Human Resources Generalist

About Northwest Washington Electrical Industry JATC

Northwest Washington Electrical Industry JATC (NWEJATC) is a non-profit, joint labor-management training organization registered since 1945. We deliver three apprenticeship programs for journeymen, apprentices, and others in the electrical industry approved by the Washington State Apprenticeship Training Council, serving over 700 apprentices across nine counties (Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Island, Okanogan, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom) under IBEW Local Union #191 and Cascade Chapter NECA collective bargaining agreements.

Job Summary

The HR Generalist supports the Training Director in managing employee relations, compliance, benefits, onboarding/offboarding, recruitment, and training coordination. Collaborating with leadership, staff, and students, this role fosters a compliant, respectful workplace aligned with organizational values and legal standards. The position attends weekly management meetings to ensure HR practices meet operational needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for HR policies, procedures, and employment inquiries from staff and students
• Administer benefits, maintain personnel records, and manage leaves (e.g., FMLA, PFML, military, parental)
• Support recruitment (job postings, screening, interviews) and full employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, offboarding)
• Handle employee relations, performance management, disciplinary actions, and investigations into discrimination/harassment
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/local laws, including updating policies, Employee Handbook, Affirmative Action Plan, drug testing, and Last Chance Agreements
• Provide input and guidance on organizational changes, interpersonal issues, salaries/benefits for equity/compliance, and employee engagement/leadership development
• Champion the organization's mission, values, and inclusive culture

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and follow-through
• Clear verbal/written communication and collaborative cross-departmental approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and stay focused amid interruptions in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, professional demeanor with discretion for confidential matters

Required Qualifications

• 2 years in Human Resources or related role
• Professional HR certification or equivalent education
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Discretion with confidential information

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• Experience with union collective bargaining agreements
• Experience in a non-profit environment
• Familiarity with apprenticeship programs, trade schools, or workforce development

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay depending on experience
• Health, dental, hearing, and vision insurance (spouse/children covered)
• Employer-contributed retirement plans
• Weekly pay
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave (per WA state law)
• Bereavement leave

Work Environment

Office-based in a friendly, team-oriented setting with varied, fast-paced responsibilities focused on people and collaboration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NWEJATC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military status, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age, citizenship, or any other status protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with Union Collective Bargaining, Non-profits, or apprenticeship programs? Please Describe.

License/Certification:

• HR Certification? (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000