Human Resource Consultant 1 (HRC1) - Echo Glen
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- Snoqualmie, Washington
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- $51,600 - $59,348/yr
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About this role
About the Department
Our vision is to ensure that “Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community.”
Job Title: Human Resource Consultant 1 (HRC1) - Echo Glen
Location: King County - 33010 SE 99th St, Snoqualmie, WA 98065 (Full-time on-site).
Closes: Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
Salary: $51,600 - $59,348 Annually
King County Premium & 24/7 Institution Premium: The salary does not include a 5% premium for employees working in King County, or an on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium.
Looking to grow your Human Resources career while making a meaningful impact? This is an exciting opportunity to join the Human Resources team supporting Echo Glen Children's Center in Snoqualmie, Washington. As a Human Resource Consultant 1 (HRC1), you'll build valuable HR experience while partnering with managers, supervisors, and employees to support the dedicated staff who help Washington's youth succeed.
At the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), we work alongside Washington's children, youth, and families to create a world where every child and young person has the opportunity to grow up safe, healthy, and thriving. Guided by our core values of inclusion, respect, integrity, compassion, and transparency, we are committed to strengthening families, supporting communities, and making a meaningful difference across Washington State.
Click here to learn more about DCYF.
The Opportunity:
In this role, you'll partner with managers, supervisors, and employees to provide guidance on a variety of human resource matters, including DCYF policies and procedures, Civil Service laws (WAC), Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), and employment laws such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Working under the regular guidance of higher-level Human Resource professionals, you'll serve as a trusted resource while gaining experience across a broad range of HR functions. If you enjoy collaborating with others, interpreting policies, solving problems, and providing outstanding customer service, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your HR career in a unique and rewarding environment.
Some of what you will get to do:
- Process all personnel/payroll actions for new hires, promotions, demotions, transfers, etc.
- Provide tier one guidance and consultation to staff concerning HR-related procedures, guidelines, and policies. Facilitate consult to specialists and collaborate with other HR partners.
- Provides consultation to management regarding the initial stages of performance/attendance management
- Explain and assist staff with the completion of HR-related documents.
- Assist with processing and reviewing position allocation.
- Review and provide updates on daily tracking and data logs with management team.
- Back up consultation in the absence of the Protected Leave Specialist with employees and supervisors on FMLA and share leave-related questions
Required Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field.
- Equivalent education/experience may substitute, year for year, for required education.
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
- Ability to communicate concepts, both orally and in writing, in a manner that is understandable, persuasive, and appropriate for the audience.
- Ability to produce well-written letters and other correspondence, narrative, and statistical reports, and other presentations.
- Ability to understand customer’s mission, organizational needs and processes, anticipate problems, provide relevant, effective consultation on all aspects of human resources management, and influence new and positive ways to approach and resolve problems.
- Ability to exercise sound independent judgment and accurately interpret and apply federal and state employment laws, rules, labor agreements and departmental policies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks, personally adapt positively and facilitate others’ management of rapid change.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Ability to develop and present information to managers and employees on a wide variety of human resource topics.
- Ability to compile complicated exhibits, legal discovery, interrogatories, and disclosure of public records, within established timeframes.
- Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with a wide variety of individuals at all levels and facilitate conflict resolution.
- Ability to remain calm when dealing with disgruntled individuals.
- Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook; ability to use MS Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
- SHRM-CP/SCP, S/PHR, or other professional HR certification.
- Professional human resource experience working with Human Resource Management/Information Systems (HRMS/HRIS).
- Professional experience providing consultation and administrative support within a Human Resources Office.
How do I apply?
Complete your applicant profile on careers.wa.gov and attach the following documents:
- Current resume detailing experience and education.
- Letter of Interest.
Supplemental Information:
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our goal to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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 applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position requires a minimum of at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver’s license.
Degrees must be obtained 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), or a foreign equivalent verified by a NACES-approved organization at naces.org. Foreign Equivalency certification must be attached to the application for degrees obtained outside the U.S.
Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what’s listed in the benefits tab of this recruitment announcement. For more information on employee benefits eligibility, visit: Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB).
If you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact DCYF Recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email [email protected].Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at360-664-1960.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22, or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, the individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD Form 214, NGB Form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact) the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veterans’ Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.
DCYF participates in the federal E-Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E-Verify requirements, on their first day of employment.
2026-06233Benefits
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
Supplemental Questions
- Four (4) years of work experience in an office, human resources or a related field.
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or a related field.
- A combination of relevant work experience and education totaling four (4) years. Please note: Qualifying work experience must be in an office, human resources, or a related field, and qualifying education must have a focus in business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or a related field.
- None of these
- None of the above (No experience working in an office or human resources setting.)
- Willing (Little or no experience working in an office or human resources setting, but interested and willing to learn.)
- Developing (Developing knowledge and skills through employer-sponsored training, higher education, or at least six (6) months of experience working in an office or human resources setting.)
- Skilled (Successfully and regularly applied office or human resources knowledge and skills in the workplace. Recognized by others as demonstrating proficiency in this area. Generally achieved through one (1) to three (3) years of experience.)
- Expert (Application of office or human resources knowledge and skills is extensive and polished. Recognized by others as demonstrating exceptional knowledge and skills in this area. Generally achieved through three (3) or more years of experience.)
- None of the above
- Willing (Little or no experience or training regarding this competency, but interested and willing to learn).
- Developing (Developing knowledge and skills regarding this competency through completion of an employer sponsored training or higher education program, OR through at least 6 months of experience applying the competency in the workplace).
- Skilled (Successfully and regularly applied the competency in the workplace. Recognized by others as demonstrating ample knowledge and skills regarding the competency. Generally, this is achieved through 1 to 3 years of experience).
- Expert (Application of this competency is polished to excellence and is extensive in nature. Recognized by others as demonstrating exceptional knowledge and skills regarding this competency. Generally, this is achieved through 3 or more years of experience).
- None of the above
- Willing (Little or no experience processing personnel actions in a high-volume environment, but interested and willing to learn.)
- Developing (Developing knowledge and skills through employer-sponsored training, higher education, or at least six (6) months of experience processing personnel actions.)
- Skilled (Successfully and regularly processed personnel actions in a high-volume environment while meeting established timelines. Generally achieved through one (1) to three (3) years of experience.)
- Expert (Recognized by others for exceptional knowledge and skills in processing a high volume of personnel actions accurately and efficiently while managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines. Generally achieved through three (3) or more years of experience.)
- Yes - DD214/NGB22
- Yes - Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission).
- N/A
- Washington State's career website: www.careers.wa.gov
- Washington State Work Source office or website (Go2WorkSource.com)
- Washington State employee
- DCYF
- DCYF Recruiter
- College/university career fair or website
- Diversity network meeting/event
- Online job boards
- Work of Honor
- Other
Required Question
Agency Information
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