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10 results for Human Resources Hr Specialist in Olympia, WA

Payroll Specialist

Tacoma, WA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
Description Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Kent, WA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
Description Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Olympia, WA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
Description Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Training & Development Specialist

Tacoma, WA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Training & Development Specialist to support a contract assignment in Washington. This position will focus on strengthening day-to-day HR operations, improving documentation, and building clear, practical procedures that support multiple retail locations. The ideal candidate brings a process-driven mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate complex workflows into easy-to-follow guidance. This is a contract position suited for someone who is comfortable working independently, asking thoughtful questions, and helping modernize operational and people practices. Responsibilities:• Develop and refine HR and operational policies so they are clear, consistent, and easy for teams to follow across several store locations.• Create step-by-step process documentation and training materials that improve understanding of daily procedures and workplace expectations.• Partner with leadership to review existing practices, identify gaps, and recommend practical improvements to support business operations.• Support onboarding activities and related HR administration to help create an organized and positive employee experience.• Contribute to HRIS and workflow-related updates by helping organize information, track changes, and improve process efficiency.• Help implement operational tools or maintenance-related workflow processes as needed, ensuring users understand new procedures and expectations.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

HR Generalist

Federal Way, WA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a motivated and proactive HR Generalist to join our team in Federal Way, Washington. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting our growing organization by driving recruitment efforts, enhancing team dynamics, and shaping an engaging workplace culture. This is a permanent, in-office position with opportunities for growth into leadership. Responsibilities:• Act as a key liaison between HR and the team to address organizational needs and goals.• Review and refine job descriptions to ensure accuracy and alignment with company objectives.• Lead the recruitment process, including job postings, candidate pre-screening, and proactive talent sourcing.• Analyze team dynamics and identify gaps to improve efficiency and team cohesion.• Develop and implement strategies to enhance workplace morale and culture.• Monitor and ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and legal standards.• Utilize HR systems such as Paylocity and NetSuite to manage employee data and reporting.• Provide guidance on HR best practices and take ownership of implementing changes to drive organizational growth.• Collaborate with leadership to shape the future of the HR department as the company expands. The salary range for this position is $75k to $95k. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 15 days of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick leave and 9 paid holidays per calendar year.
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

HR Generalist

Shelton, WA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team in Shelton, Washington. This long-term contract position requires a detail-oriented individual who can excel in a public entity environment, where accountability, ethics, and confidentiality are paramount. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in human resources processes and demonstrate adaptability to support various functions effectively. Responsibilities:• Manage full-cycle recruiting processes, including creating interview packets, tracking candidate progress, and facilitating pre-employment tasks such as background checks, drug screenings, and reference verifications.• Oversee onboarding procedures, ensuring a seamless experience for new employees and maintaining accurate documentation.• Maintain and organize personnel files, both physical and digital, ensuring compliance with confidentiality standards.• Administer employee benefits and leave programs, including communication, tracking, and coordination of claims with the Risk Team.• Collaborate with other departments to address day-to-day HR needs and provide generalist support.• Serve as a liaison for risk-related claims, collecting and tracking necessary information while working closely with the Risk Team.• Utilize HRIS systems to manage employee records and support human resources administration.• Facilitate employee training programs and orientation sessions to ensure compliance and knowledge of organizational policies.• Support employee relations initiatives, addressing concerns and fostering a positive work environment.• Ensure adherence to municipal and public entity regulations, maintaining professionalism in all HR processes.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

HR Coordinator

Seattle, WA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We’re seeking an HR Coordinator to support day-to-day people operations and generalist HR functions in Seattle, Washington. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing administrative accuracy, employee support, and recruiting coordination in a collaborative environment. The person in this role will help keep HR processes organized, ensure records remain current, and contribute to a positive experience for employees and candidates alike. Responsibilities:• Guide new hires through onboarding activities and help deliver a consistent, well-organized start to employment.• Maintain employee and HRIS records with a high degree of accuracy, including payroll-related details and time-off balances.• Review information across HR systems, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve record issues affecting payroll, leave tracking, and employee data.• Coordinate recruiting logistics by arranging interviews, communicating with candidates, and supporting hiring teams as openings move through the process.• Update and maintain applicant information in Greenhouse to keep recruiting activity current and well documented.• Contribute to HR process improvements by supporting training administration, compliance-related workflows, and performance management activities.• Provide adaptable assistance across HR programs and partner with internal teams to keep people operations running smoothly.• Support light office administration for the Seattle, Washington workplace and assist with planning company events held during the year.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

HR Assistant

Auburn, WA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
DescriptionRobert Half is seeking an HR Assistant to support human resources functions for our client. This contract role is ideal for organized professionals looking to build their HR career.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and new hire paperwork.</li><li>Maintain employee records and HR databases with accuracy.</li><li>Support recruitment activities including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration and HR compliance activities.</li></ul>
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

HR Assistant

Tacoma, WA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
DescriptionRobert Half is seeking an HR Assistant to support human resources functions for our client. This contract role is ideal for organized professionals looking to build their HR career.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and new hire paperwork.</li><li>Maintain employee records and HR databases with accuracy.</li><li>Support recruitment activities including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration and HR compliance activities.</li></ul>
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist (Workday)

Auburn, WA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 41 USD / Hourly
DescriptionRobert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our client on a contract basis. In this role, you will play a key role in efficient payroll processing and reporting, utilizing Workday software to ensure accuracy and compliance.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees using Workday</li><li>Maintain and update employee payroll records in Workday</li><li>Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local laws</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and reconcile discrepancies using Workday features</li><li>Address and resolve employee payroll inquiries in a timely manner</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll procedures and reporting</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z