Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Human Resource Analyst 3) – multiple vacancies!

The Oregon Department of Human Services Office of Human Resources seeks a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to navigate labor and employment matters within a union-influenced environment. This role blends strategic guidance for managers with hands-on investigations, contract interpretation, and policy interpretation, all while supporting a collaborative HR community in a hybrid Salem-based setting.

Compensation and Location

• Location: Salem, Oregon, hybrid work arrangement
• Salary: USD 6,507 - 9,604 per month
• Employment type: Permanent, full-time; Management Service, Non-Supervisory; not represented by a union

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with union stewards, representatives, managers, and staff to address workplace issues, identify common interests, and broker solutions.
• Partner with labor and management to prevent or resolve disputes related to contract interpretation and other workplace concerns.
• Offer consultation and technical guidance to managers on interpreting and applying collective bargaining agreements, policies, and procedures.
• Work with the HR team to foster a healthy and effective HR community.
• Coach and advise managers to bolster leadership capabilities, tackle workforce challenges, and enhance team effectiveness.
• Consult with employees and managers on professional development, workplace concerns, and broader organizational and people-related issues.
• Conduct workplace investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, coordinate with HR leadership, recommend discipline when appropriate, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Educate and guide managers on performance management best practices.
• Analyze management and compensation concepts for potential inclusion in bargaining proposals.
• Research and analyze changes to laws, rules, policies, collective bargaining agreements, and past practices; update agency policies and inform management of revisions.
• Assist managers with reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA.
• Coordinate with the Department of Risk Management or the Department of Justice on records requests and participate in arbitration, ERB hearings, or court proceedings as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior or Development, Business or Public Administration, the Applied Behavioral Sciences, Industrial Relations, or a related field, plus three (3) years of professional-level HR experience related to the position.
• OR Valid Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification from the HR Certification Institute, and four (4) years HR professional-level experience.
• OR Six (6) years HR experience related to the position, with four (4) years at the professional level.
• A master's degree in one of the listed fields may substitute for one (1) year of professional-level experience.
• The State Certified Human Resources Professional (SCHRP) certification substitutes for six (6) months of HR professional-level experience.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification substitutes for one (1) year of HR experience.
• PSHRA-CP certification from the Public Sector HR Association substitutes for one (1) year of professional HR experience.

Essential Attributes

• Experience interpreting and applying collective bargaining agreements, policies, and procedures across diverse workplace scenarios.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations involving employment matters, including discrimination and harassment complaints.
• Experience gathering and analyzing information, developing solutions to workforce issues, and communicating complex concepts clearly in writing and speaking.
• Experience coaching and consulting on HR topics such as discipline, development, and conflict resolution.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and ongoing professional development to support cultural competency.
• Experience navigating ADA requirements and facilitating the interactive process.
• Experience developing and delivering training on a range of HR topics.

Attention all candidates

A cover letter is required. Your resume (optional) and cover letter (required) may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. Do not upload documents in the Education section. Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your materials. Include detailed work history with month/year for each role. If a degree is listed as a minimum qualification, be prepared to verify your education if invited to final stages. The State of Oregon does not request age or birth dates during the application process. AI usage during assessments is prohibited unless the agency states otherwise.

Working Conditions

• Remote or hybrid work eligibility, with case-by-case approval for out-of-state remote work; remote work outside the 50 United States or DC is prohibited.
• 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday Pacific Time during training and the trial service period; schedule negotiable based on business needs thereafter.
• Exempt from overtime; may require additional hours during peak periods.
• Occasional travel, including annual in-person meetings in Salem; some travel expenses may not be reimbursable for remote workers.
• Work involves handling multiple priorities and confidential information in a trauma-informed environment.

Background Checks and Requirements

• Finalists may undergo criminal history and background checks; adverse history may disqualify.
• The State does not offer visa sponsorship; new hires must complete I-9 and may be enrolled in E-Verify.
• A valid driver's license or reliable transportation is required for routine travel.

Employment Preference

• Veterans and Oregon National Guard preference will be applied to qualified applicants.

General Information

• This is a permanent, full-time Management Service, Non-Supervisory role and is not represented by a union.
• The recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Application and Recruitment Contacts

• Recruiter: Alissa Walker
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 503-519-1807 (call or text)

Initial Posting Date

07/20/2026

Application Deadline

07/27/2026