Talent Acquisition Supervisor

Salary $113,930.75 - $144,413.98 Annually Location Various Locations throughout King County, WA Job Type Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Job Number 2025MH25743 Department DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks Division Wastewater Treatment Opening Date 10/31/2025 Closing Date 11/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines Full- or Part-Time Full Time Hours/Week 40 hours/week Summary In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Talent Acquisition Supervisor career service positions within the Wastewater Treatment Division or throughout the Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP) over the next six (6) months. Come lead an engaged and collaborative talent acquisition team to impact the future growth and development of our division's workforce Committed to equity, social justice, and accountability to our ratepayers, we value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to building a culturally inclusive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference, join our collaborative team in protecting precious water resources and upholding our legacy of excellence. About the Role: The Talent Acquisition Supervisor (Human Resource Supervisor) manages a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists, coordinators, and a sourcer, to meet the ever increasing need to hire, promote, and develop our division's workforce in a timely and equitable manner. This role may also serve as a supervisor over other general HR functions. This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work. About the Team: Join a team that's collaborative, supportive, and always open to new ideas that help us evolve and deliver even greater value to the organization. The Wastewater Treatment Division HR team is made up of highly skilled professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. We're committed to efficiency and excellence in HR service-while also making room for connection, creativity, and a healthy work-life balance. Wastewater Treatment Division is dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come With about 1000 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment. We partner with regulatory agencies to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that serves over 2.3 million King County residents . Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources. 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 a Talent Acquisition Specialist,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 Wastewater Treatment 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: Provide supervision and leadership of the Talent Acquisition function for the division to include technical assistance and support for recruiters. Lead process improvement efforts, oversee implementation of initiatives, and ensure measures are in place to evaluate effectiveness and goals are reached. In collaboration with the DNRP HR Talent Acquisition Program Manager and WTD HR Manager, monitor and implement management systems to maintain and enhance existing recruitment standards and ensure consistency and effectiveness of hiring practices. Support the development of key competencies and skills in the Talent Acquisition team. Support division Human Resources Manager with data, information, and process suggestions for ensuring the talent acquisition team is thriving and Division leadership team is informed. Create, analyze, and report out on talent acquisition metrics and/or other HR related metrics. Develop action plans informed by the metrics to achieve the division, department, and County's HR goals. Lead management and expedition of recruitment workload, collaborate with section managers to determine priorities, and assist in workforce planning efforts. May conduct full cycle recruitments for critical positions as needed. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: Talent acquisition experience to include leading a variety of different types of positions and recruitment processes in a union environment. Experience as a team lead or supervisor in a talent acquisition function. Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service and create and maintain effective relationships with all levels of an organization. Experience creating and using tools, metrics, and goals to manage work, set priorities, and monitor and share outcomes. Experience with process improvement projects and implementation. Strong technical skills with Microsoft products to include Word and Excel. Intermediate level experience with NEOGOV recruitment and onboarding-related modules. Intermediate level experience with PeopleSoft of other similar enterprise level HCM systems. 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. 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. Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. It Would Be Great if You Also Bring: SHRM, HRCI, or AIRS recruitment certification. Experience with classification and compensation. Experience with PowerBI or other enterprise level visual management/dashboard tools. Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Work Location: The WTD 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 backgrounds 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 Optional Resume (will be reviewed if submitted) Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted) Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Morgan Knight Hermann, Human Resources Analyst - Senior, at 206-477-9092 or mhermann@kingcounty.gov . Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , Instagram , YouTube , and the WTD Blog . Discover More About DNRP: Visit our DNRP 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 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal 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. recblid arwlwnymqcypltu9rotza6bl6ywkbl