Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

Bainbridge Island Fire Department

Bainbridge Island, Washington

Salary: $104,000 - $130,000

Located 35 minutes by ferry from Seattle and connected to Kitsap County by bridge, Bainbridge Island’s over 25,000 residents enjoy a wonderful combination of scenic vistas, urban forests, trails, farms, wineries, local arts, and more. There are numerous recreation opportunities with over 53 miles of shoreline, over 1,500 acres of parks and open space, and miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and more. The city and community have worked together to preserve the island’s friendly aura, smalltown charm, and natural environment. Islanders value the sense of country living and convenient nearby access to the Seattle metropolitan area.

The Bainbridge Island Fire Department (BIFD) is a combination department that serves the City of Bainbridge Island. BIFD is overseen by a five-member Board of Fire Commissioners who are elected by the voters. The Fire Chief is the Executive Officer of the department. BIFD is staffed by 53 paid, uniformed staff; 10 volunteers; and eight administrative personnel, including the HR Manager position. The department has a 2025 budget of $16,242,679 and operates out of three fire stations.

Reporting to the Fire Chief, the Human Resources (HR) Manager is a newly created, full-time position budgeted for 2025. Until now, BIFD human resource functions have been managed by the Finance Manager and the Finance & HR Administrator. The Finance & HR Administrator serves as a support role for both the Finance Manager and HR Manager, reporting to the Finance Manager. The HR Manager serves as the primary HR professional responsible for overseeing and administering all aspects of human resource management. The HR Manager supports the department's operational goals by ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, managing employee relations, benefits administration, recruitment, and retention efforts. Additionally, the HR Manager provides guidance and strategic planning in workforce development, fosters a positive workplace culture, and ensures the department’s human resources processes are aligned with organizational values and objectives. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing day-to-day HR functions while also contributing to high-level HR strategy and planning.

Education & Experience: A bachelor’s degree or higher level of education in human resources, business, or a related field, with seven (7) or more years of relevant experience is required. Knowledge and experience in a union relations environment is strongly desired. Knowledge and experience in government or the nonprofit sector is desired. Knowledge and experience in assessing, implementing and administering HRIS, recruitment, and performance management systems is desired. Other professional training and accreditation including a master’s degree, and SHRM or other HR certifications is strongly desired.

Benefits include medical, dental, and short-term and long-term disability insurance; WA Department of Retirement PERS 2/3; department HRA contributions; deferred compensation plan; paid time off; 10 paid holidays, plus one (1) floating holiday.

For a complete position profile, full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments". For questions, call 206-368-0050. The Bainbridge Island Fire Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by April 6, 2025. (First review, open until filled.)

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