Top 51 Benefit specialist Jobs in Portland Or

Public Benefits Specialist Entry, (Public Benefits Specialist Entry)
Department of Human Services —Milwaukie, OR
- $3,798 - $4,954 a month
- Overtime
- Background check
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Loan forgiveness
8d
Press Brake Operator – $28+/hr DOE | Full Benefits Paid | Multiple Shifts Available
Cody Staffing —Portland, OR
- $28 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- 6 years
- In-person
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
4d
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Ledgent Finance & Accounting —Portland, OR
- $35 - $39 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Microsoft Office
Quick Apply
8d
Benefits Specialist
Hoffman Construction Company —Lake Oswego, OR
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- 3 years
- Dental insurance
Manager Disability Benefits
The Standard —Portland, OR
- $97,750 - $156,250 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Presentation skills
- Fair chance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
8d
Sr. Leave & Benefit Specialist
Columbia Sportswear Company —Portland, OR
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Office
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
3d
Benefit Contrct Anlyst
Cambia Health Solutions —Portland, OR
- $59,000 - $97,000 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Writing skills
- HIPAA
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
10d
Benefits Analyst (Hybrid)
Northwest Permanente —Portland, OR
- Part-time
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Provider Compensation Consultant - Remote
Providence —Vancouver, WA
- $30.59 - $64.91 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Workers’ Compensation Specialist
TransPak, Inc. —Tualatin, OR
- $40,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Compensation Systems Analyst
Legacy Health —Portland, OR
- $43.11 - $64.22 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Public Benefits Specialist Entry (Public Benefits Specialist, Entry) Bilingual Required (English/Spanish)
Department of Human Services —Clackamas, OR
- $3,798 - $4,954 a month
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Spanish
- Loan forgiveness
5d
Head of Benefits
Providence —Portland, OR
- $300,000 - $360,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
5d
Compensation Analyst
Metasis Information Systems —Portland, OR
- $45 - $48 an hour
- Contract
- Oracle
- Research
- Mid-level
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11d
Leave of Absence Coordinator
Hoffman Construction Company —Lake Oswego, OR
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Disability insurance
- Military leave
5d
Stock Plan Administrator
Autodesk —Portland, OR
- $85,000 - $105,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
Patient Benefits Coordinator
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic —Portland, OR
- $21.24 - $26.02 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Management
- Word processing
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Senior International Benefits Consultant
Mercer —Portland, OR
- $103,700 - $207,400 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Client Associate-1 - Employee Benefits
IMA Financial Group —Portland, OR
- $53,000 - $56,000 a year
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
Financial Consultant - Employee Benefits
IMA Financial Group —Portland, OR
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply

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Public Benefits Specialist Entry, (Public Benefits Specialist Entry)

Department of Human Services -
Milwaukie, OR

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Job Details

Full-time
$3,798 - $4,954 a month
8 days ago

Benefits

Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

Trauma-sensitive practices
Phone communication
Cultural competency
Quality data entry
Customer data entry

Full Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

07/24/2026

Application Deadline:

08/02/2026

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$3,798 - $4,954

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Public Benefits Specialist Entry, (Public Benefits Specialist Entry)

Job Description:

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.

What we do

Our vision is that Oregon’s older adults, people with disabilities and their families experience person-centered services, supports and early interventions that are innovative and help maintain independence, promote safety and well-being, honor choice, respect cultural preferences and uphold dignity. The services provided help people access the supports they need to live their best lives — in the communities they choose and at every stage of life.

Learn more about our programs, as your work providing services will be through the Aging & People with Disabilities Programs (APD).

We are currently seeking a Public Benefits Specialist Entry; you will join our Aging & People with Disabilities (APD) team in our office in Milwaukie, Oregon.

Opportunity awaits! Are you looking to make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to learn and grow professionally while experiencing meaningful work? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Summary of Duties

As a Public Benefits Specialist Entry, you will:

Be this first face of contact in the office by delivering professional, respectful, and culturally responsive customer service while fostering an inclusive, equitable, and discrimination-free environment for clients, coworkers, and community partners.
Manage administrative operations including but not limited to phone and email communications, mail processing, electronic records management, task tracking, meeting coordination, and data entry in agency systems.
Provide eligibility support by explaining benefits, notices, program requirements, application procedures, and available community resources, while maintaining accurate case documentation.
Apply agency policies, procedures, and regulations to make informed decisions, maintain case records, and ensure accurate and timely processing of client services.
Providing a safety net, family stability, and a connection to careers that guide Oregonians out of poverty.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience working in a reception area or call center either interviewing to obtain information or providing customer service. This experience must have involved a high volume of work (e.g., data entry, assuring information on applications is complete and accurate, completing necessary documents, etc.); OR

An associate degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field AND six months of experience working in a busy reception area or call center either interviewing to obtain information or providing customer service; OR

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience relative to the class concept.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

Experience providing customer service to vulnerable communities that are person centered and trauma informed.
Demonstrates curiosity, humility, and willingness to learn from people with diverse identities, cultural histories, lived experiences, and worldviews.
Demonstrates respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions, regardless of differences, stress, or conflict.
Consistently answers calls immediately, triages needs efficiently, and seamlessly manages multiple tasks without loss of accuracy or service quality.
Experience conducting work that requires attention to detail, particularly with data entry and reviewing documents.

Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required. Clearly describe 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 upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
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.

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

You will work in a fast paced high-volume office environment.
Our office is constructed of cubicles, so work is often interrupted, and noise level is sometimes high.
Your work schedule will be Monday - Friday from 8 am - 5 pm in our Milwaukie OR office.
Occasionally, compensated overtime may be required or voluntary, including evening and weekend work.
You will communicate with Oregon residents frequently over the phone and in-person.
May require sitting at a terminal or telephone for prolonged periods of the workday.
You will interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma and may be experiencing emotional and/or financial distress.
Consistent attendance is essential.
Flexibility/adaptability is essential due to a changing environment with regular policy, program, and technical adjustments

Background Checks and Requirements

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.
Driver Record Screening: As part of the pre-employment background check, applicants may be asked to complete a driving record review. A driving record that does not meet agency standards will not, by itself, disqualify an applicant from employment when driving is not an essential function of the position

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, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
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 Tammie Moore. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number: REQ-204122.
Email: [email protected]
Phone (call or text): 971-201-0580

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benefit specialist jobs in portland or

Public Benefits Specialist Entry, (Public Benefits Specialist Entry)

Press Brake Operator – $28+/hr DOE | Full Benefits Paid | Multiple Shifts Available

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Benefits Specialist

Manager Disability Benefits

Sr. Leave & Benefit Specialist

Benefit Contrct Anlyst

Benefits Analyst (Hybrid)

Provider Compensation Consultant - Remote

Workers’ Compensation Specialist

Compensation Systems Analyst

Public Benefits Specialist Entry (Public Benefits Specialist, Entry) Bilingual Required (English/Spanish)

Head of Benefits

Compensation Analyst

Leave of Absence Coordinator

Stock Plan Administrator

Patient Benefits Coordinator

Senior International Benefits Consultant

Client Associate-1 - Employee Benefits

Financial Consultant - Employee Benefits

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