HR Generalist

Position Title

HR Generalist

Human Resource Analyst 2 – SR26

$5,505 - $8,097

01/12/2026

01/26/2026

Oregon Department of Education

Employee

Position Title: HR Generalist

Classification: Human Resource Analyst 2 – SR26

Salary: $5,505-$8,097

* Note:

Effective Feb. 1, 2026, the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COL

A) of 2.5%. The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA.

The Oregon Department of Education’s mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world‑class, well‑rounded, and equitable education system.

Our Human Resources Unit is committed to supporting and promoting the agency’s core values of integrity, accountability, excellence, and equity. We are committed to diversity, which reinforces respectful treatment of others in the workplace; contributes to a positive and productive work environment; establishes and maintains professional and collaborative working relationships; and promotes working effectively and appropriately with individuals or groups with diverse cultural beliefs, values, and behaviors.

The primary purpose of this position is to support several key program areas within the Human Resources team, including the day‑to‑day management of federal and state leave programs, agency classification and position management, training and development, and employee relations. The position provides consultation and technical assistance to agency managers, supervisors, and bargaining unit employees on matters related to classification, compensation, and protected leave, while also monitoring and evaluating HR data to support operational strategies.

Typical duties include reviewing and administering employee leave requests, supporting ADA accommodations and return‑to‑work efforts, conducting position and classification reviews, assisting with employee relations matters, supporting agency training initiatives, and contributing to wellness and compliance programs. This role also provides technical expertise in the Workday HR system and plays a key role in supporting an inclusive, compliant, and effective workplace while advancing the agency’s mission and values.

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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.

• Demonstrated experience applying HR policies, employment laws, and leave programs to make accurate eligibility determinations and provide guidance to managers and employees.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and professionally with diverse partners by delivering…