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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailThe Washington State Department of Revenue (DOR) is seeking an HR Risk Manager in the Human Resources Division in Tumwater WA.
The HR Risk Manager leads the agency HR Employment Risk Team and is responsible for the development oversight and administration of the Departments Human Resources Liability Prevention functions.
This position independently assesses prioritizes plans implements and manages the following agency wide programs:
Employment Risk Management
Disability Accommodation
Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Complaint Investigation and Resolution
Protected Leave (PFMLA FMLA etc.
Employment and Misconduct investigations
Safety and Wellness
Equal Employment Opportunity and Washington Human Rights Commission Liaison
Labor & Industries Claim management.
Reporting to the Assistant Director Human Resources this position is a member of the divisions management team and is responsible for developing implementing and managing a wide range of employment risk management and liability prevention programs and their corresponding department policies on an agency wide basis. This position provides expert advice and consultation to appointing authorities regarding employment risk management programs including reasonable accommodation EEOC/HRC Sexual Harassment and Discrimination investigations. This position serves as a primary expert and resource for advice consultation program design policy development and investigation into highly sensitive employment law issues such as civil rights discrimination sexual harassment State and Federal Protected Leave laws and employee misconduct.DORis a dynamic learning organization where you will experience a remarkable worklife balance with amazing leadership and talented coworkers ready and focused to achieve the agencys goals. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences. We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color immigrants refugees LGBTQ people with disabilities and veterans. This unique culture of respect promotes a professional family of cohesive groups maximizing potential through opportunity. We offer a generous benefits package that includes defined benefit retirement plans; health dental and vision coverage deferred compensation plans and as a public service employee you may also be eligible for student loan forgiveness. Visit these links to watch ourrecruitment video to find out more about our agency and seewhat our employees say about why Revenue is a great place to work.
This position is responsible for the development oversight and administration of Revenues human resources liability prevention functions while supervising two senior Human Resource Consultants.
Additionally this position is the expert on state and federal employment laws providing expert consultation to executive management on a variety of state and federal employment laws as well as strategic planning for the development of policy procedures standards and programs for preventing employment law liability.
Manages the agencys disability accommodation program in accordance with the Washington Law Against Discrimination (WLAD) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other associated employment laws and coordinates the reasonable accommodation process for employees.
Conducts investigations into allegations of misconduct harassment and discrimination or violations of state and federal law and agency policy and procedures.
Develops and provides investigative reports and counsel to executive management.
Responds to complaints filed with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Washington State Human Rights Commission (HRC).
Coordinates compliance with the Family Medical Leave and state Family Care Act providing guidance and training to employees and management.
Cochairs the agency Safety and Wellness committee with the Departments Security Manager. Also provides staff support to the Leadership Team Safety and Wellness committee. Coordinates the agency Safety and Wellness Program assessing work safety issues ergonomics and maintains all workers compensations claims filed within the agency.
Develops internal wellness programs for the agency promoting wellness and health initiatives such as health risk assessments on site flu vaccinations health fairs and other wellness awareness programs.
Manages agency Workers Compensations Claims and agency Return to Work plans.
As part of HR leadership helps collaborate with other managers to mitigate employment risk throughout the department.
Any combination of education and experience that meets the knowledge skills abilities and behaviors (KSABs) listed below. Typical ways KSABs are obtained but are not limited to are relevant degrees training coursework and work experience relevant to the assignment.
Employment Law Expertise
Provides guidance on applying the ADA during the accommodation process ensuring compliance and avoiding legal liability
Interpret and apply employment laws such as Federal Americans with Disability Act Family Medical Leave Act Federal Labor Standards Act Age Discrimination in Employment Act Washington State Law Against Discrimination Family Care Act Paid Family Medical Leave Pregnancy Disability Act Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act Workers Compensation
Serve as the agencys representative interpreting applicable laws and drafting agency responses for EEOC/HRC complaints
Use independent judgment in assessing issues and making tactical and strategic decisions in the best interests of the Department regarding employment law
Risk Management
Assess agencywide employment risks and create policies and procedures to mitigate them Conduct investigations in accordance with law and agency policy
Strong influence change management and relationship building skills
Risk management principles practices programs and tort liability concepts
Investigative and Analytical Skills
Use investigative methodology to gather and analyze evidence
Develop reports and counsel leadership on next steps
Conduct complex investigations including producing documentation used to support legal action when necessary
Policy Development and Implementation
Develop procedures to ensure compliance with employment laws
Align agency strategy with best practices in risk reduction
Develop and recommend effective policies procedures and standards to address potential employment law liability
Decision Making
Evaluate employee needs and determine appropriate accommodations under ADA
Define the parameters of investigations and determine next steps
Communication and Consultation
Communicate technical information clearly and persuasively
Educate employees and management on compliance standards
Ability to analyze information define problems or objectives formulate logical and objective conclusions recognize alternatives and make recommendations
Ability to work in a fastpaced and changing environment and successfully manage a busy workload with multiple shifting priorities
Program Management
Manage program operations to ensure compliance and support employee wellbeing
Coordinate programs that improve workplace safety and employee health
Manage multiple projects and critical liability issues with the ability to effectively prioritize as needed to respond to changing needs and circumstances
Influence agency leaders to take action that mitigates agency risk and solves difficult employment issues Maintain strict confidentiality
Mediation negotiation and alternative dispute resolution principles methodologies techniques and practices
Program development implementation and management especially as it pertains to risk management
Research and analytical methodologies and techniques and strategies
Supervisory Leadership
Provide direction coaching mentoring and performance management
Ability to work with doctors employees supervisors and senior leaders to return employees to work as soon as possible
Coordinate efforts to reduce risk and promote policy compliance
Develop and implement agencywide wellness program
Ability to use technology
Technology and computer systems to improve efficiency accuracy and quality of work
Microsoft Office products and HRIS database
Data management
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree preferably in Human Resource Management Business or Public Administration social sciences or related field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
PHR SPHR SHRMCP SHRMSCP or IMPAHR certification.
To be considered for this rare and exciting opportunity:
To take advantage of Veterans preference please attach your DD214 member 4 long form or your NGB22. Please black out your social security number and date of birth before attaching.
The Department of Revenue is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and offer a respectful inclusive culture for people with disabilities as well as members of all protected groups and statuses. We encourage you to apply.
Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
If you need help during the application process please call the Human Resources Office at. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time