HR Representative Jobs in Washington

A Human Resources (HR) Representative plays a vital role in the HR industry. They are responsible for managing and coordinating various HR functions, such as recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training and development. They are also involved in policy development and implementation, as well as ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations. They serve as a link between management and employees, and are often tasked with resolving any work-related issues or disputes to maintain a positive working environment.

Important skills for a HR Representative include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and knowledge of HR practices and employment laws. They should also have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. A Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or a related field is generally required. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) can further enhance their credibility and career prospects. Prior to becoming a HR Representative, individuals may have roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or HR Generalist.

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Asset Protection Security Specialist (HR)

  • Burlington, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Burlington, WA
  • 8 hours ago

Location: Burlington, US-WA Rate: 19.875 Type: Permanent Asset Protection Security Specialist (HR) Position Summary: Prevent and reduce loss due to bad debt, cash over/short and civil liabilities;...

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Department Specialist - Human Resources

  • Steilacoom, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Steilacoom, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Department Specialist - Human Resources JobID: 718 Position Type: Office Professional/Department Specialist Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: Steilacoom Historical School District Additional...

Human Resources Generalist

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 13 hours ago

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HR Analyst - Leave Services (SDA)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 18 hours ago

Respond to inquiries from employees and management and provide technical analysis, consultation and assistance regarding leave administration and absence management....

Amazons Advertising IMDb and Grand Challenge (AIGC) Talent Management Team seeks a Talent Management Specialist to help build high impact programs that will help to improve the employee and...

HR Specialist - Employee Information Center

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago

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...

Human Resources Specialist

  • Longview, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Longview, WA
  • 1 day ago

POSTING DETAILS HR Specialist - EXEMPT TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Hours: 8 hrs/day; 260 days/yr Pay: $35.05-$42.03 Supervisor: Employee Services Manager Closes: Open until filled QUALIFICATIONS: High...

Asset Protection Security Specialist (HR)

  • University Place, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • University Place, WA
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary: Prevent and reduce loss due to bad debt, cash over/short and civil liabilities; reduce shrink and improve margins. Fred Meyer also requires that all associates perform all tasks...

Sr. Human Resources Generalist

  • Spokane, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 2 days ago

HR Policies & Procedures: Develop and enforce transparent, fair HR policies that align with the organization's mission and promote an inclusive work culture....

HR Generalist

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 4 days ago

Provide extensive support with new employee onboarding and benefit enrollment, including processing Open Enrollment and mid-year qualifying events....

HR Specialist

  • Everett, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 5 days ago

Join K&D Services, the premier provider of Traffic Safety for Washington & Oregon! We currently have a full-time HR Specialist opening in our Everett office. You will join a team of dedicated...

Workforce Management Analyst

  • Olympia, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual for the role of BPO SPE Voice. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 4 years of experience in customer voice work. This is a...

Remote Work

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with all aspects of benefits administration to include but not limited to 401k, pension Section 125 administration, COBRA, open enrollment, workers' compensation...

Human Resources Generalist

  • Seatac, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Seatac, WA
  • 7 days ago

Human Resources Generalist Location: SeaTac, WA (In Office) Pay: $24.00/hour We have a GREAT OPPORTUNITY for an HR Generalist to help support our location in SeaTac, WA. This position is...

Demographic Data for Washington

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HR Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
Business Futures: Sustainable Business Through Green HR
Sustainability is an embedded practice in many businesses. It recognises the long term benefits of acknowledging the social and environmental impacts of production and consumption. While...
Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...

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Salary for HR Representative Jobs in Washington

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for HR Representative positions.



Highest Education Level

HR Representatives in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.4%
Master's Degree
28.6%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Representatives in Washington
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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