Transit Leaves Manager
Transit Leaves Manager
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The Employee Services Division within theMetro Transit Department (MTD) seeks an experienced collaborative and motivatedTransit Leaves Manager.
As the Transit Leaves Manager you will lead guide oversee and support Metros Leaves Team ensuring the seamless execution of all protected leave processes within the Department while maintaining compliance and overall process success. This role is responsible for the ongoing implementation of the strategy to centralize leave support for the entire Metro Transit Department while delivering high-level quality service to support Metros protected leave needs.
The Transit Leaves Manager is a member of the Employee Services Management Team (ESMT) and reports to Metros HR Manager II. This position collaborates closely with human resource professionals across the county to offer specialized support to management and employees. This involves finding a balance between departmental operational requirements and compliance with relevant federal state and local laws and labor agreement provisions.
This recruitment will be used to fill one (1)Transit Leaves Manager.In addition this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool for future career service vacancies that may occur in this classification within this workgroup.The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the date of posting and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority. Job Duties
As the Transit Leaves Manageryou will:
- Lead and manage the Transit Leaves Teamby setting clear goals promoting effective communication supporting performance and fostering team development through coaching feedback and recognition.
- Oversee protected leave management processesto ensure compliance with state and federal laws labor agreements and internal policies. Ensure consistent equitable application across the organization.
- Implement and manage a centralized leave strategy for the entire Metro Transit Department focusing on fair and consistent access to leave programs and entitlements.
- Develop and monitor performance metricsfor the Transit Leaves program to track effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
- Create and maintain onboarding and training programsfor current and future team members to ensure understanding of leave systems policies laws and best practices. Provide ongoing learning to keep the team up to date.
- Foster a collaborative team cultureby encouraging involvement in decisions and valuing team feedback and input.
- Evaluate and support team performanceworking closely with individuals to build skills and improve results. Serve as the teams expert on FMLA and related laws guiding them through complex leave cases.
- Collaborate with internal and external partnersincluding HR Safety & Claims Labor Relations and Payroll to ensure compliant and consistent leave guidance aligned with labor agreements policies and regulations.
- Resolve escalated service issues and policy exceptionsby identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Participate as a working manageron Employee Services Management Team (ESMT) and perform other duties as assigned.
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
Minimum Qualifications and Skills:
- At least three years of leadership management or supervisory experience or a combination of education training and experience that provides the necessary knowledge and abilities.
- Extensive knowledge and experience applying federal state and local leave and accommodation laws (e.g. FMLA ADA) in a large unionized organization.
- Strong understanding of supervisory principles including team leadership employee development and coaching.
- Skilled in strategic planning project management and change management with a proven ability to plan and execute initiatives.
- Clear understanding of legal protections under FMLA ADA EEO and related employment laws.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and simply including use of visuals.
- Strong skills in prioritizing tasks allocating resources and managing cross-functional projects.
- Capable of identifying process gaps gathering input and creating effective solutions.
- Proven ability to build collaborative work environments resolve conflict and guide teams.
- High level of integrity and discretion especially when handling confidential information.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive situations tactfully.
- Strong organizational skills including managing multiple priorities and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with general human resources processes and procedures within the employee life cycle.
- Strong delegation and time management skills.
Highly competitive candidates will also have:
- Related vocational certifications such as Professional Human Resource designation (SPHR PHR SHRM-SCP SHRM-CP or IPMA-HR).
- Experience with PeopleSoft Human Resources Software.
- Experience working in the public sector in a highly unionized workforce.
Supplemental Information
Required Application Materials
- Supplemental questionsmust be completed.
- An online employment application to include all relevant employment history and experience related to this role as well as responses to supplemental questions.
- A cover letter limited to one page addressing the following points:
- Detail your leadership experience and demonstrate your leadership acumen.
- Explain your subject matter expertise in medical leave management including relevant qualifications and practical experience.
- Provide examples of your project/program management experience.
NOTE: Applications that do not include the required materials may be rejected as incomplete and not advance in the process.
Selection Process
All the application materials will be screened for qualifications competitiveness completeness attention to detail and written communications kills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks.
Work Schedule
This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule every other Thursday comprising a 40-hour workweek normally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Union Membership/Job Code
This position is not represented by a union. / 117401 (Human Resources Manager I)
Work Location
This position will be located in the King Street Center Building - 201 S Jackson St Seattle WA 98104TeleworkingRequirement
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly in a hybrid work environment working in the office andat home. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Who May Apply
This position is open to the general public and all King County employees.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact: Manal Tirhi
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
