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Director's Review Specialist

State Of Washington

Job Location:

Thurston County, WA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 75000 - 94872

Posted: 19 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 16 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Hybrid:Our physical office is in Olympia WA. We offer flexible work schedules and locations. This is a hybrid position where most of the work can be done remotely. However you must reside in the state of Washington and travel to in-person activities meetings and events as needed for business purposes.

Why work for OFM
The Office of Financial Management OFM) serves as the backbone of Washington state government. Our mission is to make our state a better place by connecting people budgets policies data and systems for state agencies and the Legislature. Our team includes budget advisors researchers and other experts all dedicated public servants working towards an equitable future for every Washingtonian. If you want to play a key role in enhancing how state government serves its citizens youve found the right place. Join us in making a meaningful difference for every Washingtonian!

The job opportunity
Join the Office of Financial Managements State Human Resources (SHR) Division as a Directors Review (DR) Specialist and play a critical role in supporting fair consistent and effective human resources practices across Washington State government. As a subject matter expert within the Classification Compensation and Directors Review Section you will independently review and evaluate a wide range of employee and/or employer-initiated requests including Directors Review allocation or reallocation requests remedial actions performance evaluation procedures Washington Management Services band inclusion and exclusion determinations and removal of an individuals name from a layoff list requests. Your work will ensure decisions are well-reasoned legally sound and aligned with civil service laws collective bargaining agreements rules policies and procedures.

In this highly visible role your decisions will help shape statewide HR practices by providing guidance on interpreting and applying civil service standards. You will collaborate with employers and HR professionals across state government to promote consistency fairness and compliance while contributing to continuous improvement efforts that strengthen Washingtons HR systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HR professional who enjoys complex analysis objective decision-making and making a meaningful impact at the enterprise level.

What youll work on
Directors Review Case Management

Conduct Director Reviews for position allocations removal of names from layoff lists performance evaluation process/procedure issues remedial action requests (e.g. converting non-permanent to permanent) WMS inclusion/exclusion decisions and other actions outlined in WAC.
Determine appropriate review method (in person phone conference or written review).
Independently prioritize caseload and manage timelines.
Review case file documentation and schedule conferences with involved parties when needed.
Compare complex ambiguous position descriptions exhibits and job specifications in order to determine the appropriate job classification and allocation.
Analyze issues using:
- PRB case precedent
- Laws rules and WAC Title 357
- Classification guidance
Prepare clear concise written determinations for the Directors signature (or CHROs signature for WMS cases).
Apply expert-level knowledge of Washington States job classification plan compensation structure and IT Professional Structure job families.
Develop and refine Directors Review procedures processes and templates for new job classification structures.
Monitor DR requests and produce monthly reports for State HR and agency/higher-ed partners.
Track caseload progress and implement monthly goals.
Identify problematic class specifications and share insights with peers and SHR Classification staff.
Present issues trends and solutions to SHR leadership.
Maintain accurate case records and support ongoing process improvements.
Provide detailed guidance on Directors Review rules regulations and procedures to agencies higher education institutions unions and employees.
Troubleshoot case-specific issues and respond promptly to DR inbox inquiries.
Conduct peer reviews of DR determinations.
Prepare cover letters and distribute final determinations to all required parties.
Save determinations in shared drives ensure proper retention and close cases in the DR CRM database.

What we need you to bring
Required Qualifications:

Demonstrate experience in Washington State human resources systems civil service rules or classification and compensation practices including applying policy or rule to complex personnel matters.
Research and analyze complex personnel classification or employment matters.
Prepare clear well-supported written recommendations reports or decisions for review by leadership or an oversight authority.
Interpret and apply policies rules collective bargaining agreements or regulatory frameworks.
Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Office software including Outlook Word and Excel.
And one or more of the following areas of specialized experience:
- Apply the State of Washington classification and compensation structure including allocation or reallocation of positions.
- Support director-level review processes administrative reviews or employee hearings.
- Prepare written appeal decisions findings or determinations subject to review by leadership.
- Provide consultation or analysis related to civil service rules or classification/allocation determinations.
The ability to take action to learn and grow.
The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in business human resources public administration law or a related field.
Experience allocating or reviewing positions within the Washington State classification system.
Familiarity with the IT Professional Structure.
Experience supporting senior-level or executive-level HR reviews or administrative appeals in allocations.
Experience working in a unionized public sector environment.

We are committed to finding the candidate whose skills and experience align best with this role. We recognize that strong candidates may come from a variety of professional backgrounds and experiences. If your qualifications align with the role and you excel in collaborative environments can manage competing priorities and are committed to equitable and inclusive practices we encourage you to apply.

Supplemental Information

What we offer

At OFM we foster aculture of integrity innovation inclusion and belonging. We value both learned and lived experiences believing that diversity makes us stronger. To support your health and well-being we offer a variety of benefit programs for our employees.

Please visit our Recruitment site for a full list of employee benefits. Heres a quick glance at some of the unique benefits that OFM offers:

A culture that values and strives to advance diversity equity inclusion and belonging
Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
12 paid holidays 14 paid vacation days (minimum) and 12 days of sick leave per year
State retirement programs

Application Process: Once youve decided to apply for a state government job youll complete an online application to showcase your qualifications. Keep in mind that once you submit the application a real person will read it. We do not use AI or other technology to screen your application.Please ensure you provide clear detailed information about your work history so your qualifications can be accurately assessed. We will contact the top candidates directly to schedule interviews. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process please call 7-1-1 or 1-.

When completing your application please attach all of the following required documents:

Cover letter: describing your qualifications for this specific position
Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.
References: at least three professional references and their current contact information.

Questions: OFMs Staff ASL interpreter is available to all deaf and hard-of-hearing applicants. For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process please email us at .

The Office of Financial Management is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural racial ethnic sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women racial and ethnic minorities persons with disabilities persons over 40 years of age and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position is exempt from civil service rules.
For more information please seeWAC.

Required Experience:

Director

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