The Human Resources Department takes a lead role in developing and disseminating city-wide policies relating to employment, supervision, training, benefits, leaves, holidays, and safety. The department also advises and provides assistance to other departments with their internal development of Standard Operating Procedures.
The City maintains contracts with four labor unions. Human Resources facilitates the collective bargaining process, which includes contract negotiation, implementation, grievance resolution, and ongoing labor-management relations.
Association of Federal, State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 618 (2022-2024)
Covers: General office, maintenance, and professional staff
Lacey Police Sergeants Union (LPSU) (2025-2026)
Covers: Police Sergeants
Lacey Police Officers’ Guild (LPOG) (2024-2026)
Covers: Police Officers and Police Corporals
Lacey Police Senior Management Association (LPSMA) (2024-2026)
Covers: Police Commanders & Lieutenants
To learn more about City positions and pay, visit our Job Descriptions page.
As an Employer, we recognize the value of our staff and provide competitive benefits and perks to being a Lacey employee. Along with the benefits listed below, our building is located near beautiful trails, Saint Martin’s University campus, local restaurants and coffee shops. We support healthy lifestyles and offer many opportunities for staff to stay healthy, participate in activities, balance life and work, and select the best plans that work for individuals and their families:
As an employer, the city provides opportunities for health and wellness in and outside of work. The City of Lacey strives to build a healthy community where employees collaborate with one another and spend time together through fun activities!
Wellness opportunities include: