Title: Human Resources Operations Generalist
Location: River House - 211 SE Caruthers St., Portland, OR 97214
Schedule: This is an in-person position with hybrid flexibility after 6 months of employment. Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Wage Range: $37.50 – $39.90 hourly, non-exempt
If you are a motivated and dedicated Human Resources Generalist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!
At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.
The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
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.
The Human Resources Operations Generalist partners with the Human Resources Director to implement Human Resources initiatives, coordinate operational projects, improve department processes, support compensation and HR technology functions, develop reports and documentation, and ensure assigned projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. This position serves as a key operational resource by improving systems, enhancing workflows, and supporting the overall effectiveness of Human Resources operations.
Manage assigned Human Resources projects from planning through implementation, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and required follow-up are completed.
Coordinate multiple Human Resources projects simultaneously by managing timelines, milestones, deliverables, priorities, and project follow-up.
Develop, implement, and maintain Human Resources processes, workflows, forms, templates, standard operating procedures, and other operational documentation.
Evaluate Human Resources processes and implement operational improvements that increase efficiency, consistency, compliance, and service delivery.
Coordinate Human Resources technology initiatives by improving HRIS functionality, workflow automation, reporting, electronic forms, applicant tracking systems, and other Human Resources technology solutions.
Partner with Human Resources team members to develop and maintain the organization's job description library, position documentation, and associated approval and revision processes.
Partner with the Human Resources Director to support compensation administration through market research, compensation data analysis, years of experience reviews, internal equity analyses, and preparation of supporting documentation.
Support assigned Human Resources compliance projects by coordinating project timelines, collecting and analyzing information, preparing documentation, and tracking work through completion.
Develop and maintain Human Resources reports, dashboards, spreadsheets, and workforce data to support Human Resources operations and decision-making.
Develop, update, and maintain Human Resources policies, procedures, forms, templates, and standard operating procedures to support consistent and efficient Human Resources operations.
We would like to hear from people that have:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Public Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible Human Resources experience.
Five years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, including experience managing projects, improving processes, and implementing department or organization-wide initiatives.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects from planning through implementation and completion.
Strong knowledge of Human Resources operations, employment law, compensation practices, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.
Experience supporting compensation analysis, workforce planning, policy development, process improvement, or HR technology initiatives.
Experience using an HRIS system, preferably Paycom or a comparable Human Resources system.
Strong project management, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.
Ability to independently prioritize competing assignments, meet deadlines, and move projects forward with limited supervision.
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to research complex issues, analyze information, develop practical recommendations, and implement approved solutions.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
Must pass required criminal background and DMV checks.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional Human Resources certification, such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
Experience with Human Resources operational improvements or organization-wide projects.
Experience with compensation analysis, workforce planning, HR analytics, or HRIS implementation.
Experience developing policies, procedures, workflows, forms, and standard operating procedures.
Experience working in healthcare, behavioral health, nonprofit, or tribal organizations.
15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, December 25th and your birthday!
Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
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
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NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.
NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.
Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart
Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.
