Technical Writing Director jobs in Bellingham, WA

Technical Writing Director establishes and plans the overall policies and goals for technical writing function. Develops standard documentation methods to effectively communicate product concepts and technical information. Being a Technical Writing Director coordinates with other teams and departments to determine technical writing needs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Technical Writing Director typically reports to a senior manager or top management. The Technical Writing Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Technical Writing Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Executive Director, Human Resources
  • Bellingham Technical College
  • Bellingham, WA OTHER
  • The College
     
    BTC is a premier higher education institution working to provide student-centered, high quality professional technical education throughout Whatcom County and is the only technical college serving northwest Washington State. The College is uniquely positioned to offer exceptional training and educational opportunities to area residents and employers. Founded in 1957 as Bellingham Vocational Institute, it has continued to offer high-quality education in a supportive, student-first environment. BTC has been serving its region with workforce education degrees and certificates to approximately 6000 students per year. The college provides professional technical programs and courses, adult basic education, English Language Acquisition programs, academic courses, community education, a few direct transfer degree opportunities, and two Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees. BTC works closely with regional employers and other partners to develop programs and train students to fill regional workforce demands and support economic development.

    Description
     
    Bellingham Technical College invites applicants for the following position.  This is a full-time administrative position, reporting to the President. It is anticipated to begin about May 1, 2024.
     
    As the chief human resources administrator, the Executive Director of Human Resources provides leadership and develops, oversees, organizes and implements all functions relative to people; providing expert consultation, organizational development support, and/or direct administration of the human resource functions. The Executive Director works collaboratively with the other members of the President’s Leadership Team and college community to support a positive work environment, college effectiveness, and support for student success. Areas of responsibility include compensation, compliance, benefits, recruitment, training, employee engagement and labor relations, collective bargaining, and personnel/payroll functions. Additionally, the Executive Director is responsible for institutional initiatives related to increasing and maintaining diversity and inclusion within the BTC community and fostering equal opportunity for all employees.
     
