Human Resources Specialist

Sno-Isle Libraries is recruiting for a Human Resources Specialist (Benefits and Leaves)!

Working at Sno-Isle Libraries

Public libraries are more useful—and exciting—than ever. Embark on a meaningful journey where your passion for learning, commitment to public service, and love for literature converge. Plus, you'll have access to all you can read books.

Every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of over 800,000 residents across two counties. Your journey towards professional growth and community connection starts here! Our libraries are the gateway to things yet unimagined, and we want you to help create that experience for future generations.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, ensuring equitable access to opportunities for both personal and professional development. Join us in creating a library experience for our diverse communities, where your contributions play a pivotal role in building a more inclusive and connected future for everyone.

About the Opportunity

Join an organization dedicated to learning, community engagement, and equitable access to information. Sno-Isle Libraries is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Human Resources Specialist focusing on Benefits and Leaves, to perform a variety of complex clerical and administrative services along with having responsibility for performing professional and technical human resource work.

This position involves the use and preservation of confidential and sensitive information and dealing with matters having significant impact on the organization’s compliance with critical federal and state laws and regulations. Must have the ability to provide accurate guidance on Leaves of Absence claims, benefits coverage questions- including Workers’ Compensation, and Job Accommodation processes to ensure employees understand how to navigate their benefits effectively. The ideal candidate is able to support the department’s administration needs for benefits and leaves, while thriving in a service-oriented environment that supports employees who make a difference in their communities every day.

Working at Sno-Isle Libraries means being part of a mission-driven organization committed to equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning across Snohomish and Island County. This position contributes to the Library District’s effective operation, providing library services, spaces, and resources that are representative of diverse cultures and perspectives, intentionally inclusive, and accessible to everyone.

Job Location: Marysville, WA

Essential Functions

Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Benefits and Leaves

1. Administer the Library's employee benefit programs and policies; assure compliance with federal and state laws governing benefits; work with broker and vendors to identify benefit options; monitor vendor services for compliance with performance guaranties.
2. Communicate benefit programs and information to employees; analyze and implement training as needed; work with HRIS Administrator to plan and execute open enrollment activities.
3. Interpret and administer all leave programs and policies in accordance with applicable federal and state laws (LOA, FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act), coordinate Workers' Compensation and return-to-work programs, address applicant and staff requests for ADA accommodation; provide timely and accurate guidance to supervisors and employees regarding leaves, accommodations, and medical information.
4. Coordinate all medical information to ensure HIPPA, PHI and employee privacy guidance are monitored and executed.
5. Coordinate with supervisors to determine reasonable accommodation.
6. Manage all administrative aspects of leave and Workers' Compensation claims to ensure accurate pay for employees; maintain communication with employees on leave and their supervisors to ensure proper return to work procedures are implemented; create and facilitate appropriate training as needed for employees and supervisors.

Other Essential Functions

1. Conduct weekly onboarding for all new employees to ensure a positive first impression of the organization's vision, mission, values, culture, policies, and expectations to build a strong foundation and increase employee engagement.
2. Track completion of performance appraisals, maintain records, and regularly report to supervisors due dates and status of appraisals.
3. Coordinate and administer safety program, including serving on district-wide safety committee, to assure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
4. Prepare and maintain a variety of records, files, reports, eligibility lists, and certifications relative to Human Resource functions; organize and oversee comprehensive records related to human resources administration; comply with department records management guidelines and archival system.
5. Investigate, interpret, and administer legal compliance issues; provide interpretation and guidance regarding Human Resource policies and procedures as needed.
6. Research, draft, and update human resource policies, procedures, programs, and systems for management review and approval; identify uses for Intranet and internet, and assure accuracy of assigned information.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position can be acquired by a combination of experience and education including:

1. These skills and abilities typically are acquired through a combination of experience and training including university-level education in such fields as human resource management, public administration, or a related field, together with at least three years of Human Resources experience.
2. Professional certification such as Professional in Human Resources (SHRM or PHR) or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) is desirable.

Benefits and Compensation

Pay Range: $6,853.60 - $9,460.53 monthly

Benefits: All Sno-Isle Libraries employees are eligible for sick leave, vacation leave, paid holidays, dental coverage, an employee assistance program, and an employer-paid ORCA Passport card. Employees working 20 or more hours per week also receive additional benefits such as medical and vision coverage, retirement savings, life insurance, and flexible healthcare and daycare spending accounts. For more information about these benefits, visit our employment webpage at sno-isle.org/employment.

How to Apply

Job posting closing date: May 25, 2026 - 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time

Apply online: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/snoisle/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/1034

If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at employment@sno-isle.org.

Sno-Isle Libraries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.