Human Resources Coordinator
Walla Walla, WA 99362
9/22/2025
Position Description
Position: Human Resources Coordinator
Salary Range: $4,785.00/month - $6,410.00/month; Starting Salary DOQ, DOE
Location Human Resources Coordinator
Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week); FLSA non-exempt; Benefits Apply
Open Until Filled
Full Time Benefits Include: • County pays $1,550 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members • Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS) • HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply • Wellness program • Access to MetLife Pet Insurance • Deferred compensation plans offered • Twelve paid holidays annually • Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Union Contract) • Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0
Visit Walla Walla County Website for detailed benefits information
Brief Duties and Responsibilities: Position provides coordination, support, and guidance in the consistent and effective application of policies, procedures, and practices of the Human Resources/Risk
Management Department. Duties require knowledge and application of County personnel practices and procedures, human resources functions, and general human resources/risk management principles and
guidelines. Work involves contact with the general public, other public agencies, elected officials and department heads and their employees. The position requires strong interpersonal and organizational
skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of customers. Confidentiality is essential in this position.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Position has no supervisory responsibility; however, the position provides guidance and facilitation for all departments, their elected officials, administrators, supervisors and staff members on human resources activities and functions.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Position has no supervisory responsibility; however, the position provides guidance and facilitation for all departments, their elected officials, administrators, supervisors and staff members on human resources activities and functions.
Working Environment/Physical Abilities: Work is performed in an office setting. Must be able to lift twenty (20) pounds and sit for extended periods of time. Physical abilities required for this position are ones typically related to office operations, manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate personal computers and other office equipment; accessing file cabinets; and sufficient hearing
and speech ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications: Education And Experience: Two (2) year college degree with emphasis in Human Resources, office administration (or comparable) or certificate in Human Resources, office assistant, executive assistant or administrative assistant plus two (2) years’ experience in human resources environment; OR four (4) years of progressive experience in human resources or an office administration environment. Risk Management experience desired. Bi-lingual preferred.
Licenses And Other Requirements: Must successfully pass a background check and a driving record check. Valid driver’s license. Excellent communication skills and confidentiality are required. Must be bondable and required to become a notary within six (6) months of hire.
For Application: Application, resume and cover letter required. Job description is available on our website at www.co.walla-walla.wa.us where you can apply online.
SELECTION IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, BACKGROUND CHECK, DRIVING RECORD CHECK, AND ORAL INTERVIEWS.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER / ADA COMPLIANT
Type: Full-time
Pay: $4,785.00 to $6,410.00 per MONTH