Human Resources Generalist - AD295
NARA Northwest
- Pay
- $29 to $39
- an hour
- Location
- Portland, OR
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 15
- 2 days ago
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About the company
NARA Northwest
Hospital & health care · 201 to 500 employees
At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.
What you'll do
- Employee Relations Serve as a resource for employees and managers on workplace concerns, performance issues, policy questions, and appropriate next steps.
- Manage assigned employee relations matters from intake through resolution, including assessment, interviews, evidence review, clear case notes, written summaries, follow-up, and secure recordkeeping.
- Conduct fair, objective workplace investigations involving alleged misconduct, policy violations, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other employee concerns; escalate complex or high-risk matters to HR leadership and appropriate partners.
- Coach supervisors on employee communication, performance expectations, documentation, corrective action, performance improvement plans, and consistent treatment of employees.
- Support conflict resolution, employee meetings, and personnel actions, including disciplinary and separation processes, in consultation with HR leadership.
- Identify recurring employee relations concerns and recommend practical improvements to management practices, training, and HR processes.
- General HR Support ·Provide general guidance across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee development, performance management, compensation, benefits, leave and accommodation processes, and offboarding.
- Understand key HR compliance requirements and recognize when an issue requires referral to the HR team member responsible for leave, benefits, payroll, recruitment, or another specialty.
- Help implement and communicate HR policies and procedures; maintain accurate, timely, and confidential employee records and case documentation in approved systems.
- Partner with HR colleagues and department leaders on employee training, HR initiatives, process improvements, and timely resolution of HR questions.
- Review employee relations trends and relevant HR information to help identify risks, improve consistency, and support a respectful workplace.
What you need
- At least five (5) years of professional human resources experience, including meaningful, direct responsibility for employee relations matters.
- Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations, interviewing involved parties, assessing information objectively, and preparing clear, accurate documentation and findings.
- Broad working knowledge of core HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation, benefits, leave and accommodations, HR systems, and employee separations.
- Working knowledge of applicable federal and Oregon employment laws, including anti-discrimination and retaliation protections, wage and hour requirements, FMLA, OFLA, Paid Leave Oregon, and ADA obligations.
- Strong judgment, written and verbal communication, conflict-resolution skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage sensitive issues with confidentiality and impartiality.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize a varied caseload, follow through on commitments, and collaborate with managers and HR colleagues.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using an HR information system (HRIS).
- Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
- Must pass criminal background and DMV check
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
- Experience in a healthcare, nonprofit, or Native American/Alaska Native-serving organization.
- Experience using culturally responsive and trauma-informed communication in sensitive workplace situations.
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
- 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
- 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
- 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
- $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Spending Account
- 401(k) with 4% Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC
- To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
- Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
- Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.
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