Overview
This recruitment will remain open until November 17, 2025. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on October 24, 2025. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
Make a Difference : Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team!
The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the HR Operations and Data Consultant position. This role is within the Executive Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office.
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Impactful careerMake a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
Small agency, big opportunitiesGain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
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Position Details
About the Position
Are you passionate about people, data, and making systems work better for everyone? Join the Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) as a HR Operations and Data Consultant and become a vital part of a collaborative team that supports the agency's mission to protect consumers and regulate the insurance industry with fairness and efficiency.
As the HR Operations & Data Consultant , you'll play a key role in keeping our HR functions running smoothly. Serving as a trusted partner to the HR Director, HR Consultants, managers, and staff, this professional-level position offers a dynamic blend of administrative support, data analysis, project coordination, and process improvement.
Reporting to the HRC4 Supervisor, you'll be the first point of contact for the HR office, lead new employee orientations, manage critical HR data and records, and contribute to strategic projects that improve agency operations. Your work directly impacts how our team supports the broader goals of the OIC—helping others stay focused on what matters most.
If you're detail-oriented, people-focused, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to bring your HR expertise to a mission-driven agency that values integrity, accountability, and service.
Note : This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Human Resources Consultant 2 (HRC2) vacancies in the next sixty days.
This is a Washington General Service position. The monthly salary range for this position is $5,011 - $6,735.
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive benefits package : Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!Supportive work environment : We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.Wellness programs : Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.Work-life balance : Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.Public service fulfillment : Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.Training & Development : Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County) : Save on commuting costs.And more! Explore our website for additional benefits : https : / / www.insurance.wa.govKey Responsibilities
Serve as the initial point of contact for the HR Office, providing professional-level consultation and guidance on HR policies, procedures, and practices.Advise managers, supervisors, and staff on HR matters in alignment with collective bargaining agreements, state / federal laws, WACs, RCWs, and agency policies.Conduct new employee orientations, ensure completion of onboarding paperwork, and maintain compliance with legal documentation (e.g., I-9).Track and process HR forms including telework agreements, flex schedules, outside employment, and other personnel-related documents.Provide support and guidance on performance management processes, including probation / trial service evaluations and annual performance reviews.Manage and track Personnel Development Plans (PDPs) using Excel, HRMS, and internal systems; generate reports and analytics to support agency-wide performance monitoring.Maintain personnel and medical records in accordance with records retention policies; handle data entry and document processing in HRMS and other systems.Enter, review, and validate personnel actions such as new hires, promotions, separations, reallocations, and pay adjustments.Compile and analyze HR metrics for the agency's dashboard; support data-driven decision-making through reports, insights, and visualizations.Maintain and update HR's internal SharePoint and intranet pages; collaborate with IT and Public Affairs to improve usability and accessibility.Process employment verifications, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forms, and coordinate tracking of related documentation.Provide administrative support for workplace safety-related incidents and reporting; maintain health and medical files as needed.Serve as HR's liaison for state records archives and public disclosure requests; coordinate archival and destruction of records per retention schedules.Support employee recognition programs by preparing service awards, tracking anniversaries, and maintaining supplies.Participate in special HR projects and provide backup coverage for peer HR Consultants during peak workloads or absences.Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Five (5) years or more of progressively responsible, professional experience in Human Resources or related field.Intermediate level in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and ExcelAcademic Degree Equivalency Chart
Associate's Degree — 2 years of relevant experienceBachelor's Degree — 4 years of relevant experienceMaster's Degree — 5 years of relevant experiencePreferred / Desired Qualifications :
Degree in human resources, labor relations, organizational development, business, public administration, or related field.One (1) year professional HR work experience in Washington State public sector.One (1) year professional level experience interpreting collective bargaining language in a unionized environment.One (1) year or more years of experience working within WA State HRMS system including data integrity and reporting, organizational management; personnel, and position actions.Intermediate skills running queries and extracting reports / data from WA systems.Two (2) or more years of advanced experience working with SharePoint and Smartsheet or Excel systems including developing and reporting.Ready to join us?
Learn more about the OIC by visiting our website. We encourage you to check out our video below and listen to what our employees have to say about working here!
Welcome to the OIC
Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at the OIC!
Wage / salary depends on qualifications or state rules of compensation (if currently a state employee).
Requirements and Notices
State law (RCW 48.02.090[5]) prohibits employees of the OIC from having any interest, directly or indirectly, in an insurance company other than as a policyholder. This prohibition includes the receipt of renewal commissions. If employment is accepted with this agency, you agree to abide by this state law.Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.If claiming veteran status, please send your DD 214 to recruitment@oic.wa.gov with HRC2_2025-07369 in the subject line. Do not attach the DD 214 to your application materials. Please black out personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.Please include a cover letter indicating how you meet the qualifications for the HR Operations and Data Consultant (HRC2) position.The Office of Insurance Commissioner is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Reasonable accommodation requests may be made to Recruitment@oic.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment can contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please call toll-free at (855) 524-5627.Contact usFor inquiries about this position, please contact Recruitment@oic.wa.gov.
Additional information available at the agency website.
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