Human Resources Assistant in Oregon City, Oregon - #72195 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 72195

Human Resources Assistant
Our non-profit client is seeking a highly organized and customer service-oriented Human Resources Assistant to support a large and diverse employee population. This individual brings strong emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and comfortable navigating complex systems and personalities with professionalism and ease.

This role is based in Oregon City, Oregon.

Human Resources Assistant Responsibilities

• Provide front-line HR support, serving as the first point of contact for employee inquiries, walk-ins, and HR service desk tickets.
• Coordinate and support collective bargaining activities, including scheduling, note-taking, and communication across stakeholders.
• Support end-to-end new hire onboarding processes, partnering closely with talent acquisition and ensuring compliance with required documentation and systems.
• Maintain and update HR systems, including HRIS, ATS, and ERP platforms, ensuring data accuracy and timely processing of employee information.
• Deliver administrative support to the HR team as needed, including calendaring, meeting coordination, documentation, and cross-functional project support.

Human Resources Assistant Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in human resources, administrative support, or a related field.
• Proven experience with onboarding processes, human resources, and administrative or executive support.
• Industry experience in education, non-profit, or governmental agencies is a +.
• Strong technical aptitude with experience in HRIS and ATS systems, as well as Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel and Teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support diverse personalities and explain processes clearly.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Compensation: $27-$29/hr. (DOE)

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As an eligible contract employee with VanderHouwen, you’ll have access to a full suite of benefits designed with your well-being in mind. Our comprehensive package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a matching 401(k) to help secure your future.

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