Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field.
- 2 years of experience in benefit and/or leave management.
- 3 years of experience performing highly detailed work involving sensitive or privileged information.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the job duties is also accepted.
Knowledge Requirements
- Federal, State, and Local regulations governing benefits and how various laws intersect (e.g.: HIPAA, ADA, and ADAA).
- HRIS and HRMS tools, such as PeopleSoft.
- Grammar rules.
- General office procedures, practices, and etiquette.
- Customer service best practices.
- Procedures for handling privileged or confidential documents
Skill Requirements
- Fostering an inclusive workplace by upholding Community Transit’s core values in support of the organization’s vision and mission. Inspiring team commitment, pride, and trust while promoting cooperation and motivating members to achieve shared goals. Demonstrating courtesy, sensitivity, and respect in all interactions.
- Data analysis.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication.
- Adaptive, flexible, and comfortable amidst ambiguity.
- Time management, multi-tasking, and adjusting to changing priorities.
- Process improvement.
- Data entry and management.
- Organization and attention to detail.
- Working cross-functionally.
- Great customer service and active listening.
- Exercising good judgment to problem solve and navigate difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS tools.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
- 5 years of experience in HR, Benefits, Leave Administration/Management, or related field.
- SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, NPELRA, or Employee Benefits Specialist certifications.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using Smartsheet and a range of data analytics technologies.
Working Conditions
Hybrid telework may be available. Availability is at management discretion and may not be available for this position based on the nature of the work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the use of office equipment and technology. You will be required to move throughout and between different office buildings and may need to complete tasks in noisy environments. You may also be required to lift and carry materials up to 10 pounds occasionally.
Application and Selection Process
- Only on-line applications accepted.
- Applicants for this job may be considered for other openings up to six months after the date this position is filled.
- Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be scheduled for an interview as well as a variety of tests to demonstrate knowledge, and skills for the position. The evaluation process may include interviews, background check, reference checks and various performance tests.
Employee Benefits
- Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
- Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan.
- In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue of 24 days of Paid Time off (192 hours) in their first year and ten (10) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Full list of all benefits and details can be found here.
If you are related to or share the same living quarters of a current Community Transit employee, please let your Recruiter know as your eligibility for this position may be affected.
Community Transit provides a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment. As a recipient of federal funds, Community Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on a basis prohibited by Federal, State or Local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.
