HR Analyst (Human Resource Analyst 1)

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

5d • $4,868 - $7,179 • Onsite

About The Position

At the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM), our mission is simple yet crucial: to protect people, property, and the environment from fire and hazardous materials. Guided by a set of unwavering values, we strive to uphold integrity, dedication, leadership, partnership, and service to others in all we do. The OSFM actively supports a workforce representative of the communities we serve. We embrace diversity, practice inclusive excellence, and strive for equity and belonging to maintain a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We value all lived experiences and welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, LGBTQIA2S+, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others to apply. The OSFM is recruiting for an HR Analyst (Human Resource Analyst 1). We are seeking an approachable, team‑oriented Human Resource Analyst to join our small but highly collaborative HR team. In this role, you will provide essential support to employees and managers by administering protected leave programs, coordinating recruitments, orienting new employees, assisting with payroll processes, and maintaining accurate personnel data. You’ll apply HR laws, policies, and procedures while offering clear, supportive guidance that helps employees navigate complex processes with confidence. This role is ideal for someone who values strong working relationships and thrives in a service‑focused environment. As a key point of contact for HR questions, you will contribute to a positive, respectful workplace by being responsive, professional, and easy to approach. You will also be relied upon to safeguard confidential information, make thoughtful decisions, and manage sensitive matters with professionalism and care. If you enjoy working closely with others, solving problems, and making a meaningful impact across an organization, this role offers an opportunity to grow your HR skills while supporting a mission‑driven agency dedicated to serving the people of Oregon. Become a part of the OSFM team and together, let's continue working towards a safer, more resilient Oregon for everyone!

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior or Development, Business or Public Administration, the Applied Behavioral Sciences, Industrial Relations or a job-related course of study determined by the appointing authority; OR Valid Certification as a Professional in Human Resource awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute, and one-year Human Resource experience; OR Three years of Human Resource paraprofessional or technical-level experience.
• The State Certified Human Resources Professional (SCHRP) certification, awarded by the Oregon Chief Human Resources Office, substitutes for six months of human resource professional-level experience.
• Valid certification as a SHRM Certified Professional awarded by a nationally recognized organization, substitutes for one year of human resource professional-level experience.
• Valid certification as a PSHRA-CP from the Public Sector HR Association substitutes for one year of professional human resources experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Workday to process HR tasks and functions
• Skill in ensuring accuracy and compliance with state payroll and time entry processes in Workday
• Knowledge and ability to administer protected leave programs, including FMLA, OFLA, and Paid Leave Oregon
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build strong interpersonal relationships
• Experience performing audits or verifying the accuracy of data
• Proficiency using SharePoint for document management and collaboration
• Experience coordinating or managing training through Workday Learning
• Workday and/or State of Oregon HR experience

Responsibilities

• Administering protected leave programs
• Coordinating recruitments
• Orienting new employees
• Assisting with payroll processes
• Maintaining accurate personnel data
• Applying HR laws, policies, and procedures
• Offering clear, supportive guidance to employees navigating complex processes
• Serving as a key point of contact for HR questions
• Safeguarding confidential information
• Making thoughtful decisions
• Managing sensitive matters with professionalism and care

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• 11 holidays
• 24 hours of personal business leave
• A floating day off each year
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance (with most only 1%-5% employee share)
• Life insurance
• Additional optional benefits
• Retirement programs through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Optional deferred compensation programs through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan
• Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Abundant advancement opportunities within the agency and throughout State of Oregon government that carry your seniority and benefits with you
• Opportunities to expand your technical and professional skills
• Meaningful work with others who are passionate about public service
• Make a difference in the lives of Oregonians

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level