This position reports to, serves as an assistant to, and provides confidential support to the Human Resources Director and is responsible for providing a variety of paraprofessional and administrative duties in support of the human resources function of the College.  Works independently under general supervision, applying specialized knowledge and using consistent exercise of independent judgement. Interprets and applies established human resource guidelines, rules, policies, procedures and adminsters collective bargaining agreements related to classified, exempt and/or academic staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Four years of office experience including two years of increasingly responsible experience in human resource or related setting OR equivalent education/experience.

Bachelor’s degree desired.

PHR certification desired

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

A complete application consists of the following numbered items.  Resumes alone will not substitute for an official application.  

                                    Downloadable Forms

1. WWCC Classified Application Form
2. Supplemental Application-Human Resource Representative
3. Additional Work History Sheets (if needed)
4. Affirmative Action Form (optional)

This position is open until filled with the first screening of applications on August 7, 2008, however, WWCC reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time.  It will be to the applicant’s advantage to submit materials promptly in order to be considered for this position. 

Electronic application materials may be downloaded from the WWCC website at www.wwcc.edu. Application materials may also be obtained by contacting the Human Resource Office via e-mail: personnel@wwcc.edu, phone: (509) 527-4323, address: Walla Walla Community College, 500 Tausick Way, Walla Walla, WA 99362.  Completed applications must be submitted to the Human Resource Office via the e-mail or street address listed above.  Responsibility for submission of required documents rests with the applicant.  Documents submitted as a part of the application process become the property of Walla Walla Community College and can not be returned. Applicants are encouraged to retain copies of their application materials.  Finalists will be invited to the College for an interview at the candidate's expense.

EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:

Walla Walla Community College supports equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability in accordance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and any other applicable federal and Washington State laws against discrimination.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION:

The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.  If you need accommodation in the application/ employment process, please call (509) 527-4323.

THE COLLEGE:

Walla Walla Community College is a comprehensive institution providing professional-technical, transfer, transitional studies, and extended learning programs at the postsecondary level.  Most programs are located on the 110-acre Walla Walla campus site, which was established in 1974.  Programs are also offered at the Clarkston Center in Clarkston, Washington; at Department of Corrections Facilities in Walla Walla, Connell and Yakima, Washington; and at other off-campus locations.  Over 11,350 students enroll annually.  Full-time equivalent enrollment in 2006-2007 was more than 4,210 full-time equivalent students.

This position is in a bargaining unit for which WPEA Higher Ed is the exclusive representative.  As a condition of employment, employees must either become members of the Union and pay membership dues or, as non-members pay a fee in accordance with the contract provisions.