Human Resources Specialist Jobs in Washington
Human Resources Specialist jobs in Washington are open across Seattle, Olympia, and Aberdeen and other Washington metros, with employers like State of Washington, Amazon, and MultiCare Health System hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Summary
The Human Resources Specialist serves as a key support partner to the HR Manager and plays an active role in executing strategic and operational HR initiatives. This position is designed as a developmental role with the intent of preparing the successful candidate for advancement into an HR Generalist position. The HR Specialist will gain progressive responsibility across employee relations, compliance, training and development, workers’ compensation administration, H-2A workforce support, policy management, and organizational development.
H2-A Program Support
Assist the HR Manager with H-2A program administration and compliance. Support preparation and maintenance of H-2A contracts, employee documentation, and regulatory records. Coordinate onboarding activities for H-2A workers. Track contract dates, housing requirements, transportation arrangements, and compliance deadlines. Maintain accurate records to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations.
HR Administration
Assist in the development, review, and updating of employee handbooks, policies, and procedures. Ensure HR documentation remains compliant with changing employment laws and regulations. Help communicate policy updates to employees and management. Support implementation and training related to company policies.
Safety, Workers Compensation, and Claims management
Coordinate workers' compensation claims from initial report through resolution. Maintain claim documentation and communication with insurance carriers, healthcare providers, and employees. Track injury reports, return-to-work programs, and claim status updates. Assist with safety and injury prevention initiatives.
Leadership Training and Organizational Development
Coordinate leadership training programs for supervisors and managers. Assist with development of training materials, presentations, and learning resources. Track training completion and maintain records. Support employee engagement and leadership development initiatives.
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of administrative HR, or business support experience.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Preferred
Prior Human Resources experience
H-2A familiarity
Spanish/ English Bilingual
Workers' compensation experience
HR certification (SHRM-CP or PHR).
Summary
The Human Resources Specialist serves as a key support partner to the HR Manager and plays an active role in executing strategic and operational HR initiatives. This position is designed as a developmental role with the intent of preparing the successful candidate for advancement into an HR Generalist position. The HR Specialist will gain progressive responsibility across employee relations, compliance, training and development, workers’ compensation administration, H-2A workforce support, policy management, and organizational development.
H2-A Program Support
Assist the HR Manager with H-2A program administration and compliance. Support preparation and maintenance of H-2A contracts, employee documentation, and regulatory records. Coordinate onboarding activities for H-2A workers. Track contract dates, housing requirements, transportation arrangements, and compliance deadlines. Maintain accurate records to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations.
HR Administration
Assist in the development, review, and updating of employee handbooks, policies, and procedures. Ensure HR documentation remains compliant with changing employment laws and regulations. Help communicate policy updates to employees and management. Support implementation and training related to company policies.
Safety, Workers Compensation, and Claims management
Coordinate workers' compensation claims from initial report through resolution. Maintain claim documentation and communication with insurance carriers, healthcare providers, and employees. Track injury reports, return-to-work programs, and claim status updates. Assist with safety and injury prevention initiatives.
Leadership Training and Organizational Development
Coordinate leadership training programs for supervisors and managers. Assist with development of training materials, presentations, and learning resources. Track training completion and maintain records. Support employee engagement and leadership development initiatives.
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of administrative HR, or business support experience.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Preferred
Prior Human Resources experience
H-2A familiarity
Spanish/ English Bilingual
Workers' compensation experience
HR certification (SHRM-CP or PHR).
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Human Resources Specialist Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- State of Washington20
- Amazon5
- MultiCare Health System2
- TikTok2
- University Of Washington2
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector20
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Insurance2
- Technology & Software2
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources specialist jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or SAP SuccessFactors
- Knowledge of federal and state employment law, including FMLA, ADA, and FLSA
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred or required
- Experience managing full-cycle recruiting or benefits administration processes
- Strong written communication skills for policy documentation and employee correspondence
Human Resources Specialist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How many human resources specialist jobs are there in Washington?
There are 41+ human resources specialist openings in Washington on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Seattle, Olympia, and Aberdeen. New positions post regularly as employers across Washington hire.
How much do human resources specialists make in Washington?
Human resources specialists in Washington earn a median of about $84,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,030 for the lowest 10% to over $136,070 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Washington cities have the most human resources specialist jobs?
Seattle, Olympia, and Aberdeen have the most human resources specialist openings in Washington right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire human resources specialists in Washington?
Employers hiring human resources specialists in Washington include State of Washington, Amazon, and MultiCare Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote human resources specialist jobs in Washington?
Yes. About 27% of human resources specialist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Washington metros.
How do I apply for human resources specialist jobs in Washington?
You can apply to human resources specialist jobs in Washington directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Washington location, then apply to each one that fits.
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