Human Resources Manager 2

State of Oregon

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About The Position

Lead the People Strategy That Powers Our Mission Human Resource Manager 2 Are you a strategic HR leader who thrives at the intersection of people, policy, and purpose? This is an opportunity to shape the culture, workforce strategy, and leadership practices of a mission-driven state agency while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. As the agency’s senior Human Resources leader, you will play a critical role in fostering a collaborative, equitable, and high-performing workplace—one where employees feel supported and empowered to do their best work in service of Oregonians. What You Will Do: In this executive-level role, you will provide strategic vision, leadership, and operational oversight for all Human Resources functions within the Department. You will serve as a key member of the agency’s leadership team, guiding both long- and short-term human capital strategies that directly support the agency’s mission and goals. Key responsibilities include: Providing high-level oversight of workplace relationships, employee engagement, and HR policies that support organizational effectiveness. Leading, planning, directing, and evaluating all phases of Human Resources and Payroll/Benefit administration. Serving as a strategic advisor to agency leadership and managers on performance management, employee relations, and organizational development, with an emphasis on collaboration, problem-solving, and early resolution. Developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and initiatives that align with state requirements and agency priorities. Acting as an HR generalist with responsibility for labor relations, employee relations, recruitment, classification, policy development, and compliance. Partnering closely with DAS-CHRO, Labor Relations, and the Department of Justice on complex and sensitive matters. Advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion principles across HR practices and workplace culture. Identifying innovative and practical solutions to workforce challenges that balance employee needs with organizational goals. Supporting managers statewide, including in remote work environments, to ensure consistent and effective people management practices. For additional details about this position, email [email protected] to request a copy of the position description.

Requirements

• Candidates must meet one of the following: Six years of supervision, management or progressively related experience OR Three years related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships with managers, employees, labor groups, etc.
• Strong communication skills to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively, verbally and in writing, with a diverse group of partners. Including delivering consultations, training, or written guidance that resolves inquiries or issues.
• Experience analyzing HR data and HRIS reports to identify trends, support decisions, and recommend process or operational improvements.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and successfully manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-level oversight of workplace relationships, employee engagement, and HR policies that support organizational effectiveness.
• Leading, planning, directing, and evaluating all phases of Human Resources and Payroll/Benefit administration.
• Serving as a strategic advisor to agency leadership and managers on performance management, employee relations, and organizational development, with an emphasis on collaboration, problem-solving, and early resolution.
• Developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and initiatives that align with state requirements and agency priorities.
• Acting as an HR generalist with responsibility for labor relations, employee relations, recruitment, classification, policy development, and compliance.
• Partnering closely with DAS-CHRO, Labor Relations, and the Department of Justice on complex and sensitive matters.
• Advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion principles across HR practices and workplace culture.
• Identifying innovative and practical solutions to workforce challenges that balance employee needs with organizational goals.
• Supporting managers statewide, including in remote work environments, to ensure consistent and effective people management practices.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Paid holidays, personal business leave, vacation, and sick leave
• Optional benefits such as basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Deferred compensation savings program
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses

What This Job Offers

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