    Bellingham Technical College is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and staff who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a successful and supportive learning environment for a diverse college student population with a wide-range of backgrounds and experiences.Major Areas of Responsibility:
    Leadership and Organizational Development
    • Develop and implement comprehensive training and professional development programs to promote and maintain a skilled, engaged workforce that provides services expected of a high performing educational institution. 
    • Design and integrate talent management and recognition programs to attract, motivate and retain high-quality employees who contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace. 
    • Create and implement initiatives that promote employee engagement and professional satisfaction. 
    • Evaluate and recommend long-range planning of HR related processes, policies and strategies to promote the attraction, motivation, development and retention of people resources. 
    • Recommend, implement, and administer development and engagement programs including, but not limited to, new employee orientation, performance management and evaluations, professional development and training.
    • Supervise the recruitment, screening, and hiring process for all personnel, provide interview committee training, and serve in an advisory capacity in the selection of all employees.  
    Campus Community, Employee and Labor Relations
    • Supervise, direct and/or advise the processes for managing employee contracts, compensation/salary administration, personnel and leave records, employee performance evaluations, and benefits administration, ensuring equitable and inclusive policies and practices. 
    • Serve as lead negotiator for classified and faculty collective bargaining, manage and participate in the labor negotiations process as designated by the College President.  Provide research and preparation of information for collective bargaining process. 
    • Lead the employee grievance process, investigate discrimination, harassment and other complaints, and assist supervisors with disciplinary actions and mediation according to appropriate policies. 
    • Oversee the disability accommodations program for employees.
    • Contribute to the College's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion by fostering a welcoming climate of cultural acceptance, understanding, and appreciation. 
    • Provide a safe place for guidance and resources to employees on all matters within HR functions. 
    • Develop and/or assist in the formulation of the College’s policy and procedures related to personnel.
    • Serve in a lead role in employee recognition and celebration programs and other efforts to support a positive campus climate.
    Ethics, Compliance, Polices and Procedure Practices 
    • Oversee compliance and reporting relating to all applicable federal and state regulations, including American with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML), Title VII, Washington Law Against Discrimination (WLAD), Washington Family Cares Act (WFCA), Family Leave Act (FLA), etc. 
    • Stay current with knowledge of state and federal disability law; oversee an interactive process to determine accommodations for employees with disabilities. 
    • Oversee compliance of the public record requests process and other compliance processes. 
    • Interpret, develop, implement and communicate policies and procedures, ensuring they are consistently administered, aligned with organizational goals, and are in compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. 
    • Interpret and advise stakeholders of applicable College, State, and Federal rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to personnel. 
    • Serve as the Ethics and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employee expert, advising employees and providing training regarding implications of these and other applicable laws; working closely with the Title IX Coordinator.
    • Represent the College in cooperation with the Office of the Attorney General in all hearings with legal implications relating to personnel issues, affirmative action, or other issues. 
     Administration and Department Management
    • Supervise human resources employees and personnel systems including payroll process and staff.
    • Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of the HR function to determine needs for continuous improvement. 
    • Design, develop, recommend, and implement strategies to support, improve and strengthen the HR department, HR information systems, and services. 
    • Develop, execute, and manage effective policies and processes across all HR related functions. 
    • Manage the annual budget for the Human Resources department. 
    • Actively participate in and/or facilitate committees to represent the HR function. 
    • Represent the College on applicable boards, committees, and at various regulatory meetings. 
    • Collaborate with the business services office to ensure integrity and accuracy of payroll and personnel information processes.  
    • Supervise the development and submission of all State and Federal reports related to personnel. 
    • Oversee insurance and retirement benefit counseling to college staff to include information related to personnel problem or complaint resolution, retirement options, self-pay provisions, and benefit policy interpretations. 
    • Oversee the coordination, implementation and maintenance of the College HR data system which includes, but is not limited to, employee information, leave accrual, job status, job accounts, benefits, and contracting. 
    • Oversee the management of claims, time-loss and reporting relating to the Department of Labor and Industries, Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA), and Washington Safety and Health Act (WISHA) regulations. 
    • Oversee the management of all full- and part-time faculty, classified and administrative staff personnel files, including employment contract generation and monitoring. 
    • Process public record requests. 
    • Promote BTC's values of connectedness, professionalism and integrity, and strengthen efforts to achieve the college's mission and strategic goals. 
    • Cultivate and maintain a collaborative and respectful campus community. 
    Other
    • Actively participate in or facilitate committees related to risk management, safety, and quality improvements. 
    • Represent the College on the Washington Association of Community and Technical College Human Resource Commission and at other appropriate local, state, and regional meetings. 
    • Provide effective leadership, guidance, and advice to employees on the full range of human resources issues and stay abreast of statewide initiatives that will impact the HR function on community and technical college campuses. 
    • Uphold BTC’s values and strengthen efforts to achieve the College’s mission and strategic goals.  
    • Assume other duties as designated by the College President.
    Required Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent education/experience in related field; and five years of progressively higher supervisor and management experience in human resources with demonstrated knowledge in organizational development, employee/labor relations, performance management, policy and procedure development and administration, classification/compensation, benefits, and legal compliance. In addition, at least two of the five years' experience is in senior-level human resources management.
    OR
    • An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge and skills to perform the job will be considered.
    ADDITIONALLY;
    • Supervisory and management experience including budget development and fiscal management.
    • Strong computer skills with proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of programs.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Six years or more of HR management experience.
    • Master's Degree, or equivalent education/experience in related field.
    • Experience in education (K12 or higher education) or a complex public organization in Washington State.
    • Experience in union negotiations.
    • Juris Doctorate (JD) or Professional Human Resource (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) certification.
    • Proficiency with common HR software, specifically Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system experience such as PeopleSoft, Banner, etc. 
    Physical & Work Environment:
    Standard office setting with long periods of staying in a stationary position. Frequent use of a computer and exposure to terminal screens. Visual focus and strain. Work with constant interruptions and requirement to answer on demand questions by phone, in person, and electronically. Frequent repetitive hand/wrist motions and finger manipulation. Frequent oral and auditory communication with others. Demonstrate leadership in emergency situations. Willingness to travel off campus representing the college for conferences and meetings. Occasional evening and weekend work.Compensation, Work Schedule and Benefits:
    Annual administrative salary is based on the fiscal year, July 1 – June 30, annually.  The salary range is $125,000 to $142,000 depending on experience and education. The annual salary contract will be prorated to reflect the actual number of contract days worked, if hired before or after July 1.  For leave cash-out purposes, the annual contract is based on 248 days.
     
    Work schedule will vary but is generally Monday through Friday, during the 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. workday, about 40 hours per week; however, schedule may vary including working more than 40 hours as needed, as well as some weekends and evening work. The position will be expected to work onsite full-time with possibility of some remote work in the future. Occasional regional travel will be required.
     
    Position receives 8 hours per month of sick leave, 16 hours per month of vacation leave, 8 hours of personal leave per fiscal year, and state/college holidays. Benefits also include a Washington State insurance package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability; a retirement benefits package, with choice between the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Plan 3 or the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) 401A plan TIAA.   Additional optional benefits include ability to participate in a medical Flexible Spending plan, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending plan, or Health Savings Account; Dependent Care Assistance; discounts for automobile and homeowner insurance, tuition waiver; two voluntary investment (not matched) programs - TIAA (403b) or the State Deferred Compensation (457) plan.   Employee Assistance Program (EAP); up to 21 days of military leave; up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave, paid civil/jury duty, ability to participate in a shared leave program; up to 2 days of unpaid holiday for reasons of faith or conscience.
     
    Application Procedures and Deadline:
    Required application materials must be completed and submitted online at www.btc.edu/jobs and received by 5 p.m. on January 11, 2024 for priority consideration. Application materials received after this date and time may be considered until the position is filled.  More information about Bellingham Technical College is at www.btc.edu or call Tami Willett, Executive Director, Human Resources at 360-752-8475.  BTC is not currently sponsoring H1-B Visas.
     
    Required Online Application Materials:
    • Completed on-line BTC Employment Application, which includes the name and phone number of at least three professional references. 
    • Attached current resumé of education, experience, and other relevant achievements. 
    • Attached Statement, no more than 3 pages, single sided, addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications, as well as specifically addressing your experience for each element of the major areas of responsibility, including: Leadership and Organizational Development; Campus Community, Employee and Labor Relations; Ethics, Compliance, Policies and Procedures, and Administration and Department Management. 
    • Official transcripts of any degrees listed as part of the minimum requirements will be required upon hire, but not as part of the application process.
    Initial interviews are scheduled to be held between February 12-16, 2024.  Finalist interviews are scheduled to be held on campus between March 4-7, 2024. Interviewees living outside the Bellingham area will be reimbursed for the reasonable costs in accordance with Washington State laws and BTC Policies 201.0 and 508.1 up to $100 for in-state travel more than 50 miles, and up to $600 for out-of-state travel. Skype, Zoom, phone, or other on-line format may be used for initial interview process. Reimbursement is not made if the applicant declines the job offer or withdraws their application before a job offer is made.
     
    Other Condition(s) of Employment:
    Background Check: This position will be subject to a pre-employment background check and final offer of employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check satisfactory to the college. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
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Director of Technical Resources
  • Anvil Corporation
  • Bellingham, WA FULL_TIME
  • Position Description: JOB SUMMARY The Director of Technical Resources is primarily responsible for providing qualified personnel and other necessary resources to support branch and program operations....
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Diesel Technology Adjunct Instructor
  • Bellingham Technical College
  • Bellingham, WA OTHER
  • **Review of materials begins March 11, 2024, and until filled**Open until filled (Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Office regarding the position, even if the begin d...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Admissions and Outreach Specialist
  • Bellingham Technical College
  • Bellingham, WA OTHER
  • Bellingham Technical College invites applications for one Admissions & Outreach Specialist position. The position is anticipated to begin in June 2024 and will report to the Assistant Director of Stud...
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Program Office Coordinator - Student Life
  • Bellingham Technical College
  • Bellingham, WA FULL_TIME
  • Bellingham Technical College invites applications for a full-time (40 hours per week) regular classified Program Office Coordinator to support the Student Life department. This position reports to the...
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Adjunct Faculty - Generic Application
  • Bellingham Technical College
  • Bellingham, WA OTHER
  • Updated effective July 1, 2023 - Salary changeBellingham Technical College is establishing a pool of adjunct instructors for the 2023-2024 academic year, to plan and teach courses in degree and certif...
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Procurement & Supply Specialist 1
  • Skagit Valley College
  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • Salary: $3,454.00 - $4,497.00 Monthly Location : Mount Vernon, WA Job Type: Classified Job Number: C24-001 Department: B...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Manager
  • Ross
  • Bellingham, WA
  • GENERAL PURPOSE: Responsible for all aspects of the Stores' operations. Leads the entire operation of the Store to ensur...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director - Spring Creek by Bonaventure
  • Bonaventure Senior Living
  • Bellingham, WA
  • Spring Creek by Bonaventure has an exciting job opening for an Executive Director! Salary From $100,000 to $120,000 Call...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Area Scouts | Sports - Regional Manager | Athlete Evaluator
  • Area Scouts
  • Bellingham, WA
  • Area Scouts | Sports - Regional Manager | Athlete Evaluator Sports Currently Covered: Baseball Basketball Football Softb...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Special Projects Manager - Treasurer's Office
  • Whatcom County, WA
  • Bellingham, WA
  • Salary: $7,214.00 - $10,475.00 Monthly Location : Bellingham, WA 98225 Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: S535 *480 0324 De...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Branch Manager IV
  • Banner Bank
  • Bellingham, WA
  • More than 130 years ago, we started with core values that never go out of style: listen, learn and help businesses and i...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Code Enforcement Officer
  • Island County, WA
  • Coupeville, WA
  • Salary: See Position Description Location : Coupeville Campus, WA Job Type: Full Time Regular Job Number: 2024-020 Depar...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Manager II
  • Harris Companies
  • Bellingham, WA
  • As a Project Manager, you will provide project management support during all phases of HVAC construction to ensure proje...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

The city is located at 48°45′N 122°29′W / 48.750°N 122.483°W / 48.750; -122.483 (48.75, −122.48). The city is situated on Bellingham Bay which is protected by Lummi Island, Portage Island, and the Lummi Peninsula, and opens onto the Strait of Georgia. It lies west of Mount Baker and Lake Whatcom (from which it gets its drinking water) and north of the Chuckanut Mountains and the Skagit Valley. Whatcom Creek runs through the center of the city. Bellingham is 18 miles (29 km) south of the US-Canada border and 50 miles (80 km) southeast of Vancouver. According to the United States Census Burea...
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