Human Resource Administrator

Human Resource Administrator

Department of Veterans Affairs

Salem, Oregon

Application Deadline: 02/18/2025

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Human Resource Administrator

The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA) is proud to serve those who have served our nation. Guided by a mission to honor and support veterans, their dependents, and families, we provide leadership, advocacy, and resources to help them access earned benefits at the federal, state, and local levels.

At ODVA, diversity is our strength. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. As an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization, we enthusiastically welcome applications from historically underrepresented groups, including veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ community members. Your unique perspective matters to us, and together, we can build a culture of inclusion that reflects and serves Oregon’s vibrant communities.

As ODVA’s Human Resources Administrator, you will be a strategic partner and advocate for equity and inclusion. You’ll lead the development and implementation of forward-thinking HR policies and practices that support a diverse workforce and empower employees to thrive. You will be a part of the ODVA Executive Leadership Team. Your work will influence every level of the agency, creating pathways for collaboration, developing employees, organizational excellence, and DEIA.

What You’ll Do:

• Advocate for Inclusive Policies: Develop and implement HR strategies that embed diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) into ODVA’s culture and operational practices.

• Partner with Leadership: Advise senior leaders on workforce planning, policy development, culture change, and management practices that align with ODVA’s mission.

• Champion Employee Relations: Foster a positive, inclusive workplace by leading efforts in labor relations, performance management, and conflict resolution.

• Empower Teams: Lead and support a team of four HR professionals in delivering recruitment, classification, compensation, and employee training services.

• Engage and Educate: Promote DEIA initiatives through employee development programs, training, and continuous learning opportunities.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities for this position, please review the position description by clicking here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR

• Two years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes:

In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the requested skills below to determine whom to interview. 

• Commitment to DEIA: Proven ability to champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) through equitable HR practices and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

• HR Knowledge and Application: Deep understanding of public sector HR laws, regulations, and principles. Skilled in interpreting and applying laws, rules, policies, and procedures effectively.

• Collaborative Relationship Building: Skilled in cultivating positive relationships across diverse teams while addressing workplace dynamics with professionalism and cultural sensitivity.

• Labor Relations Expertise: Experience administering labor contracts and navigating unionized environments to ensure fairness, mutual respect, and compliance with negotiated agreements.

• Effective Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly explain policies and decisions, fostering transparency and trust.

• Innovative Leadership: Demonstrated success in crafting and implementing HR strategies that align with organizational goals and reflect a commitment to DEIA values.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

How to Apply

• To apply, click the "Apply" link above and submit your resume and cover letter. Ensure your materials clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, requested skills, and experience for this position.

• If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday account.

Tentative Interview Schedule

*These dates are approximate and are subject to change.*

Recruitment closes: February 18, 2025

1st Round Interviews (Virtual): February 26-27, 2025

2nd Round Interviews (in-person): March 5, 2025

3rd Round (meet Director): March 10, 2025

Benefits of Joining Our Team
At ODVA, you'll be part of a dedicated team united by a noble mission. Our employees are passionate, working every day to support veterans and their families. From our Statewide Veteran Services Division to the operational teams behind the scenes, we collaborate to fulfill a promise made over 70 years ago.

Our amazing benefits include: 

• Hybrid work - This position supports a hybrid work schedule. You can expect to work in the office 1-2 days per week, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met. Work arrangements can change at any time. Please visit the state’s Work Reimagined website for more information. 

• Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with low out-of-pocket cost 

• Paid days off – 

  • 11 paid holidays per year 

  • 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year 

  • 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month 

  • Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years 

• In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses. 

• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon. 

• Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner. 

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a state government employee, you may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This means you could have your federal student loans forgiven after making 120 qualifying payments, helping you achieve financial freedom while serving the public. 

Additional Details

• This announcement is for a permanent, full-time, management service, Human Resource Administrator (Human Resource Manager 1 classification) position.

• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Cassie Graham at: cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov  or 503-949-6169 (voice/text).   

• The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

• Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.

• This position requires successful completion of a fingerprint based criminal history background check through the Oregon (LEDS) and National (NCIC) law enforcement data systems.   

• ODVA does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

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Classification and Compensation

Pay Equity

The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer and is strongly committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce.  Assistance will be provided in the recruitment, application and selection process to applicants with disabilities who request such assistance.  Please call 503-949-6169 as early as possible regarding any assistance you may require.