Human Resources Coordinator

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

About the role

This position often serves as the initial point of contact for employees across campus. The HR Coordinator assists all new employees with completing onboarding paperwork, signing up for new employee orientation, and answering basic benefits and payroll questions. This position also responds to internal and external HR requests and directs calls and emails to the appropriate HR team. This position is full-time on-site, with no remote options. This is a classified, overtime-subject position and includes full participation in our employee benefits, tuition, and leave accrual programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the initial point of contact for employees across campus
• Assist new employees with onboarding paperwork and new employee orientation sign-up
• Answer basic benefits and payroll questions
• Respond to internal and external HR requests
• Direct calls and emails to the appropriate HR team

Requirements

• Two years of general clerical experience, one year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR
• An Associate’s degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology; OR
• Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology AND one year of general clerical experience
• College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Understanding of and commitment to excellent customer service
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Strong computer and alpha/numeric data entry skills, including the proven ability to process detailed data quickly with a high level of accuracy
• Highly organized and efficient worker; skilled at multi-tasking and an eye for process improvement
• Basic HR knowledge
• Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and different communications styles
• Experience providing excellent customer service
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a large, complex organization
• Experience using an HRIS system

Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, fully onsite

Pay

Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. The starting hourly rate for this position will be $19.36 – $21.91 an hour but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon experience, skills, knowledge, market parity, internal equity, and budget.

Benefits

• 95% premium paid healthcare
• Generous retirement and vacation package
• Reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools

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