Human Resources Coordinator (Steilacoom)

The picturesque Town of Steilacoom (population approx. 6,800) is situated on the Puget Sound between Tacoma and Olympia. The Town is seeking an experienced, highly resourceful, and well-informed human resources professional. The Human Resources Coordinator reports to the Town Administrator and is solely responsible for the functions of the Town’s HR department (approx. 33 FT and 12 PT employees). The position presents varied opportunities as the Human Resources Coordinator also serves as the Town’s Civil Service Secretary, ADA Coordinator, and Title VI Coordinator. Basic Function: The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for guiding/managing the delivery of town-wide human resources services through administration of human resources policies, programs, and practices. The incumbent coordinates activities with other departments, bargaining units, and outside agencies. The HR Coordinator prepares, recommends, and establishes procedures for controlling personnel transactions. The incumbent is responsible for understanding/demonstrating knowledge of laws/rules/regulations/practices related to recruitment/selection (incl. exempt positions), employee relations, performance management, employee development/training, labor relations/negotiations (two bargaining units), classification/compensation, benefits, workers’ compensation, various forms of leave, drug/alcohol testing, safety, Title VI compliance, ADA compliance, and records management. Minimum Qualifications: 1) Bachelor’s degree in human resources, public administration, or a related field and five years of experience in public sector human resources / labor relations 2) Other combinations of experience/training equivalent to the requirements above 3) Pass background check Desired Qualifications: o Master’s degree in human resources, public administration, or a related field o Experience working with collective bargaining units o Professional HR certification Benefits: This is a full-time position offering associated benefits - Washington state retirement (PERS), medical, dental, vision, EAP, disability, long-term care, life, vacation/sick leave, holiday pay, longevity, optional (employee funded) deferred compensation and supplemental insurance plans. Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Duties may involve interacting with individuals with varying perspectives and under circumstances requiring the incumbent to exhibit diplomacy in highly stressful situations. Physical Requirements: Must be able to maneuver in an office environment. Requires clear oral/written communication to receive/provide information to the public. Must possess manual dexterity sufficient to efficiently operate computers and a variety of office equipment. The incumbent experiences prolonged visual exposure to a computer monitor and is occasionally required to lift/move file boxes weighing up to 30 pounds. Application Procedure: The job analysis and application are available online at www.townofsteilacoom.org/234/Employment or may be obtained by calling (253) 983-2053. Submit a cover letter, your resume, and a Town of Steilacoom application (all are required) to: Town of Steilacoom Attn: Human Resources, 2301 Worthington Street, Steilacoom, WA 98388, FAX to (253) 588-5151, or email your cover letter, resume, and application to micki.sterbick@ci.steilacoom.wa.us. Please note on the application the position for which you are applying. Position closes August 19, 2025 (4:30 p.m.).