Sr. Human Resources Business Partner

Salary : $87,692.80 - $117,540.80 Annually
Location : Salem, OR
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: 059-2026-1
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 04/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 13


Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.


This recruitment will remain open until filled. If you have already applied for recruitment #059-2026-1, you do not need to reapply. New applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without further notice.

Marion County is recruiting for a Human Resources Business Partner Senior to join our team. This position will provide technical expertise regarding labor contracts, personnel rules, policies, and procedures to various county departments! If you enjoy employee and labor relations and want to work with a highly collaborative team of HR Professionals, this position is for you!

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Provide advanced consultation and technical services to county departments in the area of human resources (HR) regarding complex issues; provide technical expertise to department heads, managers, supervisors, employees and other agencies.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), who assigns work, reviews performance and measures results; expected to exercise a high level of independence combined with professional judgment related to established policy, procedures and guidelines.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this classification; however, may exercise lead direction over designated human resources functions or positions. May be assigned managerial responsibilities on a temporary basis.

Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following

• Participates as a lead business partner within the Human Resources Department. Is assigned at least one of the "big three" primary, largest and complex departments in the county.
• Provides employee relations consultation, guidance and support in following up on complex policy and contract interpretation questions, providing recommendations as needed and following up on HR process oversight questions/concerns (recruitments, HR processing, performance evaluations, ADA, protected leave, compensation and classifications, discipline, due process, grievances, etc.)
• Researches complex HR questions, participating in CORE team and other teams as needed.
• Researches and prepares analysis on legislation, regulations and law changes and impact on HR systems and practice.
• Provides assistance to departments with progressive discipline, due process and/or layoff procedures as assigned.
• Conducts investigations, inquiries, and assessments of employment related issues as needed.
• Analyzes data, prepares reports, presents information to groups.
• Prepares investigative reports; and makes effective recommendations for action.
• Participates in collective bargaining negotiations, grievances, arbitrations, as assigned as an HR advisor.
• Serves on task forces, committees, and interview panels as needed.
• Participates in and facilitates leadership and other trainings as assigned.
• Provides back up coverage to other business partners in their absence.
• Provides support to specialists as needed.
• Assists with special projects as needed.

Requirements for the Position

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. Bachelor's degree with major course work in human resources, business or public administration, organizational behavior or development or directly related field; AND
2. Four years of increasingly responsible, specialized, complex, human resources professional level experience related to the position; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

Preference Points will be awarded to candidates with the following:

• HRCI certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification through the Society for Human Resources Management
• Experience in a public sector environment

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at:
• Must pass a criminal history background investigation; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this classification.
• This is a salaried position, which is not eligible for overtime.
• This position is not represented by a union.
• Typical work week: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., varying hours in a workweek according to department and customer needs. Schedule flexibility depending upon the needs of the department, especially during contract negotiations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of human resources including recruitment, selection, classification, compensation; federal, state and local laws and ordinances including but not limited to Family Medical Leave Act, Equal Employment Law, ADA, and other employment law and guidelines; methods and techniques of statistical research and analysis; investigative and fact-finding practices; human resources information systems (HRIS); and principles and techniques of supervision.
Skills and abilities to collect, compile and analyze complex information; analyze and resolve problems; prepare clear and concise reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; use tact and good judgment; incorporate team participation in decision making; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with department heads, employees, job applicants, union officials and the general public; facilitate group process; provide consultation/advisement in resolving issues; and develop, interpret, implement personnel laws, policies and procedures as approved by the director.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County 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. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at


Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail if you wish to request an accommodation.
Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.


For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the benefits package for management and supervisory employees, , and select Unrepresented Benefits from the left menu or Unrepresented Employees from the page links.

Benefits are defined based on position and are approved by the Marion County Board of Commissioners.
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To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. Do you understand this statement?

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What is the highest level of education you have successfully completed?

• GED
• High school
• At least 1 year of college (31 semester or 45 quarter credits)
• Associate degree (62 semester or 90 quarter credits)
• At least 3 years of college (93 semester or 135 quarter credits)
• Bachelor's degree (124 semester or 180 quarter credits)
• Master's degree (155 semester or 225 quarter credits)
• Doctorate degree (186 semester or 270 quarter credits)
• None of the above

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Indicate area of study for college education.

• Human Resources
• Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Organizational Behavior or Development
• Business Management
• An area of study related to Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Behavior or Development, or Business Management (specify below)
• None of the above

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Please specify your area of study if not listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Education listed in this answer must be supported by the education section of your application. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer.
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Indicate how many years of full-time, specialized, complex, professional level work experience, in a human resources departmental function, you have that is related to this position. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
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• 10 years or more
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Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer.
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Indicate how many years of full-time employment related investigations and labor contract grievance work experience you have. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
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• 10 years or more
• None of the above

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Describe your experience performing employment related investigations and labor contract grievance work. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer.
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Describe your understanding of your role as an HR Business Partner within an organization.
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What key attributes do you feel are essential to possess as an HR Business Partner? Provide specific examples of how you demonstrate these attributes.
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List any human resources certification(s) you currently possess, and identify the associated provider or certifying organization. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you.
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