Sr Human Resources Generalist - Benefits & Compliance

Portland, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Renewal by Andersen is seeking a process-driven HR professional who thrives in the details of benefits administration, leave management, and compliance. This role requires deep subject matter expertise, a continuous improvement mindset, and a genuine care for the employee experience. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert for all benefit inquiries, manage vendor relationships, and co-lead open enrollment. They will also administer full-cycle leaves, manage ADA accommodations, lead people compliance initiatives, and oversee the workers' compensation program. Additionally, the role supports all aspects of the employee lifecycle, coaches employees and managers, and assists in developing HR trainings.

Requirements

7+ years of HR experience with a strong focus on benefits, leave of absences, and project management.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Suite proficiency required.
Deep knowledge of benefits compliance.
Leave administration and workers’ compensation program management.
Vendor and broker relationship management.
Strong analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and HRIS systems.
Autonomous troubleshooting, project planning, and organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication and strict confidentiality.
Ability to work fully on-site in our office in Tualatin, OR.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as subject matter expert for all benefit inquiries, providing high-quality service and clear communication to employees.
Manage relationships with benefit vendors, broker, and carriers, monitoring cost, service levels, and data accuracy in partnership with the HR Director and CFO.
Co-lead open enrollment including communications, employee education sessions, documentation, and reconciliation audits.
Conduct ongoing audits and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance across all benefit plans.
Evaluate benefits systems and processes to identify automation and efficiency improvements.
Develop and maintain benefits documentation, standard operating procedures, and training resources.
Administer full-cycle leaves as the subject matter expert on federal and state leave laws, including ADA accommodations.
Determine eligibility, track and document leaves, and ensure timely communication with employees and managers.
Serve as escalation point for complex, sensitive, or high-risk leave and accommodation cases.
Manage ADA accommodation cases by facilitating the interactive process and partnering with employees, managers, and HR Director.
Generate leave reports and metrics to support compliance and visibility.
Stay current on evolving leave and ADA regulations through ongoing professional development.
Provide empathetic, objective guidance during complex leave and accommodation discussions, ensuring consistent application of policy.
Lead people compliance initiatives, including policy development, SOP creation, and internal guidance.
Support audits, risk assessments, and required government reporting across the organization.
Oversee the full workers’ compensation program, including claims management, carrier relationships, return-to-work coordination, recordkeeping, and cost containment.
Serve as an active member of the Safety Committee, participating in monthly meetings and supporting workplace safety initiatives.
Support all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, new hire orientation, employee engagement, performance management, and offboarding.
Coach and support employees and managers to foster professional growth and alignment with company culture.
Assist in the development and facilitation of HR trainings and programs.
Maintain HR documentation and SOPs, and support ongoing system and process improvements.
Perform other duties as assigned.