HR Generalist

State of Oregon

5d • $5,505 - $8,097 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an HR Generalist (Human Resource Analyst 2) to join our Human Resources Team at the Oregon Department of Education. This position follows a hybrid work model. Onsite presence will be required when business or operational needs are best supported in person, such as collaboration, training, or work that requires access to onsite resources. Employees approved to work remotely must have a reliable and secure internet connection and maintain a professional work environment that supports productivity. While working remotely, employees are expected to maintain the same level of performance, responsiveness, communication, and availability as they would in the office.
About Us: The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system. Our Human Resources Unit is committed to supporting and promoting the agency’s core values of integrity, accountability, excellence, and equity. We are committed to diversity, which reinforces respectful treatment of others in the workplace; contributes to a positive and productive work environment; establishes and maintains professional and collaborative working relationships; and promotes working effectively and appropriately with individuals or groups with diverse cultural beliefs, values, and behaviors.
What You Will Do! The primary purpose of this position is to support several key program areas within the Human Resources team, including the day-to-day management of federal and state leave programs, agency classification and position management, training and development, and employee relations. The position provides consultation and technical assistance to agency managers, supervisors, and bargaining unit employees on matters related to classification, compensation, and protected leave, while also monitoring and evaluating HR data to support operational strategies. Typical duties include reviewing and administering employee leave requests, supporting ADA accommodations and return-to-work efforts, conducting position and classification reviews, assisting with employee relations matters, supporting agency training initiatives, and contributing to wellness and compliance programs. This role also provides technical expertise in the Workday HR system and plays a key role in supporting an inclusive, compliant, and effective workplace while advancing the agency’s mission and values. Please click here to view the full position description

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 and two years of Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position.
• Valid Certification as a Professional in Human Resource awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute, and three years Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position.
• Five years Human Resource experience related to the position. Three of the five years must have been at the professional level.
• A master's degree in any of the above listed courses of study may substitute for one year of professional-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

• Demonstrated experience applying HR policies, employment laws, and leave programs to make accurate eligibility determinations and provide guidance to managers and employees.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and professionally with diverse partners by delivering consultations, training, or written guidance that resolves inquiries or issues.
• Demonstrated track record of maintaining accurate records and handling confidential employee information in compliance with privacy and security requirements.
• Experience analyzing HR data and system reports to identify trends, support decisions, and recommend process or operational improvements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities by meeting deadlines and maintaining service levels in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.

Responsibilities

• reviewing and administering employee leave requests
• supporting ADA accommodations and return-to-work efforts
• conducting position and classification reviews
• assisting with employee relations matters
• supporting agency training initiatives
• contributing to wellness and compliance programs
• provides technical expertise in the Workday HR system
• plays a key role in supporting an inclusive, compliant, and effective workplace while advancing the agency’s mission and values

Benefits

• Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
• Paid days off – 11 paid holidays per year, 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year, 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month, Progressive vacation leave accrual and increases every 5 years.
• In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, Paid Leave Oregon, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
• If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees