get Sound Partnership – Human Resources and Development

At Puget Sound Partnership, our Human Resources and Development program exists to support the people who power our mission: protecting and recovering Puget Sound. We strive to make the Partnership an Employer of Choice by attracting, supporting, and empowering a talented and diverse team.

Our team provides services that engage employees at each stage of their career journey—supporting organizational productivity, professional growth, and a sense of belonging for all. We believe that how we work together matters just as much as the work itself.

Purpose Statement

The Partnership's Human Resources and Development Program is a trusted advisor in enhancing all aspects of the employee experience. The program develops and leads initiatives that support human resource functions and meet the agency's organizational development needs, including a more inclusive and equitable workplace culture. By integrating human resource functions and DEIB practices with business strategies, the Human Resources and Development Program enables the Partnership to optimize their human capital, foster employee engagement, and gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Our Vision

To be the employer of choice by attracting, supporting, and empowering the most diverse talent that drives our mission forward

Our Mission

Engage with people at each stage of the employee life cycle to optimize the employee experience, organizational productivity, and performance management.

Our Core Values

Human Resources and Development at the Partnership is guided by these shared values:

1. Respect
2. Psychological Safety
3. Ownership
4. Equity

How We Approach Our Work

We provide services through a thoughtful, people-centered approach that includes:

1. Trauma-Responsive Leadership: Promoting safety, trust, and understanding throughout workplace interactions and systems.
   
2. Design Thinking: Placing employees at the center of processes and policies, using input and feedback to guide improvements.
   
3. Targeted Universalism: Working toward shared goals while addressing the unique needs of different individuals and groups within our workforce.
   

Human Resources Services at the Partnership

1. Recruitment and Onboarding: Helping new and prospective employees navigate the hiring process and integrate successfully into the organization.
   
2. Performance Management: Supporting supervisors and employees with tools and guidance for clear expectations, feedback, and growth.
   
3. Employee Benefits: Providing information and assistance related to health coverage, retirement programs, leave policies, and other employee benefits.
   
4. Position Descriptions, Reallocations, and Class Codes: Ensuring accurate role alignment and equitable compensation within the agency.
   
5. Legal Compliance: Developing policies and practices that align with state and federal regulations while fostering a fair and inclusive workplace.
   
6. Employee Engagement and Wellness: Promoting workplace vitality, feedback opportunities, and employee wellness initiatives.
   
7. Conflict Resolution and Employee Relations: Assisting employees and supervisors in navigating concerns and resolving workplace issues professionally and constructively.
   
8. Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Supporting initiatives and practices that build a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute fully.
   
9. Learning and Development: Providing training, mentorship opportunities, and skill-building resources for all team members.
   
10. Workforce Data and Analytics: Using data to inform strategies, guide decision-making, and improve organizational effectiveness.
    

Why We Do What We Do

We support the retention and development of talented staff to ensure excellence, advocacy, and innovation in natural systems recovery. Through this work, we help cultivate a thriving and healthy community within the Partnership and beyond.
Contact Us
If you have questions or would like to connect with a member of the Human Resources and Development team, please contact us at:

1. Email: [Insert HR contact email]
   
2. Phone: [Insert HR phone number]
   
3. Office Location: [Insert address or indicate remote availability]
   

The Partnership is committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of our region and supports the wellbeing and growth of every team member.

Last updated: 12/3/2025