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North County Regional Fire Authority Human Resources Generalist or Senior Human Resources Generalist, DOQ in Stanwood, Washington
Job Posting August 7, 2024 -- Open until filled, first review deadline August 20
Why Choose North County Regional Fire Authority
Our passion for excellence in fire protection, emergency medical services, and community safety is supported by a culture of innovation, professionalism, and collaboration. With over 100 dedicated employees, we aspire to be a leader in all areas of service to our communities, and deeply appreciate the strong community support shown to us.
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Our Community is Calling You
North County Regional Fire Authority (NCRFA) serves the vibrant communities of Stanwood, Arlington, and surrounding areas, nestled in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with abundant islands, rivers, hiking, and other 4-season recreation opportunities in our backyard. Our employees and families regularly explore nearby parks, trails, and picturesque views of stunning Puget Sound. Better still, we enjoy the best of both worlds -- support from a welcoming, home-town community, where neighborly connections and a variety of events reflect the value of small-town living, including excellent schools, and a thriving local arts and entertainment scene showcasing local artisans and music talent from across the region. All this, but with the greater Seattle metropolitan area within driving distance, close enough to enjoy the best of urban amenities -- acclaimed zoos and aquariums, waterfront events and attractions, headliner concerts, professional sporting events, nationally recognized universities, award winning restaurants, and more.
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Join our Administration Team
You will thrive in this role if you are aligned with our vision and values, whether as an experienced Senior Human Resource (Sr HR) Generalist, or a qualified Human Resource (HR) Generalist. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources and joins a dedicated administrative services team, focused on delivering excellence in Human Resource programs and services for our Firefighters, EMS Professionals, and Chief Officers, with professionalism and compassion, ensuring their ability to deliver the highest level of service to our communities.
Whether qualified at or as a Sr HR Generalist or HR Generalist, if you are our next HR professional, you will play a critical role in driving a positive human centered employee experience, creating an organizational culture second to none. Our Administration team is strong, and as a human resource professional you will have support from other divisions and internal business services, with opportunities to lead and participate in meaningful initiatives that span NCRFA's mission and strategic plan. Together, with our NCRFA Administration team, our elected Board of Commissioner, and in collaboration with employees at all levels, you will play a pivotal role in meeting the needs of our growing organization.
Where You Begin
Our HR professional will initially focus on important near-term and long-term priorities, such as:
- HR Operations: Provide end-to-end HR service delivery to employees and leaders in a wide range of HR programs and functions.
- Training and Development: Guide the development and delivery of core HR related training for employees and leaders (diversity training, leaves programs, compliance)
- Human Resources Metrics: Develop and implement core metrics to measure HR program deliver, identify opportunities for enhancing the employee experience, and prioritizing opportunities for growth and innovation.
Budget Development and Management: Collaborate with the HR Director and other colleagues to develop budget for 2025 high-priority initiatives including selection and implementation of an HRIS system, scoping records management syst