HR Supervisor (Talent Acquisition and Leave Management)

Summary


Important Note: In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future HR Supervisor positions within the Solid Waste Division or throughout the Department of Natural Resources and Parks (DNRP) during the next 6 months.

Are you a strategic HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment?

Do you enjoy leading and developing HR teams to deliver excellent service and results?

King County’s Solid Waste Division (SWD) in the Department of Natural Resources & Parks is seeking an HR Supervisor to lead critical Human Resources functions that directly support the division’s success.

About the Role:

The HR Supervisor position will play a central role in shaping our talent acquisition strategy, guiding leave management practices, and driving process improvements that strengthen our workforce and ensure excellent HR service delivery.

As an HR Supervisor, you’ll lead a team of talented HR professionals, oversee recruitment and leave management functions, and partner with leaders across the division to build strong teams, support employees, and ensure consistency in HR practices. This is an exciting opportunity to influence workforce strategy and make a tangible impact on both employees and the community we serve.

This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work.

About the Team:

The Solid Waste Division (SWD) HR team is a collaborative, high-performing group that provides critical support in the areas of talent acquisition, leave management, employee and labor relations, payroll and HR operations. We partner closely with division leadership and staff at all levels to ensure consistent, equitable, and effective HR practices that keep the division running smoothly and push towards our mission.

Our team manages high volume of recruitments and leave cases while maintaining a strong focus on process improvement and excellent customer service. We work together to problem-solve, share knowledge, and deliver practical HR solutions that support both the workforce and the mission of SWD.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an HR Supervisor, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Solid Waste Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing:

In this role, you will:

• Lead Talent Acquisition - Provide supervision and leadership of the Talent Acquisition function, including prioritization of recruitments, assignment of work, and technical assistance to recruiters.
• Supervise Leave Management - Oversee leave management functions for the division, ensuring compliance and consistency in leave practices.
• Drive Workforce Insights - Spearhead data management and creation of metrics for talent acquisition and leave management to identify trends, inform staffing action plans, and support health and safety programs.
• Shape Talent Strategy - Lead division-wide strategies on staffing models, recruitment and retention initiatives, succession planning, and action planning.
• Champion Process Improvement - Lead process improvement efforts, develop HR Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), oversee implementation of initiatives, and measure effectiveness to ensure goals are met.
• Ensure Consistency - Partner with the DNRP HR Talent Acquisition Program Manager and SWD HR Manager to monitor and implement management systems that enhance recruitment standards and hiring practices.
• Develop Teams and Leaders - Support growth of key competencies within the Talent Acquisition team and lead training for division supervisors and hiring managers.
• Leverage Data for Action - Create, analyze, and report out on HR and recruitment metrics; develop action plans to align with division, department, and countywide HR goals.
• Recruit as Needed - Conduct full-cycle recruitments for critical positions as needed.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• Talent Acquisition Expertise - Five (5) or more years of experience in a full-scale talent acquisition function for a large, diverse organization, including experience developing and executing recruitment strategies across a wide range of roles.
• Leave Management Knowledge - Demonstrated experience handling or overseeing complex leave and accommodation cases (e.g., FMLA, ADA, ACA).
• Supervisory or Lead Experience - Experience as a team lead or supervisor, providing direction, support, and oversight in a talent acquisition function.
• Process Improvement Skills - Proven ability to lead process improvement initiatives, develop SOPs, and monitor outcomes.
• Data & Metrics Skills - Experience creating and using HR/recruitment metrics to inform decisions, set priorities, and share outcomes with diverse audiences.
• Customer Service & Collaboration - Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service and build effective working relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Technical Proficiency - Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Recruitment Systems Experience - Experience using enterprise-level applicant tracking systems and HRIS, such as NEOGOV and PeopleSoft.

Competencies You Bring:

• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
  
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
  
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
  
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
  
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
  
• Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
  
• Values Differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
  

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• SHRM, HRCI, or AIRS recruitment certification.
• Experience with classification and compensation.
• Experience with employee relations in a union environment.
• Experience with Power BI or other enterprise-level dashboard and data visualization tools.
• Advanced experience with NEOGOV and PeopleSoft.
• Experience developing and delivering training for hiring managers or HR staff

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Work Location Details: The Solid Waste Human Resources team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104.
  Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
  King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is not represented by a union.
  
  Application and Selection Process:
  We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all background to apply.
  Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
  To apply, submit a:
  • Complete Application
  • Resume
• Note: Please be aware that cover letters and other documents won't be considered or reviewed during minimum qualification screening.
  
  Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Divya Mathew at dmathew@kingcounty.gov
  
  Discover More About the Solid Waste Division: Visit our website at our website at Solid Waste Division and check us out at Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
  
  Discover More About DNRP: Visit our webs­ite , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News .
  
  Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.
  
  Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
  
  Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
  
  Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
  
  King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
  
  No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
  
  To Apply
  
  If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
  

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

Closing Date/Time: 11/4/2025 10:00 AM Pacific

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• King County Wastewater Treatment Division

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