State of Oregon
* Direct and oversee day-to-day operations of HR, including employee and labor relations, recruitment, classification/compensation, safety and wellness, and extended leave programs.* Lead OYA’s labor relations program: negotiate collective bargaining agreements, administer contracts, resolve grievances, and partner with DOJ, DAS, and union representatives.* Provide consultative advice to OYA leadership on complex HR issues, including workforce investigations, litigation risk, and organizational strategy.* Supervise and mentor a team of Senior HR Analysts, recruiters, and specialists; build staff capacity through coaching, training, and professional development.* Evaluate HR programs and implement policies, goals, and performance measures aligned with OYA’s mission and strategic plan.* Oversee safety, workers’ compensation, FMLA/OFLA, and Paid Leave Oregon programs, ensuring compliance and compassionate support for staff.* Partner with managers across OYA to identify challenges, implement policy improvements, and design organizational structures that meet operational needs.* Champion equity and inclusion in all HR practices, using OYA’s Equity Lens to recruit, retain, and support a diverse workforce and to remove systemic barriers.* Represent OYA in hearings, arbitrations, and statewide HR initiatives, testifying as needed on workforce management issues.* Serve as backup to the HR Administrator and represent HR leadership in agency-wide committees, workgroups, and strategic initiatives.* Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; **OR*** three years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.**What We Are Looking For:**
Preference may be given to applicants that can demonstrate these skills:* **Labor Relations Expertise with DEI Lens** – Extensive experience with collective bargaining, grievance resolution, and union engagement, with a demonstrated ability to advance equity within labor relations.* **Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion** – Strong cultural competence, commitment to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce, and success fostering inclusive and equitable work environments.* **Emotional Intelligence & Communication** – Skilled at navigating sensitive and complex issues with diplomacy, strong written/verbal communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.* **Analytical & Strategic Problem-Solving** – Ability to use data analysis to inform HR strategy, anticipate risks, and implement innovative, forward-looking solutions.* **Workforce Well-Being Knowledge** – Knowledge of Safety/Workers’ Compensation, FMLA/OFLA, Paid Leave Oregon, and wellness programs; ability to maintain high levels of service during sensitive and emotional situations.* **Team & Talent Development** – Supports analysts in learning the business, builds leadership capacity, and demonstrates a growth mindset focused on empowering employees and strengthening organizational capacity.- **Proven Leadership at Senior HR Level** – Direct experience leading a state HR program, not a developmental role. Demonstrated knowledge of complex HR processes including recruitment, classification/compensation, labor relations, and policy.- ****COVER LETTER REQUIRED:****
In your cover letter, please describe your experiences, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes under the 'What We Are Looking For' section of the announcement and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Please ensure it is in **PDF** format for accessibility.- **After you submit your application please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire.** This step will come after you submit your application and will complete the process. **If you are an employee, the tasks can be found in your Workday inbox.*** **Hybrid Telework:** This position requires to be in-office 1-2 times a week. This schedule may fluctuate based on business needs.* This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies.* Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, .* The salary range listed is the non- 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
page for more details.* This position receives annual increases on the anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.* Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a **great work/life balance** with **flexible** work schedules on most positions and a **competitive** benefits package #J-18808-Ljbffr
Preference may be given to applicants that can demonstrate these skills:* **Labor Relations Expertise with DEI Lens** – Extensive experience with collective bargaining, grievance resolution, and union engagement, with a demonstrated ability to advance equity within labor relations.* **Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion** – Strong cultural competence, commitment to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce, and success fostering inclusive and equitable work environments.* **Emotional Intelligence & Communication** – Skilled at navigating sensitive and complex issues with diplomacy, strong written/verbal communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.* **Analytical & Strategic Problem-Solving** – Ability to use data analysis to inform HR strategy, anticipate risks, and implement innovative, forward-looking solutions.* **Workforce Well-Being Knowledge** – Knowledge of Safety/Workers’ Compensation, FMLA/OFLA, Paid Leave Oregon, and wellness programs; ability to maintain high levels of service during sensitive and emotional situations.* **Team & Talent Development** – Supports analysts in learning the business, builds leadership capacity, and demonstrates a growth mindset focused on empowering employees and strengthening organizational capacity.- **Proven Leadership at Senior HR Level** – Direct experience leading a state HR program, not a developmental role. Demonstrated knowledge of complex HR processes including recruitment, classification/compensation, labor relations, and policy.- ****COVER LETTER REQUIRED:****
In your cover letter, please describe your experiences, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes under the 'What We Are Looking For' section of the announcement and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Please ensure it is in **PDF** format for accessibility.- **After you submit your application please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire.** This step will come after you submit your application and will complete the process. **If you are an employee, the tasks can be found in your Workday inbox.*** **Hybrid Telework:** This position requires to be in-office 1-2 times a week. This schedule may fluctuate based on business needs.* This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies.* Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, .* The salary range listed is the non- 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
page for more details.* This position receives annual increases on the anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.* Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a **great work/life balance** with **flexible** work schedules on most positions and a **competitive** benefits package #J-18808-Ljbffr