Manager - HR Engagement & Retention

Manager – HR Engagement & Retention

Date of First Consideration: February 2, 2025
*Applications received by the date of consideration will have priority in the review process, noting the position will remain open until a final hire is made in the event a return for review of late applications is needed.

Salary Range: $105,000 - $115,000 yearly, depending on qualifications and experience

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The Human Resource (HR) Office welcomes your application to this Manager role which comprises forward-thinking leadership of College employee engagement and retention efforts alongside management of day-to-day operational tasks and legal compliance. 

As a core component of the College’s structure, HR is responsible for the administration of recruitment/selection, compensation/benefits, performance management, employee/labor relations, training and development, and employment law compliance. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager will serve in a senior role with responsibilities that include both ongoing operational tasks as well as more project-based work such as leading the College’s efforts towards increased employee engagement and retention. This position will represent the HR department within the College, in the community, in professional organizations, with state boards, commissions, and other agencies. A team of 4 employees directly report to this position within the 11 members of the HR unit. 

Primary responsibilities within the functional areas of this position include the following: 

Employee Engagement/Retention and Training

• Coordinate quarterly employee engagement activities which build community and campus rapport.
• Lead the Professional Development Workgroup, Wellness Committee, and Employee Engagement Committee.
• Manage the College’s professional development calendar, ensuring a variety of opportunities by topic/level.
• Develop/deliver quarterly supervisor training on best practices hiring, training, managing work outcomes, conflict resolution, performance evaluations and succession planning, etc.
• Develop (in conjunction with campus leadership) pathways for employee succession.
• Create/maintain benchmarking data relative to indicators of employee engagement within work/campus life.

Operations/Legal Compliance

• Manage the efficient completion of recruitments, providing backup/leading recruitments where appropriate.
• Ensure the accurate implementation/use of salary programs and pay categories including applicable provisions of collective bargaining agreements and College compensation plan.
• Collaborate with the Payroll Office to ensure the timely compensation/personnel data updates, including the twice monthly audit of compensation processed.
• Complete data reporting for unemployment, worker’s compensation claims, and the Stay at Work program.
• Serve as the College’s lead administrator on the classified Union Management Communication Committee.
• Supervise staff and assure effective performances while building a team responsive to diverse College needs.
• Collect data, maintain records, analyze/compile information, and prepare narratives and statistical reports.
• Manage the applicable provisions of collective bargaining agreements and advise admin/supervisory staff regarding interpretation and implementation of agreements.
• Advise administrators, supervisory staff, and employees in the resolution of concerns and/or issues.
• Utilize an ongoing cycle of assessment relative to work addressing College, unit, and employee needs.
• Prepare and/or direct the preparation of a variety of written correspondence, internal and external reports, procedures, and other materials; direct the maintenance of working and official Human Resources files.
• Keep current with laws, trends, and technology that may affect Human Resource operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned (of a similar nature or level).

Qualifications

You can’t check off every listed knowledge, skill, and ability? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that traditionally marginalized communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification – even if they might be a great fit for the role!

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent education/experience
• Five (5) years of experience managing or administering HR activities (or similar)
• Experience directly supporting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in the workplace

Knowledge Of: 

• Microsoft Office 360 applications such as SharePoint/OneDrive, Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.
• ctcLink, PeopleSoft or similar enterprise resource applications
• Fair Labor Standards Act, Title IX, Equal Employment Opportunity, Americans with Disabilities Act
• Best practices for effective employee engagement, development, and retention
• Employment within a collective bargaining environment

Skill In:

• Fostering a climate of equity/belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness.
• Effective supervision through the ongoing evaluation, training, mentoring and coaching of staff.
• Leading workgroups/teams in the completion of shared work towards assigned objectives.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships at all organizational levels.
• Time management, multitasking, and coordinating outcomes/activities with multiple partners.
• Interpreting and applying complex laws, regulations, and policies with accuracy.
• Effectively communicating (both orally and in writing) with diverse groups and individuals at all levels.
• Handling sensitive situations using sound independent judgment within legal guidelines.
• Developing specialized services and support specific to the populations served.
• Collaborating with or leading groups of people in various situations including open discussion, training sessions, workgroups, and committees.

Conditions of Employment

Physical Work Environment:
The College is currently providing services in a mixed modality of operations (both online and in-person services are offered). Administrators are assigned to work on campus, noting there may be some opportunities to work remotely based on program or area needs. If authorized for limited remote work, employees will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. When working on-campus, this position will perform work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment and physically attend meetings both on and off campus, using the ability to communicate in person or through other appropriate means. This position may require you to work weekends and evenings where appropriate or needed.
 
Terms Of Employment/Salary: 

• This is a full-time administrative/exempt annually contracted position
• Initial salary placement determined by the College dependent upon education/experience.
• Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.

Other Conditions: 

Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@shoreline.edu. 

In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.

In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.      

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.

Required Materials

To be considered for this position, please submit the following: 

• NEOGOV online profile, application, and supplemental question(s)
• Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with position needs
• Current resume
• *Official degree required upon hire*

Please Note: 

• Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.
• If you are chosen to move forward in this recruitment, you will be notified via email to the address listed in your application (make sure to check spam/junk folders).