HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Church at the Park believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances our ability to fulfill our mission. We strive for equality and justice in the way people are treated and the opportunities they have to succeed by working to address racism, unequal treatment and other barriers to inclusion. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds (including communities of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities) to apply and join us in our work. We welcome your resumes even if there is not a position currently available that fits your interest and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications

• Human Resources certification (SHRM or HRCI).
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, leave administration, claims management, and employee compliance functions.
• Experience working in a mission-driven, nonprofit, social services, or human services environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, and relevant experience.
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience in a comparable role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency and/or ability to rapidly become proficient with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, ADP, Lever, Zoom, and other HR-related systems.

Supervision and Working Relationships

• This position operates under general supervision and receives regular direction, support, and performance feedback from leadership. The role requires sound judgment, initiative, reliability, and consistent communication with supervisors regarding work progress, challenges, and support needs.
• This position works closely with leadership, hiring managers, employees, and cross-functional departments, and may also have contact with volunteers, community partners, and individuals experiencing homelessness.

Essential Job Duties Included (But Not Limited To):

 

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Coordinate all aspects of the recruitment process, including:
• Administration of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Applicant screening
• Interview scheduling and coordination
• Support for hiring managers throughout the hiring process
• Preparation and delivery of offer letters
• Coordinate and oversee pre-employment processes, including:
• Background checks
• DMV record checks
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Completion of new hire paperwork
• First-day onboarding support

 

Employee Compliance and HR Programs

• Track and maintain required employee trainings, including but not limited to:
• Sexual harassment prevention
• Mandatory abuse reporting
• Heat illness prevention
• Food handler certification
• Ensure labor law postings and employee compliance records remain current.
• Assist with implementation of compensation, performance management, and other employee-focused initiatives.
• Support staff communications related to HR policies, compliance requirements, and organizational updates.

 

Leave Administration, Claims, and Employee Relations

• Manage and track unemployment claims and workers’ compensation claims in applicable systems.
• Assist with administration and tracking of employee leave programs, including OFLA, FMLA, Paid Leave Oregon, and related leave types.
• Coordinate correspondence, documentation, and communication related to:
  • Unemployment claims
  • Workers’ compensation claims
  • Leave requests and claims
• Support HR contractor with employee relations matters, including grievances, concerns, and harassment complaints, in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

 

HR Operations and Administrative Support

• Support employee separations, including:
  • Documentation
  • Final paycheck coordination
  • Exit interviews
  • Off-boarding processes
• Coordinate HR-related IT needs, including onboarding and off-boarding logistics.
• Maintain employee files, tracking spreadsheets, presentations, and HR documentation.
• Oversee driver compliance processes.
• Oversee random drug screening processes.
• Contribute to a workplace culture grounded in communication, service, support, and Church at the Park values.
• Provide additional HR support and administrative assistance as needed.

Wage: $28.77/hr + DOE + DOQ

Mission Statement:  Creating a table of love and acceptance for those who need it most. Empowering people to change their lives and exit poverty by providing vital services and community leadership.

No job offer is final until a drug screen and criminal history check are complete.

We reserve the right to employ at will. This means that employment can be terminated, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of the company or at the option of the employee.