HR Generalist/Manager

Job Description

Job Description

HR Generalist

Portland, OR (Onsite)

$65,000 - $85,000 annually

Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing Portland-area organization to identify an experienced HR Generalist. This is a highly visible, standalone HR position supporting approximately 45 employees across multiple business functions. The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who enjoys partnering directly with leadership, managing a broad range of HR responsibilities, and helping build a positive employee experience.

This role offers the opportunity to own the full employee lifecycle while making a meaningful impact on employees, managers, and company culture.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for a variety of professional positions
• Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
• Extend offers and support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process
• Partner with external recruiting vendors and staffing agencies

Employee Relations

• Serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and managers
• Address employee concerns and workplace issues
• Support performance management initiatives
• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders

HR Operations

• Lead onboarding and new hire orientation
• Administer employee benefits and annual open enrollment
• Maintain HRIS records and employee data
• Support compensation, promotions, and policy administration
• Identify and implement process improvements

Compliance & HR Programs

• Coordinate employee offboarding activities
• Support immigration and visa-related processes
• Assist with relocation and employee support initiatives
• Drive employee engagement programs and events
• Maintain HR documentation and compliance records

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of HR Generalist experience
• Employee relations experience
• Recruiting and talent acquisition experience
• Ability to work independently in a standalone HR role
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Self-starter who can manage multiple priorities
• Process improvement mindset

Preferred

• Experience supporting small or mid-sized organizations
• BambooHR or similar HRIS experience
• Immigration or visa administration experience
• Experience building or improving HR programs and processes
• Experience in creative, entrepreneurial, or rapidly growing environments

What We're Looking For

• Approachable and relationship-focused
• Solutions-oriented and adaptable
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy

Why Join?

• High-impact HR role with broad responsibility
• Direct partnership with senior leadership
• Opportunity to shape HR programs and processes
• Collaborative, people-focused culture
• Opportunity for long-term growth and conversion to permanent employment
• Make a visible impact on employees and the organization

Pay Details: $65,000 - $85,000 annually, depending on experience

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Work Location: Portland, OR (100% Onsite)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Kevin Bui

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to -privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.