Our Mission Statement:

YVCC enriches and enhances individuals and communities by delivering accessible, student-centered education. YVCC addresses the needs of our diverse communities by providing learning opportunities in basic literacy; academic, professional, and technical education; and lifelong learning.

Yakima Valley Community College is accepting applications for one Human Resource Consultant Assistant 2 in the Office of The President - Human Resource Services. This is a full-time classified position, beginning salary is $3,401 per month for 40 hours per week, with periodic increments up to $4,541, plus a full state benefits package.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resource Services, the HRCA2 works independently under general supervision and within established guidelines. Applies specialized knowledge and uses independent judgment in resolving technical and paraprofessional problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four years of office experience including two years of experience in a human resource or related field, AND, AA Degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent with a HR Emphasis from an accredited institution
• Experience working with the Washington State Healthcare Authority and Retirement Systems
• Strong background in payroll, accounting, business or related field
• Bilingual in English/Spanish

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality at all times
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written
• Work effectively in stressful situations and with deadlines
• Strong critical thinking skills; ability to apply mathematical reasoning to analyze data and resolve problems
• Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills
• Work in an open office setting with frequent in-person interaction and numerous interruptions, work under pressure, and handle multiple tasks
• Strong customer relations skills
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Determine the priorities, goals and objectives of work functions assigned

JOB PROFILE:

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  Benefits Administration
  • The adminstration of multiple complex state employee benefit plans for Yakima Valley Community College in accordance with state laws, rules, and guidance including: Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance, multiple public employee retirement plans, flexible spending and dependent care plans
  • Explains plan benefits and options to employees, applicants, and beneficiaries
  • Determines employee eligibility for benefits and respond to changes by communicating to appropriate staff
• Employment Contract Administration
  • The administration of employment contracts for faculty and staff
  • Develops and prepares regular reports on the status of employment contracts
  • Resolves contract payment disputes and confer with deans/directors and other divisions concerning contract payments and compliance
  • Implements and interprets policies and procedures. Develops, recommends and coordinates the implementation of new procedures for the assigned function
  • Performs and/or reviews employment contracts entries and assignments
  • Maintains employment contract databases for determining benefit and retirement eligibility
• Training Coordination
  • Coordinates and promotes benefit trainings
  • Acts as the training representative to Washington State Health Care Authority, Department of Retirement Systems, and TIAA-CREF
• HR Department Support
  • Assists human resource staff as back-up in administering a variety of human resource functions to employees, applicants, and the general public
  • Provides support for front line duties include responding to inquiries and providing information about human resource rules, policies, regulations or procedures within functional area(s) of human resource services, in writing and over the phone, answer phones, open mail, etc
  • Schedules and arranges employment examinations and interviews; assists in maintaining electronic application software; prepares examinations
• Ability to handle multiple complex numerical transactions and records using statistical reasoning, evaluation and analysis
  
• In all areas, effectively communicate with employees, supervisors with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned
  
  

Candidates invited to interview may be required to perform a skills test.

Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.

Per the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act, Yakima Valley Community College hires only U. S. Citizens and Aliens authorized to work in the United States. As a condition of employment, new employees must provide acceptable proof of identity and employment eligibility.

Yakima Valley Community College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVCC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.

Due to a Union Shop Requirement, employees hired into permanent benefit positions must, within 30 days of employment, become members of the Washington Public Employees Association.

Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you. We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits. Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.

Insurance Benefits

Yakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental. There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Please refer to the Washington State Board for more detailed information.


Paid Leave and Other Incentives

In addition to the benefits above, full time classifed employees can accrue up to 25 days of vacation, 12 sick days, and 3 personal days each year. Full time employees are also able to take advantage of waived tuition, scholarships and other professional development opportunities.

Contact our Human Resources team with any additional questions you may.