Human Resources Officer, East Valley School District
Human Resources Officer, East Valley School District
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Job Title: Human Resources Officer East Valley School District
Reports to: Director of Human Resources
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30am 4:00pm (8.0 hours per day hours may vary depending on district needs) beginning immediately after hire 260 days per year
Salary: $33.99 - $41.90 per hour depending on placement District Non-Represented
Benefits:Click Here to view Employee Benefit Information
Job Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Human Resources or designee this Officer position supports the districts mission by managing and coordinating a wide range of HR functions including employee onboarding compliance and data management. This role ensures efficient HR operations while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Essential Job Functions:
This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:
- Coordinate the full-cycle hiring process including job postings applicant tracking interviews onboarding and orientation.
- Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding payroll benefits (including retirement programs) and leave policies.
- Maintain accurate employee records including but not limited to: new hires resignations retirements and leaves of absence.
- Support substitute staffing and training coordination.
- Communicate with universities to coordinate student teacher placements and maintain related records.
- Enter and maintain HR and payroll data in district software systems.
- Generate custom reports for administrators and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
- Continuously evaluate and improve data systems including employee management absence management and volunteer tracking.
- Administer and monitor FMLA PFML and other leave programs from initiation to closure.
- Coordinate workers compensation claims and related documentation.
- Manage annual coaching contracts and serve as the HR liaison for coaching staff.
- Manage classified contracts and serve as the HR liaison for classified staff.
- Interpret and enforce collective bargaining agreements and district policies.
- Assist with employment background checks and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
- Conduct or assist with internal investigations related to employee conduct complaints or policy violations ensuring thorough documentation and confidentiality.
- Track and maintain training records and ensure staff meet required training deadlines.
- Monitor and maintain employee certification and licensure records in accordance with state and district requirements.
- Notify staff of upcoming certification expirations and assist with renewal processes.
- Ensure compliance with OSPI (Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction) and other regulatory bodies.
- Manage and track recurring HR deadlines related to payroll benefits enrollment contract renewals compliance reporting and staffing cycles.
- Develop and maintain calendars and checklists to ensure timely completion of cyclical HR tasks throughout the academic year.
- Prioritize and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proficient in organizing and maintaining both physical and digital personnel files in accordance with district policies legal requirements and best practices for confidentiality and accessibility.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive personnel information and adhere to data privacy standards.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries in a professional and courteous manner.
- Draft edit and format correspondence reports and presentations using various software tools.
- Collaborate with school leaders and departments to support staffing and HR initiatives.
- Represent the HR department in meetings and training as needed.
- Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet district deadlines.
- Regular on-site attendance is required.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Desired Skills:
- Experience in the public sector or K-12 HR operations strongly preferred.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Publisher) with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new HRIS and district-specific software systems.
- Strong understanding of Washington State labor laws and education-related HR policies.
- Strong clerical skills including accurate record keeping document formatting proofreading grammar spelling and punctuation.
- Excellent interpersonal organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to equity diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and in compliance with confidentiality standards.
- Flexible and proactive in learning new concepts adapting to changing priorities and taking initiative in problem-solving.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff administrators and external partners.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to an inclusive workplace.
- Maintains a high standard of professionalism reliability punctuality and diplomacy in all interactions.
- Able to work independently prioritize tasks make sound decisions and follow through with minimal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum two years of college or equivalent work experience (documentation required at time of application); college degree strongly preferred.
- Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.
- Valid Washington State drivers license or evidence of mobility.
- Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later).
- I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act.
- Completion of all district-required trainings within thirty (30) calendar days from hire date.
- Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds or 33% of body weight whichever is less.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions and skills of this job. This is an office job. The employee is confined to a work area; required to have precise control of fingers and hand movements; experiences constant interruptions and inflexible deadlines; must be able to work at a computer monitor for prolonged periods; and must be able to crouch crawl bend kneel and lift/move objects such as files boxes etc. The employee may be required to deal with distraught and/or angry persons and may be exposed to infectious diseases carried by children. The noise level in the work environment is acceptable to this particular environment and can vary depending upon daily activity but will remain within acceptable ranges.
Evaluation:
The Human Resources Officer shall be evaluated periodically by the Director of Human Resources pursuant to the currently established district procedures and evaluation criteria. The process shall include an evaluation of the employees performance of the above essential job functions and skills.
Classification History:
Job description developed: May 2017 bmr
Job description revised: July 2025 jls
East Valley School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination; Title IX Compliance Coordinator: Jane Stencel Phone: ; ADA/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Jane Stencel Phone: ; Section 504 Coordinator: Heather Awbery Phone: ; Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Brian Talbott Phone: 3830 N. Sullivan Rd Bldg. 1 Spokane Valley WA 99216.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
