Career Opportunities

Title: Human Resources Manager

Company: City of Richland

Job Description: Includes Wage and Benefits

The City of Richland is looking for a well-qualified Human Resources Manager to join our team!

Pay Range

$133,452.80 - $194,022.40 Annual

Midpoint

$163,737.60

Starting salaries generally fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Each offer depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, internal pay equity, and available budget. Salary offers are negotiated individually based on these factors.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Performs complex administrative work leading the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department, establishing a high level of operational efficiency and service quality. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Human Resources Director (“supervisor”). Continuous supervision is exercised over assigned personnel.

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree with coursework in business or public administration, human resources management, or related field
Five (5) or more years of increasingly responsible human resources experience, including
Two (2) years in a lead or supervisory role
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid driver’s license
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Prior public sector human resources experience.
Prior experience working with labor unions.
Highly skilled at conducting complex employment investigations
In depth knowledge of leaves of absences and worker’s compensation administration.
WE ARE RICHLAND

At the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. From maintaining essential services to enhancing our community, you’ll be part of a team that values teamwork, integrity and excellence in what we do.

With a strong sense of purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’re proud to serve.

Richland Rewards – Supporting Those Who Serve

Summary of the City of Richland benefits for unaffiliated staff (non-represented employees):

Note: Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan for Unaffiliated Employees with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about position benefits.

Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee Benefits

Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
City-paid dental and vision plans
City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 Paid Holidays
4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options
o Senior Management Level = additional 4% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan

o Management Level = additional 3% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan

o Supervisors or Exempt Level = additional 1% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan

Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Annual Performance Assessment System
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual

Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions are pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours.)

Years of Continuous Service / Maximum Hours Per Month

0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month

6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month

10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month

16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month

Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested. Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling (509) 942-7392.

The provisions of job announcements listed on this website do not constitute an expressed, or implied, contract of employment with the City. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Link to Job Posting to Apply:

https://cirichlandwa.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/COR/details/Human-Resources-Manager_JR-2026-00136