HR Specialist

Oregon State Credit Union • Corvallis, OR

17d • Hybrid

About The Position

Oregon State Credit Union is seeking an HR Specialist - Leaves to lead administration of employee leave and workplace accommodation programs. The specialist serves as a trusted resource for employees and managers throughout leave and accommodation processes, overseeing the leave lifecycle from initial inquiries and eligibility determinations through administration and return-to-work planning. The role administers state and federal leave programs and coordinates workplace accommodations, including support for the ADA interactive process, to help employees access effective solutions and resources. The position also supports employee-related matters with compassion, consistency, sound judgment, and a focus on a positive employee experience.

Requirements

• At least three years of HR experience, including direct experience administering employee leaves of absence, workplace accommodations, and/or related employee support processes.
• Advanced knowledge of federal and state leave laws and programs, including FMLA, OFLA, Paid Leave Oregon, ADA, and disability benefits.
• Experience with end-to-end leave administration, including eligibility determination, documentation, and return-to-work coordination.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements while maintaining accurate, compliant, and consistent program administration.
• Strong organizational and case management skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple time-sensitive matters and ensure timely follow-up.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex leave, accommodation, and HR processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to support sensitive matters with professionalism, empathy, and discretion.
• Ability to navigate challenging situations, exercise sound judgment, and determine when escalation is necessary.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Must demonstrate legal right to work in the United States and pass a background screening to the satisfaction of Oregon State Credit Union.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Dayforce or other HRIS systems.
• Experience supporting unemployment claims, verifications, agency inquiries, and other HR administrative functions.

Responsibilities

• Administer the full leave-of-absence lifecycle, including employee inquiries, eligibility, documentation, leave administration, and return-to-work coordination.
• Administer applicable state and federal leave programs and apply regulatory requirements accurately and consistently.
• Coordinate workplace accommodations and support the ADA interactive process, identifying and implementing effective solutions.
• Guide and support employees and managers through complex and sensitive leave and accommodation situations.
• Manage cases, time-sensitive matters, follow-up, and related documentation.
• Support employment-related processes such as unemployment claims, verifications, agency inquiries, and other HR administrative functions.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonuses.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• 100% credit-union-paid employee medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance coverage; dependent coverage is also available.
• 401(k) plan with a generous credit union match.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Plans.
• Membership perks, loan discounts, company clothing, wellness and recognition programs.
• Positive workplace culture and supportive team.

What This Job Offers

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