Human Resources Generalist

YMCA
Hourly
$24.00
$27.00
How to Apply
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Come join our team in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!
Job Description

What's your 'why'? Are you a caring individual who wants to help others succeed?

At the YMCA of Snohomish County, our Y mission is to inspire, nurture, and strengthen culturally vibrant communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Through six YMCA facilities, over 30 camp and program sites, and the new YMCA Camp Casey, the Y’s work is felt throughout the county. This is an exciting time to be part of our Y!

Are you looking for an opportunity to learn new skills and grow in a fast-paced environment? Did you know that the Y is a great place to grow your career?

Come to work each day knowing that what you do has an impact on the lives of the people in your community. At the Y, we invite you to develop your skills, realize your leadership potential, and discover a position that is truly much more than a job. There is always room to grow at the Y!

Please attach a Cover Letter to your application to tell us why you are interested in this opportunity. If you are looking to step into a fulfilling career with plenty of daily variety, this might be the perfect role for you!

 

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

 

Position Summary:

As a member of the YMCA of Snohomish County Association’s human resources team, provide upbeat, full-cycle support to staff and supervisors in various aspects. The focus is managing a multitude of general HR administration, recruitment, onboarding, backup payroll and other HR-related activities. 

Qualifications
  • SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred
  • One or more years experience in human resources required, using standard Microsoft Office Suite, office equipment and customized software
  • Non-profit experience preferred; prefer a candidate with past experience or exposure in a variety of focus areas, including child care, aquatics, marketing, youth programming, etc.
  • Knowledge and experience in onboarding, benefits, and employee relations preferred
  • Understanding and knowledge of current regulations, current practices, and applicable laws preferred
  • Detail-oriented and able to work independently; have excellent organizational, time management and decision-making skills; and the flexibility to change priorities as required – must be responsive and meet absolute deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including positive interaction with staff and vendors
  • Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly and concisely; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
  • Fluency in second language preferred
  • Ability to exercise sensitivity in dealing with individuals of diverse socio-economic backgrounds, cognitive and physical abilities as well as individuals of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds
  • Ability to maintain confidential information and keep proper discretion/good judgment
  • Satisfactory result from credit background check is required due to access to bank information, payment processing and position of trust
  • Knowledge of YMCA programs and practices preferred
Essential Functions

HR Administration

  • Manage staff files entered into Kronos/UKG systems, keep documents up to date in employee files
  • Oversee New Employee and Rehire Onboarding
  • Oversee minor authorization forms and minor compliance
  • Oversee and manage pre-employment TB screenings for child care, manage drug testing protocols
  • Process criminal and state background checks for employees and potential employees using internet resources
  • Work with third-party vendor(s) on unemployment, worker's compensation claims and employee verifications
  • Track, manage and complete annual OSHA reporting including submitting OSHA Form 300 and posting OSHA Form 300A at all branches
  • Manage and complete annual EEO Reporting
  • Support HR department as needed; complete other duties as assigned

Recruitment

  • Manage and troubleshoot all aspects of Kronos/UKG Talent and Acquisition module and workflow management  
  • Receive, manage and process all Job Requisition requests while maintaining online job postings at various job boards (Y website, Indeed, iHire, Aquatics Job Network etc.) and notify job openings to YMCA staff
  • Oversee applicant reference check system (Harver)
  • Process, document and pay monthly recruitment bills

Payroll

  • Payroll support backup: know, complete and process payroll as needed
  • Assist in receiving, processing and inputting merit increases as well as yearly minimum wage increases
  • Assist with creating newly created cost centers, staff cost center adjustments, and secondary job requests in UKG system as needed to support Benefits/Payroll
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Y Culture:

  • Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA
  • Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
  • Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines
  • Arrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping system 

Embrace Team Leader Core Competencies:

Mission Advancement:

  • Models and teaches the Y’s values
  • Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to improving lives
  • Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition
  • Cultivates relationships to support fundraising

Collaboration:

  • Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives
  • Builds relationships to create small communities
  • Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict
  • Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience
  • Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support

Operational Effectiveness: 

  • Provides others with frameworks for making decisions
  • Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities
  • Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team
  • Effectively creates and manages budgets
  • Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress 

Personal Growth:

  • Shares new insights
  • Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change
  • Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance 
  • Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology

 

Our benefits are AMAZING! 

  • FREE training offered for all positions and get paid while you train for your job!
  • Flexible work schedules and a family-friendly environment.
  • FREE family YMCA membership for all staff.
  • 50% off ECE child care for Full-Time staff (and their dependents).
  • 100% off specific programs and services for Full-Time staff (and their dependents) that include:
    • School Age Child Care, licensed Discovery Camp, Day Camps, 1 session of Overnight Camp, Family Camps, group swim lessons, youth sports, & youth leadership programs
  • Competitive benefits package for Full-Time staff.
  • Two medical plans to choose from: One is FREE for employee.
  • Dental plan is FREE for employee.
  • Life and long term disability with medical and dental insurance begin on the first of the month after start date.
  • 2 weeks paid time off accrued per year to start (accrual increases with years of service) and 8 paid holidays for full-time staff.
  • Sick Pay accrued at rate of one hour for every 40 hours worked.
  • Tax-Deferred retirement account & Roth retirement account available to all employees.
  • 403a Retirement investing account paid at 12% annual compensation after 2 years of service (minimum 1,000 hours worked in each year).
  • FREE Employee Assistance Program.
  • Cheery, dynamic, cause-driven work environment, like no other!
  • We promote from within often. Enjoy your career at our Y! 

The full range of the pay grade for this position is $24.00 - $28.00. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

The Y is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life, working side by side to strengthen communities. Together we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation, has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect and responsibility—they guide everything we do.

We look forward to having you on our YMCA team!
*The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization!