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Job Description:
Why Join NWSDS?
At NWSDS, you will:
- Be part of a mission-driven organization serving vulnerable populations
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment
- Have opportunities to contribute to meaningful organizational improvements
- Play a key role in shaping HR practices and supporting leadership
Recruitment #: 443-04-26
Closes: April 27, 2026
Location: Salem, OR
Salary: $6,346 - $9,002 per month with excellent benefits. (See below)
Agency Sponsored: Medical/Dental 100% paid for employee and 90-98% for dependents, generous Paid-time off, Public Employee Retirement (PERS), Employee Assistance Plan, Long Term Disability, great culture.
Employee paid: Deferred Compensation, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Colonial Life Supplemental Plans
Other: Employment qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
About the Position
NorthWest Senior & Disability Services (NWSDS) is seeking a Senior Human Resources Analyst to join our Human Resources team. This position provides advanced, professional-level HR services and serves as a key partner to management in supporting employee relations, labor relations, compliance, and organizational effectiveness.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting a workforce that serves seniors and individuals with disabilities.
This description is a general summary of the position and does not include all duties that may be assigned. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as necessary to meet the operational needs of the agency.
What You Will Do
In this role, you will:
- Provide expert guidance to managers and staff on employee relations, performance management, and workplace issues
- Conduct and support workplace investigations and recommend appropriate actions
- Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements, employment laws, and agency policies
- Participate in labor relations activities, including grievance resolution and collective bargaining
- Administer and support leave programs, ADA accommodations, and HR compliance functions
- Develop and deliver training on HR topics and workplace best practices
- Research, analyze, and recommend improvements to HR policies, procedures, and processes
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure compliance and effective service delivery
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Strong experience in employee relations and labor relations, preferably in a unionized environment
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
- Ability to interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements
- Experience conducting workplace investigations
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in complex situations
- Proficiency with HR systems and standard business software
Salary : $6,346 - $9,002