HR Specialist

• Compliance 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 355 110th Avenue Northeast, Bellevue, WA 98004 Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now. PSE's Human Capital Services team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open HR Specialist
• Compliance position! Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process. Job Description Puget Sound Energy's Employee Relations department is looking for a HR Specialist
• Compliance to join our team.

The HR Specialist works independently and in partnership with department leaders to manage both HR compliance activities impacting PSE employees and provide administrative support to the Employee Relations team. This position will have ownership for the day-to-day administration activities and maintenance of verification of I-9s; Department of Transportation ("DOT") Annual Driver programs and requirements, NERC/FERC validations, labor relations grievances tracking, union correspondence and corporate credit card invoicing. Success in this role requires the individual to be organized, initiative driven, detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable managing a lot of different activities and priorities in different systems and on different teams, at one time. This individual must also understand the importance of abiding by contracts and agreements, and be ready to learn all about our corporate policies. Come join an organization that walks the talk and be a part of a team that is genuinely dynamic, engaging, energetic and caring! Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE's operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations. Job Responsibilities Effectively evaluates, monitors, analyzes and identifies all DOT driver compliance and non-compliance issues, which includes maintaining and updating driver qualification files, facilitating annual driver qualification checks for CDL holders and employees that operate a CMV and resolves them in a timely manner. Provides training to HR and other personnel on I-9 procedures, and offers support to employees regarding I-9 completion. Interprets and enforces internal policies and federal regulations related to I-9, including E-Verify, and addressing any compliance issues. Initiates NERC background checks and review results in accordance with

NERC-CIP

regulations. Ensures that all legally required labor law posters are displayed in visible locations accessible to employees in a timely manner in accordance with federal requirements. Organizes and prioritizes assigned HR business process work to meet daily and short term goals; responds to routine and unplanned work as priorities demand. Performs basic data gathering or research for department initiatives. Contributes to continuous process improvements by recognizing process weaknesses and suggesting possible improvements. Troubleshoots and resolves common system and process problems. Interprets and applies policy and guidelines to decision-making in assigned area. Keeps apprised of compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting employee related compliance matters (i.e. DOT driver programs, I-9's, labor law and compliance posters, etc.). Handles sensitive and confidential information. Tracks metrics, creates charts, reports and other work as needed. Interfaces with PSE employees, other HR specialists, management and external vendors to solve problems and meet customer needs. Coordinates short-term assigned projects (e.g. special events, presentations, vendor reviews, etc.) Order office supplies as needed Organize retrieval of company owned items and personal belongs to exiting employees Represents the department professionally with internal and external customers. Participates in cross department quality and process improvement initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications 2+ years experience in administrative support or specialist role. High School or equivalent. General understanding of Human Resources with a particular sensitivity to maintaining confidentiality. Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast paced environment. Ability to interpret and apply PSE Polices and guidelines. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as a part of a team. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Access, MSWord and other applications. Desired Qualifications BA or BS in business management or related field. Well-versed understanding of employment compliance practices, procedures, and laws specific to employment. Expertise and extensive knowledge of DOT rules and regulations. Experience using E-Verify, DOT Clearinghouse, and external background check portals. PHR or SPHR for Human Resources. Experience with SAP and SuccessFactors. Additional Information At PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package. The pay range for this position is $51,400.00

• $79,800.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses. PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short
• and long-term disability insurance.

There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page

• Why Work For Us (pse.

com) . Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy. Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at [email protected] or 425-462-3017.