Human Resources Specialist at ServiceMaster of Seattle – Woodinville, Washington

ServiceMaster of Seattle is a locally owned restoration company based in Woodinville, proudly serving King, Snohomish, and Island Counties for over 40 years since 1984. As an award-winning franchise of the national ServiceMaster Restore network, we specialize in disaster restoration (water, fire, mold, and more) and help our neighbors and businesses recover quickly and reliably. We maintain a tight-knit team environment with over 100 dedicated employees who value teamwork, integrity, and getting the job done right.

HR Specialist

We are seeking a dependable, experienced HR Specialist to join our close-knit team. We focus on practical solutions, strong performance, and supporting our business goals through efficient people management.

Location: 21220 87th AVE SE, Woodinville, WA 98072

Schedule: Monday - Friday standard business hours.

Must be available for on call responsibilities as needed.

Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000 per year (depending on experience), plus competitive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage employee relations issues with fairness, direct communication, and a focus on resolution and accountability.

• Administer benefits enrollment, payroll support, and compliance with federal/state employment laws (including accurate record-keeping and policy enforcement).

• Support performance management: assist with reviews, goal setting, disciplinary processes, and documentation to drive results and maintain standards.

• Maintain HRIS systems, prepare reports on headcount, turnover, and metrics that matter to the business.

• Develop and update practical HR policies that align with company objectives and legal requirements.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers on day-to-day people matters, emphasizing merit, productivity, and mutual respect.

Qualifications We Value

• 4+ years of hands-on HR experience in a generalist or specialist role (mid-to-senior level preferred).

• In-depth, working knowledge of federal and Washington state employment laws (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, wage/hour regulations) and a commitment to strict legal compliance without unnecessary overreach.
• Proven track record of handling sensitive issues with discretion, objectivity, and common sense.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines independently.

• Superior written and verbal communication skills: clear, direct, professional, able to document issues thoroughly, deliver straightforward feedback.

• Results-oriented mindset: someone who measures success by tangible outcomes (e.g., low turnover in key roles, efficient hiring processes, compliant operations) rather than abstract initiatives.

• Reliable, self-motivated professional with a strong work ethic, comfortable in a stable environment that rewards dependability and common-sense judgment over constant change or experimentation.

• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office.

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Professional certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus but not required.

Benefits available for full-time (30 + hours a week) employees:

Medical with mental health, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life AD&D, Group Life, Accident, Critical Illness, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program to assist with life's challenges and work life balance – includes three free counseling sessions, FSA, and 401k 25% match on first 12% 6-year vesting, 20% after each year, Profit Sharing, Tuition reimbursement, and Pet Insurance. Paid time off includes Birthday, 1 PDO annually, and 7 Holidays.

Vacation –

· 1st year= 1 week (1 week equals five 8-hour days)

· 2nd- 4th year= 2 weeks

· 5th- 14th year= 3 weeks

· 15th year and on= 4 weeks

Please click on the apply tab if interested.

Thank you