Human Resource Consultant 2 (HRC2) Protected Leave Specialist

Washington State ESD; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization is seeking a Human Resource Consultant 2 to provide HR guidance in a hybrid work environment. The successful candidate will possess extensive experience in human resources and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include advising on leave policies and supporting HR staff. This role promotes a commitment to equity and inclusion within the workplace.

Qualifications

• Five years of professional human resources experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful workplace principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation on FMLA, PFML, and protective leave.
• Explain state and federal regulations related to HR.
• Guide employees through processes for requesting protective leave.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Task prioritization

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Our vision is to ensure that “Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy—thriving physically, emotionally, and academically, nurtured by family and community.

Job Title: Human Resource Consultant 2 (HRC2) non-permanent

Location: Everett, WA (This position is hybrid with periodic in-office presence required)

Hybrid – The incumbent will be expected to work a mixture of in-office and remote work. The position’s official duty station is located in Everett, WA, but the incumbent will be supporting the Northwest Region which includes King, Snohomish, Skagit, Island and Whatcom County staff and will be expected to travel throughout the area at times. During the first month of employment, there may be a requirement for in-person training up to three (3) days a week at our Everett office. The agency’s core business hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. The incumbent will be expected to have a schedule within those hours with some flexibility. More flexibility in schedules will be considered after the successful completion of the review period, based on staff coverage.

Closes: October 16th, 2025

Salary: $4,653.00 - $6,259.00 Monthly

We’re looking for a dynamic and high-performing person to join our team; someone who embodies DCYF's core values of inclusion, respect, integrity, compassion, and transparency. Someone who has excellent communication skills and can prioritize tasks and collaborate with team members as their workload evolves. Our vision is that All Washington's children and youth grow up safe and healthy – thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally; nurtured by family and community.

The Opportunity:

This position supports the agency’s mission to protect children and strengthen families by providing HR advice and support to assigned regions or areas. It helps managers, supervisors, and employees with HR matters, including DCYF policies, civil service laws, labor agreements, and various leave laws such as FMLA, PFML, and military leave. The role operates with general guidance from senior HR staff.

Some of what you will get to do

• Provide consultation to employees and supervisors on FMLA, PFML, pregnancy disability, domestic violence, military, and shared leave.
• Explain state and federal regulations, agency policies, and Collective Bargaining Agreements related to protective leave.
• Guide employees through processes for requesting protective leave, including required documentation.
• Review medical documentation to determine FMLA eligibility and prepare necessary paperwork for approval.
• Facilitate and participate in interactive meetings with employees and management on protected leave and reasonable accommodations.
• Partner with the Workplace Claims and Accommodations Unit (WCAU) to support reasonable accommodations, return-to-work, transitional duty, and workers’ compensation-related leave.
• Maintain accurate records in Med/AA files and track all protected leave activity.
• Provide back-up support for other Protected Leave Consultants as needed.
• Support and train new HR staff; advise on basic performance management issues.
• Research, review, and maintain HR reports and files in compliance with laws and policies.
• Prepare correspondence, back up HR staff, and provide training on protective leave.

Required Qualifications

Five (5) years of professional human resources experience, OR a mixture of relevant education and experience equaling five (5) years.

OR

One (1) year as Human Resource Consultant 1 (HRC1).

AND

Commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful workplace principles.

*Education must be with an emphasis on business or public administration, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or a related field 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).

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP/SCP, SHRM-SCP, 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.
• Working knowledge of HR related WACs, RCWs, Federal Laws, agency policies and procedures, and CBAs.

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 mission 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.

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