Job Opportunities @ BCC

Bellevue Community College is committed to increasing cultural diversity among its staff. Applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds, which will add cultural richness and diversity to Bellevue Community College, are encouraged to apply.

Bellevue Community College offers an outstanding benefits package including medical, retirement, vacation, holidays, sick leave, reduced tuition rate for classes, 10% discount on most Bookstore purchases, bus pass subsidy, on-site fitness and childcare centers, and free parking.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resource Operations the Compensation Specialist will work under general supervision performing a variety of specialized technical and clerical tasks related to administrative exempt/classified/faculty/hourly/student employment, and the human resources information system (HRIS). The Specialist will perform technical human resource tasks such as explaining and applying human resource rules, policies, regulations or procedures and processing and ensuring the accuracy of human resource documents and records. The Specialist will review and ensure the accuracy and completeness of new hire information and contracts, maintain the HRIS system for all employees, ensure accuracy and confidentiality of employee records, and create, review and reconcile reports. He/She will work as a member of a team and will therefore assist in all aspects of the Human Resources office to include customer service, employment, benefits, data entry, confidential filing and clerical duties. All team members provide back-up for one another.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications to apply. Please address how you meet the following minimum and desirable qualifications and core competencies in your cover letter.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree with a focus on human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, business, accounting or related field OR equivalent education/experience.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficiency in MS Office, database software and computerized fiscal systems
Professional in Human Resources certification (PHR)
Prior experience working in a community college or higher education setting
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups and a demonstrated commitment to cultural pluralism

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Accountability: Takes responsibility for quality and timeliness. Can be relied upon to achieve excellent results with minimal oversight
Analysis: Uses data and information to assess and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions and make decisions
Customer Service/Relations: Listen attentively, identify issues, provide options, fulfill services, and/or exercise knowledge of policies and procedures to assist others and/or resolve complaints or conflicts.
Communications Skills: Convey clear, timely and persuasive messages that positively influence the thoughts and actions of others. Effectively expresses ideas and information both in speaking and writing that are appropriate to the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience
Ethics & Integrity: Earn the trust, respect, and confidence of coworkers and internal customers through consistent honesty, forthrightness.
Inclusiveness and Relationship Building: Actively contribute to a work environment that embraces diversity and diverse perspectives to enhance the attainment of organizational goals. Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation and mutual regard
Level I Database: Use database software to develop and maintain records.
Level 2 Spreadsheet: Use spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Excel, to create and manipulate large or complex spreadsheets, use complex mathematical formulas to calculate data, and link worksheets. Import data from other sources, filter lists, and create and format charts and graphs.
Level 2 Word Processing: Use word processing software, such as Microsoft Word to create, format, edit, preview, print, and save documents. Use standard functions to select, edit, copy, paste, format, and spell check text. Create bulleted and numbered lists, indent and align paragraphs, and use bordering and shading features. Create, format, and edit tables, columns, and charts. Create forms using templates, work with form fields, and format and enhance forms. Use mail merge to create form letters, modify merged documents, and merge envelopes and labels.
Mathematical Skills: Maintain accurate and complete records of mathematical calculations, recognizing what data is needed to support important findings and conclusions
Recordkeeping: Consistently and accurately document information and/or update records to reflect the most current information and form a complete and understandable account of modifications, decisions, activities and work performed.
Trust & Confidentiality: Develop trust and demonstrate the ability to keep information confidential in order to elicit honest responses and maintain professionalism in all interactions
Tact & Diplomacy: Respond to difficult, stressful or sensitive interpersonal situations in ways that reduce or minimize potential conflict and demonstrates good working relationships among staff and students of varied ethnicity, ages, backgrounds and abilities; uses behaviors and language in dealing with people that are appropriate for workplace situations

Union shop provisions cover this position as the result of a majority vote by employees in the bargaining unit. All employees must either join the Washington Public Employee’s Association and pay regular union dues or pay a union representation fee on date of hire as required by the Dept. of Personnel, Higher Ed. Division rules.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet minimum qualifications. The application packet includes:

A cover letter addressing how the applicant meets minimum and desirable qualifications and core competencies

To Human Resources Department, A101, Bellevue Community College, 3000 Landerholm Circle SE Bellevue, WA 98007-6484. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; closed weekends and holidays. For information or to request an application send an email to jobs@bcc.ctc.edu or call 425/564-2274 or 24-hour Jobline 425/564-2082.

Applications must be postmarked or received in the Human Resources Department no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 21, 2008. Processing of applications may take from six weeks to two months following the closing date.

BCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates under an approved Affirmative Action Plan, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. BCC reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran, or Vietnam veteran. Bellevue Community College is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. For further information, please visit www.bellevuecollege.edu/equal.asp or contact Human Resources at Voice: (425) 564-2274, TTY (425) 564-4184, Fax (425) 564-3173 or email hr@bcc.ctc.edu.

The college strongly encourages all qualified applicants to apply. The successful candidate must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for employment in the United States.

Bellevue Community College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request disability accommodation in the application process, employees and the general public should contact Human Resources in advance of the position closing date at the HR contacts listed above.

Opening: COMPENSATION SPECIALIST (Class Code 119E), Ref. #008055