Human Resources Manager in Colbert, Washington at Northwest Christian Schools

Job Summary:

The Human Resource (HR) Manager will be responsible for overseeing various HR functions that support staffing, policy development, and employee relations. This role serves as a trusted partner to employees and leadership by providing guidance, developing efficient HR systems, mitigating risk, and maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Job Responsibilities:

Recruitment, Onboarding, and Employment Administration (70%-80%)

• Work alongside hiring managers to ensure open positions are filled efficiently with qualified and missionally aligned personnel.
• Utilize HRIS systems to manage employee data, onboarding workflows, and employment records.
• Lead the full recruiting cycle in partnership with hiring managers, including drafting and posting job openings, managing applicant pipelines through screening, interview coordination, and offer letter issuance.
• Guide new hires through the onboarding process, including HRIS setup within systems like Paylocity and completion of employment documentation (e.g., I-9 verification).
• Assist hiring managers in maintaining efficient and positive candidate experiences.
• Oversee the annual teacher contract issuance cycle, ensuring accurate, timely distribution and collection of fully executed agreements.
• Manage background screenings for new/current employees, coaches, and volunteers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date job descriptions, partnering with supervisors to reflect evolving responsibilities, qualifications, and operational needs.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide recommendations for improving employee retention.

Employee Relations, Support, and Performance Management (5%-10%)

• Serve as the primary point of contact for inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and programs for both employees and supervisors.
• Assist with employee relations by addressing workplace issues and providing guidance to supervisors on disciplinary actions and conflict resolution.
• Support supervisors in addressing employee performance, attendance, and conduct issues.
• Support annual job performance reviews by supervisors.
• Assist with documentation related to coaching, corrective action, and employee separations.
• Participate in employee meetings related to performance concerns, accommodations, investigations, and terminations.

Leave Administration and Accommodations (5%-10%)

• Administer employee leave processes including FMLA, Washington PFML, and other protected leave programs.
• Coordinate the interactive process for employee accommodation requests under the ADA and applicable state laws.
• Communicate with employees and medical providers regarding required documentation and return-to-work processes.
• Track leave usage, timelines, certifications, and required notices to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with supervisors to implement approved accommodations and transitional return-to-work arrangements.
• Maintain confidential medical and leave-related records in accordance with applicable laws.

Policy Development and Compliance (5%-10%)

• Exhibit a proactive commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge of evolving employment laws and policy requirements and translating changes into compliant processes and policies within the organization.
• Provide coaching and training to supervisors to ensure compliance with policies.
• Serve as the first point of contact for policy-related questions and assist with employee accommodation and leave of absence requests, ensuring compliance with legal and district standards.
• Leads in the annual review of the employee handbook and ensures it is updated for new state or federal regulation and alignment to organizational standards.

Record Keeping and Documentation (5%)

• Maintain accurate employee files and document all disciplinary actions and significant personnel situations.
• Work with CFO and business office to evaluate processes and technologies to support the overall HR processes and organizational goals.

Other Details:

• Compensation - $23.00 - $30.00/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is annualized based on 235 working days and paid over the 12-month fiscal year.
• Schedule - Full time, non-exempt, 40 hours per week, with flexibility to establish a consistent schedule that meets both employee and organizational needs. This 12-month position follows the school calendar during the academic year, including school closures.
• Benefits - Eligible for benefits, including medical, dental and vision. Also eligible for tuition discount.
• Time Off - Paid time off including vacation, personal and 10 paid holidays. School closures (e.g., Christmas Break, Spring Break) are generally unpaid unless work is assigned or approved by the supervisor.
• Timeline - Position is anticipated to start in early July 2026. Initial review of applicants will begin on June 22, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

For questions regarding this opportunity, please email hiring@nwcs.org.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 3-5+ years of demonstrated HR experience in a mid-sized organization (50+ employees), including oversight of recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, leave and accommodations, and compliance.
• Model a life of personal commitment to Jesus Christ by exemplifying a lifestyle that honors God and actively participating in a local, Bible-believing church. Must be willing to affirm and abide by the Schools’ Statement of Faith.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and experience using Paylocity or other similar HRIS system.
• Ability to maintain confidential employee records, handle sensitive information, and ensure accurate documentation and audit-readiness.
• Highly organized with strong project management capability, successfully balancing competing deadlines and HR initiatives.
• Exceptionally detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy in job postings, applicant tracking, contracts, offer letters, employee documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach, influence, and serve employees and leaders with professionalism and tact.
• Commitment to upholding the Christian values and mission of the school.
• Must pass a National and Washington State Patrol background check.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Northwest Christian Schools is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to prefer employees who share its Christian faith and values. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status.

Organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.