About Us

Kitsap Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperative with more than 300 employees and 16 branches throughout Western Washington. We have a passion for making a positive difference. As a $2 billion-asset credit union, we are deeply committed to our members’ financial wellbeing and the prosperity and quality of life in the communities we serve. We are proud to be led by individuals with the experience and skills to drive our organization towards our goals for strategic growth and operational excellence. Our KCU Cares Foundation program focuses on providing resources and support for those struggling with homelessness or hunger and improving the financial well-being of the people in our communities. And beyond monetary efforts, we have provided thousands of hours in staff volunteerism and in-kind support.

At Kitsap Credit Union, our success is built on trust-based relationships and personalized service. We understand our employees are key to our success. They provide the personalized service to our members and contribute to the communities where we live. We are committed to providing a supportive, mission-driven, and inclusive culture where employees can grow their careers. To learn more, visit kitsapcu.org.

About the Role

Kitsap Credit Union is hiring a full-time hourly HR Assistant to work hybrid out of our Harborside corporate office in beautiful Bremerton, WA. The Human Resources Assistant will perform administrative duties supporting the operations of the Human Resources department. The position primarily supports the HR recruiting and payroll functions, including input and maintenance of information in the HRIS, reporting, candidate communications, interview scheduling and various projects as assigned.

Quick Facts

Reports to: Manager, Human Resources

Employment Type: Full-time, hourly, hybrid

Salary Range: $20.16 - $30.24/hr depending on experience

Bonus Target: 5% potential incentive of base pay

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

Grade: 6BC

Industry: Banking

What you will do

• Provides administrative support to the HR department.
• Supports recruiting by creating and posting job advertisements, assisting with candidate sourcing, contacting eligible candidates, arranging initial interviews, assigning, and reporting on candidate assessments, supporting, and attending recruitment events, and tracking progress in-line with company needs and in accordance with company standards.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation, insuring recordkeeping compliance.
• Creates, maintains, and updates tracking documents or software to track employee information such as anniversary dates, birthdays, benefits eligibility, etc.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Assists with new hire orientation, processing new hire packets, auditing for completion of all required documents, creating personnel file and storing appropriately.
• Assisting with updating of company policies, forms, and any other personnel related materials (i.e., labor law posters, insurance packets, etc.)
• Assisting with communication to employees of policy updates, memos, and other information.
• Supports Human Resources department as needed with back-up coverage, or talent acquisition related projects.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• One year experience in administrative support role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in related field.
• Experience working in or supporting Human Resources.

Our Values

Integrity: We believe in acting with honesty, trust, and respect which are at the forefront of our daily engagement.

Responsibility: We believe that responsibility is holding ourselves accountable for our decisions, actions, and their outcomes.

Collaboration: We believe in the power of a diverse group of people working together to achieve a united outcome.

Authenticity: We believe activities in actions that demonstrate our commitment to be transparent, dependable, and genuine in every day.

What We Offer

Not only are we one of the largest credit unions in Washington State, and growing, but we are also a company that cares about its employees. We back that up for our employees by offering competitive pay and a benefits package that helps support you and your family’s lifestyle. We value our employees, and we strive to keep our benefits comprehensive and affordable. Some of our benefits include:

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• Free onsite parking
• Annual time off and sick time accrued
• 11 Paid holidays
• 1 Personal day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Choose from a PPO medical plan or a High Deductible with a Health Savings Account
• 3% KCU funded Safe Harbor Contribution to your 401K
• KCU will match up to 2% of your 401K contributions
• All 401K contributions are 100% vested
• Potential annual incentive in all roles within Kitsap Credit Union
• Tuition reimbursement
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• Discounts on KCU's products and services
• Paid Care.com membership

We believe in the power of belonging – it’s in our DNA as a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative. Our un-bank-like structure ensures that we remain all about people: our members, our employees, and the people in the communities where we live and work. We work hard to provide a collaborative and inclusive environment where you can grow and excel in your career.

We are dedicated to serving our members by providing personalized experiences, convenient access, and highly competitive products and services. But it goes much deeper than that. For more than 86 years, we have been relentless about making a positive difference in our communities. We understand that when our members and communities succeed, we all succeed, and that success can’t happen without great employees. If this is the kind of organization, you’re looking for.

****** Employment is contingent upon satisfactory credit, background, and reference checks. Kitsap Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to sex, marital status, race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. ******

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