity to make a large, direct impact within WTD as the HR team innovates and implements changes to support the rapidly growing division. This is also a great opportunity for individuals who would like to learn more and develop skills within the Human Resources field.

About the Team:
Our HR unit is committed to supporting the Wastewater Treatment Division which is dedicated to safeguarding water quality and public health in the central Puget Sound region. Our primary mission is to provide high-quality treatment to wastewater collected from local sewer agencies. Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 900 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We partner with regulatory agencies to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that serves over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist,you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

What You Will Be Doing: 

• Manage full cycle recruitment and selection processes including consulting with hiring managers, posting job opportunities, arranging outreach, screening applications, assist with preparation/development of hiring/interviewing materials, monitoring applicant tracking, and overseeing pre-employment processes. 
• Participate in recruiting activities including outreach, community connections and partnership, comprehensive recruitment planning, talent-sourcing, and developing talent pools and professional networks with a focus on increasing diversity in our workforce. 
• Create and process a variety of HRIS transactions in Peoplesoft, including but not limited to hires, special duty assignments, salary changes, simple to complex queries, etc.
• Support the successful adoption and implementation of HR process improvements across DNRP and WTD. 
• Demonstrated ability to create, maintain, manage files, and other records electronically.
• Research trends and provide analysis on HR issues, i.e., diversity, benchmarking practices, etc.
• Undertake special assignments and projects as requested.  

Qualifications You Bring:

• Increasingly responsible human resources generalist experience, with a strong emphasis on full-scale recruitment within a large-scale organization.
• Experience with enterprise level Human Capital Management (HCM) software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience researching, interpreting and applying human resources practices, employment law, including King County human resources policies, programs, procedures, EEO, disability accommodation, Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family Medical Leave Act, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in understanding and working with multiple union contracts, particularly in collaboration with skilled trades.
• Demonstrated ability to create, maintain, and manage recruitment files and other records electronically.
• Excellent time management and organization skills are required to work on a number of projects simultaneously and complete projects within specified deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to apply excellent customer service, verbal and written communication, organizational and negotiation skills, including the ability to work productively with different levels of management and staff during challenging conditions.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds, including sensitivity to and knowledge of various ethnic, cultural, and social economic backgrounds.
• Experience in using PeopleSoft Software.
• Experience in using NEOGOV for recruitment.
• Knowledge and experience with DNRP and/or WTD recruitment process.