HR Advisor

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. AgWest is part of the 100+ year-old Farm Credit System – the leading provider of credit to American agriculture.

AgWest champions the growth and advancement of agriculture, the value of rural communities, and the vital contribution our customers make to the economy and society. We serve customers in 59 locations throughout the West.

We are in search of an HR Advisor to join our Human Resources department in Spokane, Washington (Headquarters). This full-time position reports to the Director, HR and is accountable for providing human resource (HR) services in a variety of disciplines, with a focus on employee relations, performance management, recruiting, and employment practices.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule and one-time home office stipend after initial training period.

Compensation Information

The base salary range for this position in Spokane, Washington is:

Level II: $64,600 - $97,500; bonus at target is 10% of salary.

Level III: $78,000 - $111,000; bonus at target is 12% of salary.

Job Requirements

• Provide consultation and support to managers and employees related to performance management and employee relations, including complex situations and investigations. Coordinate with internal and external counsel, as needed.
• Support the planning and execution of recurring performance management processes and communications.
• Assist in the development and implementation of talent management processes.
• Facilitate full cycle recruiting process, following established processes and procedures.
• Consult with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs, determine optimal course of action to identify and secure talent, and ensure hiring team is equipped for success.
• Effectively market the organization to potential candidates and negotiate employment offers for assigned positions.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, practices, procedures, and compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, within scope of role.
• Assist HR Department management and others across the organization with various projects and assignments as needed.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management, business or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Generally, requires at least 3 years' progressively responsible and complex HR experience
• Knowledge of employee relations and workplace investigation practices
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Proven ability to exercise good judgement and navigate ambiguous situations
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels within the organization and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to demonstrate consistent, effective communication skills to build trusted advisor status
• Ability to create written communications that are concise and appropriate to context

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of employment law
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification

Benefits Offered by AgWest

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company)
• Paid days off annually: 15 vacation*, 15 sick, 11 holidays and 3 volunteer
• 401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Jeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest!
• Vacation accrual rates increase with tenure.

Details about insurance and retirement benefits are available at: https://www.farmcreditfoundations.com/fcfbenefits