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HR Outsourcing, Fractional HR & Professional Development in Gig Harbor, WA

Complete HR support for Gig Harbor employers: HR outsourcing, fractional HR services, benefits administration, background checks, and SHRM-approved professional development programs.

65+
Years in HR
10,000+
Employers Served
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All 50
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HR Challenges Facing Gig Harbor Businesses Right Now

Washington employers face evolving labor laws, rising compliance complexity, and a competitive hiring environment. Gig Harbor businesses in Pierce County need a trusted HR partner to stay ahead of changes and protect their workforce.

65+
Years in HR

Catapult has served employers across Washington and all 50 states since 1958. Deep experience across every labor law cycle and compliance challenge.

10,000+
Employers Served

From small businesses to 500+ employee organizations, Catapult delivers the same expert HR support to Gig Harbor employers that large corporations get, without the overhead.

2025–26
Active Compliance Deadlines

Washington labor law updates are in effect. Catapult monitors state and federal changes and updates your policies proactively, before penalties arise.

Serving Gig Harbor (98332, 98335) and surrounding Pierce County

HR Services Available to Gig Harbor, WA Employers

Services are provided remotely. No local office required. Washington-specific HR expertise, 24-hour response.

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HR Compliance

Real-time Washington employment law monitoring with proactive handbook and policy updates. Stay ahead of compliance changes before penalties arise.

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Employee Handbooks

Custom Washington-compliant employee handbooks drafted, reviewed, and updated as laws change, never a generic template.

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Benefits Administration

ACA compliance, carrier EDI, COBRA, and open enrollment built around Gig Harbor market rates and Washington mandates.

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HR Outsourcing

Fully managed HR operations, onboarding to offboarding, giving Gig Harbor employers a complete HR department without the overhead.

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Fractional HR

Dedicated fractional HR professionals providing strategic HR leadership, policy development, and workforce planning. On-demand expertise without the cost of a full-time hire.

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Background Checks

FCRA-compliant screening: criminal, employment, education verification, and reference checks available in all 50 states.

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Virtual Training

HRCI and SHRM-approved online programs: harassment prevention, manager readiness, DEI, and compliance training.

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Corporate Onsite Training

Instructor-led training at your Gig Harbor location, customized to your industry, culture, and workforce needs.

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Deep Expertise in Gig Harbor’s Key Industries

Gig Harbor’s economy spans Technology, Healthcare, Agriculture, Aerospace, sectors where Catapult’s advisors have direct workforce experience.

  • Technology: HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Gig Harbor technology employers.
  • Healthcare: Compliance, handbooks and day-to-day HR for Harbor healthcare employers in Pierce County.
  • Agriculture: Workforce planning and employment-law support for Gig Harbor agriculture teams.
  • Aerospace: Hiring, onboarding and compliance help for Gig Harbor aerospace employers.
  • Retail & Logistics: HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Gig Harbor retail & logistics employers.
  • Zip codes served: 98332 • 98335 and throughout Pierce County.
Jill Feldman , Catapult HR

Your HR Leadership Team

Jill Feldman

VP of HR Solutions


“Gig Harbor employers face a unique mix of Washington regulatory complexity and local labor market conditions. Our team stays ahead of both so you can focus on growing your business.”

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See How Catapult HR Works

Watch how we help Gig Harbor employers simplify HR, stay compliant, and grow with confidence.

Why Catapult HR Is Different

Why Catapult HR Is Different

What Is HR Outsourcing?

What Is HR Outsourcing?

Client Success Stories

Client Success Stories

Catapult in the Gig Harbor Business Community

Catapult supports Gig Harbor and Pierce County employers as a partner in the region’s workforce, not only as a service provider.

  • ✓SHRM-affiliated HR education, ongoing training for Gig Harbor HR professionals
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Frequently Asked Questions About HR Outsourcing in Gig Harbor

What HR services does Catapult provide to Gig Harbor businesses?
Catapult provides full-service HR outsourcing including payroll administration, benefits management, compliance guidance, employee relations support, HR technology, and fractional HR consulting tailored to employers in Gig Harbor and Pierce County.
How is Catapult different from a PEO or staffing agency near Gig Harbor?
Unlike a PEO, Catapult does not co-employ your workers. You retain full control of your employer relationship. Unlike a staffing agency, we don’t place workers; we manage the HR infrastructure for your existing team in Gig Harbor and beyond.
What size businesses does Catapult typically serve in Pierce County?
Catapult primarily serves small to mid-sized employers with 10–500 employees, though our fractional HR and compliance services can be scoped for businesses of any size operating in Gig Harbor and the surrounding region.
Does Catapult handle state-specific employment law compliance for Gig Harbor employers?
Yes. Our HR specialists stay current on state and local employment regulations, wage and hour laws, leave policies, and compliance requirements that affect employers in Gig Harbor and Pierce County.
How do I get started with HR outsourcing for my Gig Harbor business?
Schedule a free HR consultation with a Catapult advisor. We’ll assess your current HR setup, identify compliance gaps, and recommend the right service level for your team in Pierce County.

Employment law guidance reviewed by Karol Dixon, Senior HR Advisor, and Cindy Satter, Senior HR Advisor, SHRM-SCP, PHR. See Catapult HR Advisors. Edited by Kiera Stephan. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

HR Support for Gig Harbor’s Key Industries

Sector-specific HR outsourcing and compliance for the industries that employ most of the Gig Harbor area.

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Healthcare

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Gig Harbor healthcare employers.

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Agriculture

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Gig Harbor agriculture employers.

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Aerospace

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Gig Harbor aerospace employers.

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Have a question about a policy, a tough employee situation or compliance? Catapult members get unlimited access to senior HR advisors. HR support and advice →

HR Training for Gig Harbor Teams

Live online courses open to Gig Harbor professionals, with in-person sessions in Charlotte and Raleigh.

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HR Training in Spokane

Upcoming course dates and registration for Washington employers.

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HR Training in Tacoma

Upcoming course dates and registration for Washington employers.

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Training across Washington

State requirements, delivery options and upcoming live sessions.

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Course Catalog

Instructor-led courses with live dates and HRCI and SHRM recertification credit.

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Talent and Recruiting

Recruiting, contract staffing and talent strategy support for Gig Harbor employers.

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Membership and Pricing

Ongoing HR advice, training access and compliance support through Catapult membership.

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The Catapult HR Team Behind Your Business

Certified HR professionals dedicated to serving employers across the US, from small businesses to 500-person organizations.

Stephanie Dillon

Stephanie

Lead HR Advisor

Linda Hunter

Linda

Senior HR Advisor

Karol Dixon

Karol

HR Advisor

Cindy Satter

Cindy

HR Advisor

Breni Malpass

Breni

HR Advisor

Jill Feldman

Jill

VP of HR Solutions

Kendra Stewart

Kendra

Director of HR Solutions

FAQ: HR Services in Gig Harbor, WA

Common questions from Gig Harbor and Pierce County business owners.

What HR services does Catapult provide in Gig Harbor, WA?

Catapult provides HR outsourcing, employee handbooks, benefits administration, compliance monitoring, background checks, and professional development training to Gig Harbor employers. We serve businesses of all sizes throughout Pierce County and the surrounding area (98332, 98335).

How does Catapult handle Washington employment law compliance?

Our compliance team monitors Washington labor law changes in real time. We proactively update your handbook, policies, and HR procedures before deadlines hit, protecting Gig Harbor employers around the clock.

Does Catapult have a local office in Gig Harbor?

Catapult is a remote-first HR partner. We serve Gig Harbor businesses via phone, video, and secure online platforms. No local office required. We guarantee a 24-hour response to every Gig Harbor client inquiry.

How quickly can Catapult onboard a Gig Harbor business?

Most clients are fully onboarded within 2–4 weeks. Our implementation team handles system integrations, policy setup, and employee communications so you experience zero disruption.

What industries does Catapult specialize in for Gig Harbor?

We have direct experience serving Technology, Healthcare, Agriculture employers, core industries in Pierce County’s economy. Our HR strategies are built around the real workforce challenges these sectors face in Washington.

Serving Gig Harbor & Pierce County

Catapult provides remote-first HR services to businesses across Gig Harbor and the greater Pierce County area in Washington.

Service Area & Contact

Catapult HR: Gig Harbor, WA

📍 Remote-first. No local office required

📞 (866) 440-0302

✉ info@letscatapult.org

🕐 Mon–Fri 8am–6pm EST

Zip codes: 98332 • 98335

24-Hour Response Guarantee

Every Gig Harbor inquiry receives a personal response within one business day.

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