Build Something That Matters

Clallam County Fire District #3 serves the community in critical moments. This newly established HR Manager role provides a unique opportunity to shape the people function of an organization built on service, trust, and teamwork.
This role goes beyond traditional HR. You’ll establish structure, ensure compliance, and help build a cohesive, connected culture across firefighters, leadership, Commissioners, and three unions.

What You’ll Do

• Build and lead the District’s HR function from the ground up
• Ensure compliance with Washington State employment laws
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, the Fire Chief, and Commissioners
• Foster strong relationships across three unions and administration
• Create clear HR policies, processes, and communications
• Establish HR as a trusted, approachable resource

What Success Looks Like

• Employees confidently turn to HR
• Leadership has a reliable partner
• Union relationships are collaborative
• HR practices are consistent and compliant
• The organization operates as a unified team

What You Bring
Required:

• 5+ years HR experience with strong operational knowledge
• Knowledge of Washington State employment laws
• Ability to build trust and navigate sensitive situations
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Preferred:

• Public sector or fire service experience
• Union experience
• HR certification (SHRM or HRCI)

How to Apply
Please submit a resume and a cover letter (250 words or fewer) describing how your professional experience has prepared you to support organizational growth, strengthen workplace culture, and partner effectively with leadership teams in a dynamic public service environment.

A complete position description is available here.

Selected applicants may be invited to complete a supplemental questionnaire as part of the evaluation process.

Please submit your resume and cover letter by Sunday, June 7, 2026.

For additional information or inquiries, contact jobs@westsoundworkforce.com or call 253-853-3633.

The HR Manager role reports directly to the Fire Chief and is classified as exempt. The salary range for this position is $116,000–$143,000 annually, plus a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; $25,000 life insurance; retirement benefits; paid sick leave; generous vacation and holiday leave; bereavement leave; and professional development opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of Clallam County Fire District 3 to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals. Clallam County Fire District 3 administers all employment practices in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.

ADA Statement
Clallam County Fire District 3 does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its services, programs, activities, or employment practices, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ADA Amendments Act. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees will be provided upon request.