HR Generalist (Human Resource Analyst 2/Job Rotation or Limited Duration)

Initial Posting Date:

09/18/2026

Application Deadline:

09/28/2026

Agency:

Oregon Business Development Department

Salary Range:

$5,643 - $8,299

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

HR Generalist (Human Resource Analyst 2/Job Rotation or Limited Duration)

Job Description:

The Oregon Business Development Department (dba Business Oregon) is excited to announce an opening for an HR Generalist (Human Resource Analyst 2) within our Human Resources Team. This position is offered as a job rotation or limited duration appointment, ending June 30, 2027, with possible extension based on funding and workload.

In this role, you will have a chance to learn and grow in a wide variety of HR functions, including recruitment, classification, equal pay, and more. If you enjoy variety in your day, take pride in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, and are passionate about supporting employees while solving HR-related challenges, this HR generalist role may be an excellent fit for you!

Note: This position is eligible to work remotely approximately four days a week. The in-person work location will be in Salem. To apply for a job rotation, you must be a current State of Oregon employee in a permanent or limited duration position. Supervisor approval is required and should be attached to the application.

What you will do!

• Recruitment : independently lead full‑cycle recruitments, including developing job announcements, posting advertisements, reviewing applications, and participating on interview panels while delivering excellent customer service to candidates.

• Outreach and Networking: champion the agency at career fairs and networking events to boost employer presence and attract top candidates. Engage with community partners and professional networks to identify new recruitment opportunities, promote agency values, and broaden talent sourcing channels.

• Classification: conduct position classification analyses by reviewing position duties, responsibilities, and distinguishing features to conduct accurate classification analyses and ensure proper allocation.

• Equal Pay Analysis: perform equal pay analyses to evaluate position compensation, identify potential disparities, and ensure compliance with equal pay requirements.

• Coaching:  provide your guidance and expertise to employees, managers, and other HR analysts on topics including FMLA/OFLA, workers’ compensation, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), classification and compensation, recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and so much more!

• Customer Service & Workplace Culture: create a welcoming, approachable, and inclusive environment. Maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels.

What you need to qualify:

As a Human Resource Analyst 2
A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior or Development, Business or Public Administration, the Applied Behavioral Sciences, Industrial Relations, or a job-related course of study determined by the appointing authority and two years of Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position.

OR

Valid Certification as a Professional in Human Resource awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute, and three years Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position.

OR

Five years Human Resource experience related to the position. Three of the five years must have been at the professional level.

A master's degree in any of the above listed courses of study may substitute for one year of professional-level experience.

The State Certified Human Resources Professional (SCHRP) certification, awarded by the Oregon Chief Human Resources Office, substitutes for six months of human resource professional-level experience.

Valid certification as a SHRM Certified Professional awarded by a nationally recognized organization substitutes for one year of human resource professional-level experience.

Valid certification as a PSHRA-CP from the Public Sector HR Association substitutes for one year of professional human resources experience.

Requested Skills:

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of some or all the following skills. If you have these requested skills, let us know in your application materials! It's how we will choose who will move forward! You do not need to have all these skills to be eligible for this position.

• State of Oregon HR Experience. Preference will be given to candidates with State of Oregon experience in HR Generalist functions, including, but not limited to FMLA, ADA, recruitment, classification, equal pay, Workday etc.

• Recruitment: Demonstrated experience conducting full-cycle recruitments, including drafting job announcements, posting advertisements, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, preparing interview materials, interviewing candidates, and coaching hiring managers on hiring practices and policy requirements. 

• Outreach: Experience and excitement for representing the agency at career fairs, mock interviews, Say Hey events, and other outreach or community engagement activities.

• Classification & Compensation: Experienced in developing clear and accurate position descriptions, conducting thorough desk audits, and performing comprehensive classification reviews and analyses. Skilled in reviewing and processing equal pay analyses to ensure compliance and equity across the organization.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to maneuver difficult and sensitive conversations with individuals and groups.

• Initiative: Takes responsibility for deciding where the work need is and coordinate their daily schedule accordingly. The ideal candidate looks for opportunities to streamline current work processes and develop new procedures for efficient workflow. Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.

• Teamwork. Ability to be part of a cross-functional team, be supportive to colleagues, and to build trust and rapport with people from all backgrounds and experience levels.

• Confidentiality. Exceptional ability and experience maintaining confidentiality to the highest degree.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our requested skills listed

Please note: if you are interested in applying for this position, you must attach your current resume to your application. Failure to submit the required resume will remove your application from consideration.

What Business Oregon does:

Business Oregon is the economic development agency for the state of Oregon. We have about 200 people on our team, and we work with communities and businesses. We use our programs and expertise to help businesses grow, so they can in turn add jobs, diversify the economy, and increase Oregon prosperity. We work with communities to enhance and expand infrastructure and community safety with projects such as water/wastewater systems, seismic rehabilitation for schools, or rural broadband development. This also sets the stage for future business development. Our mission is to invest in Oregon’s businesses, communities, and people to promote a globally competitive, diverse, and inclusive economy, all carried out with an agency strategic plan.

Through a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility we can advance towards our vision of prosperity for all. As the state of Oregon’s economic development agency, Business Oregon advances socio-economic justice by applying an equity lens to our programs, partnerships, and investments, ensuring that our decision-making and resource allocation reflect the needs of all Oregonians. By embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility into our agency’s culture and practices, we work to expand access, dismantle barriers, and promote equitable economic opportunities across the state.

At Business Oregon, our team fosters a culture of care, innovation, and collaboration to drive inclusive economic prosperity for all Oregonians.

Our culture is grounded in values that guide how we serve communities and businesses across the state. We work collaboratively, adapt quickly, and lead with respect, always striving to be dependable experts and creative problem-solvers. Through strong partnerships and a shared sense of purpose, we drive meaningful change and opportunity for Oregon.

The Employee Services Section (ESS) and Human Resources (HR) team provide essential support to agency staff through a wide range of services. ESS manages safety, training, payroll, facilities, supplies, and more, while fostering agility, accountability, collaboration, respect, innovation, and diversity in the workplace. The HR team ensures compliance with labor laws, oversees recruitment, employee relations, grievance resolution, and return-to-work programs, and implements performance management, training, and affirmative action initiatives. Together, these teams promote a positive and productive work environment by supporting employee well-being, professional growth, and ethical practices that enhance motivation, commitment, and organizational success.

How to Apply Please Note: Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on Monday September 28, 2026.

Job Rotation and Limited Duration Information

This position may be filled as either a job rotation or a limited duration (LD) appointment, ending June 30, 2027 with the possibility of extension based on funding and workload.

Job Rotation: A job rotation is a temporary assignment that allows you to try something new, develop skills, and broaden your experience while keeping the security of your current position.

• You keep your base job and return to it at the end of the rotation.

• If either you or the manager decides the rotation isn’t the right fit, it can end early.

• Your pay will not decrease; if your current salary is higher than the rotation range, it stays the same.

• You may receive additional pay if the rotation is at a higher salary range and you meet the minimum qualifications for the higher-level position.

• Experience gained can strengthen your résumé and competitiveness for future opportunities.

To apply as a job rotation, you must be a current State of Oregon employee in a permanent or limited duration (expected to last until June 30, 2027) position. Supervisor approval is required and should be attached to the application.

Limited Duration Appointment: A limited duration appointment is a non-permanent position tied to specific project or funding timelines. Limited Duration employees receive full benefits and remain eligible to apply for internal recruitment during the appointment.

Complete the following required steps:

• Fill out the application. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday account through the Jobs Hub.

• Attach your current resume. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and training relates to the qualities that are listed under the “requested skills” section above.

  • Failure to submit the required resume and cover letter may remove your application from consideration.

• Complete the questionnaire. After you submit your application, please go to your Workday inbox and respond to the public records request authorization, and gender identity questionnaire.

  • Answer the checkbox-style questions in the questionnaire. This screen will come after you submit your application, which completes the process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.

• Warning – Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity and will not save your application progress unless you use the “save for later” function. If you need to take a break, please be sure to click the save for later button to save your progress. You will find your unfinished application in your Workday inbox.

Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.  Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting to have the preference considered. Click on the Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers link for additional information. The task to upload your documents will be available after you submit your application. For privacy reasons, please do not attach your military service document(s) to your application or combine it with any other required document attachments.

What’s in it for you:

• Work/life balance, generous benefit package, 11 paid holidays a year, 3 paid personal days, flexible work schedules, paid leave, employer contribution retirement plan (PERS), and so much more. Learn more about working at Business Oregon and the benefits we offer.

• Planning for your future. Pension plan, and deferred compensation packages.

• Deepening employee engagement by connecting and building strong teams, using enhanced communications, transparency, mentoring, and coaching.

• Care for our people and culture. At Business Oregon, we value community and foster a sense of belonging for our employees. We invest in our employees’ well-being including training and professional development, addressing burnout and other efforts that contribute to healthy, whole employees.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness. If you’re employed by a government agency, you may be eligible. Learn more.

Additional Information:

• Business Oregon does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Learn more.

• Hiring a successful candidate will be contingent upon the results of a criminal background check. Adverse background data may result in immediate disqualification.

• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current position and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.

• This position is a management service non-supervisory, full-time position, exempt and is not represented by a union.

• This is a PERS qualifying position. Employees new to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) will get a 6.95% base salary increase and will pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS, after an initial six-month waiting period.

• Are you looking to live in and experience Oregon? Learn more about life in Pendleton, Salem, and Portland.

Need help?

We invite you to contact the recruiter for application questions or job-specific questions.

• The recruiter for this position is Janeen Hilbrink, Human Resource Analyst.  If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition (REQ) number at the top of this job post.

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone (call or text): 971-707-0252

It is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation for all applicants who may need it. Should you need assistance or accommodation, please contact the recruiter to discuss how we can best meet your needs.
 

Business Oregon is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

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