Senior Human Resource Business Partner (Human Resource Analyst 3) Job Share

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The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

This position is a full time, permanent job share and will work 20 hours per week.

Opportunity awaits! We are seeking a self-starter, critical thinker and collaborative teammate! We are hiring a Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Human Resource Analyst 3) to join our Employee and Labor Relations team.

In this position, you will provide outstanding customer service in a variety of human resource services to diverse groups with a focus on labor and employment matters, coaching and consultation, performance management, investigations, and complaint resolution. You will perform professional level technical, and analytical work in support of the State of Oregon Human Resources management. If you are innovative, strategic and a great problem solver, this position is for you. Apply today!

Summary of Duties

 As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, you will:

• Collaborate with union representatives, managers and employees to explore issues and common interests to problem solve and negotiate resolution.

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to management in interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements and other policies and procedures.

• Consult on organizational and people issues, leadership effectiveness, performance feedback, professional development, talent management, team dynamics, culture and change management.

• Investigate charges or policy or program violations by employees and management.

• Gather documentary evidence, interviewing witnesses, staffing with peers and Senior HR leadership for input, recommending levels of discipline, if any, writing comprehensive reports, writing clear and concise disciplinary documents.

• Analyze management and compensation concepts for possible inclusion in the state’s management proposals to bargaining units.

• Collaborate with the Oregon Department of Risk Management Division or the Department of Justice, for coordinate of records requests and/or to testify at arbitration, Employee Relations Board (ERB) hearings or, in court.

Minimum Qualifications

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 three years of Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR

Valid certification as a Professional in Human Resource awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute and four years Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR

Six years Human Resource experience related to the position. Four of the six 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-level human resources experience.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Experience providing HR consultation and technical assistance including interpreting collective bargaining agreements, policies, and procedures.

• Experience conducting workplace investigations regarding employment matters, discrimination and harassment complaints.

• Experience gathering information and analyzing facts, developing solutions to workforce issues, and communicating complex concepts using professional verbal and technical writing skills.

• Experience coaching and consulting involving human resource topics such as discipline, employee development, and resolving conflicts.

• Experience and commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and to participate in professional and personal development opportunities to engage in on going education of cultural awareness.

Attention all candidates! A COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED.  You must attach the cover letter and address how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

• Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process. If applicable, please clearly indicate if a degree has been completed when providing education history.  Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.

• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Working Conditions

• This job-share position requires the incumbent to work a professional 20 hour work week where the hours of work fluctuate on a daily and weekly basis.

• Subject to fluctuating workloads and priorities in dealing with highly complex, sensitive and/or political issues.

• Contact with employees, clients, other agency representatives and members of the public in potentially elevated or heightened conversations. Occasional overnight travel may be required.

• Occasional travel requires that the incumbent have a valid driver’s license or an alternative form of transportation.

• Hybrid work

Background Checks and Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.

• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.

• Cost of Living Adjustments.

• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).

• Amazing benefits package.

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Employment Preference

Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference:

• Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

General Information

• This is a permanent, part-time job share position and is a management-services position and not represented by a union.  

• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Contact Information

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

• The recruiter for this position is Amy Acree. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.

• Email: [email protected]