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Payroll & HR Specialist

VanderHouwen
Troutdale, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 2/18/2026 CLOSED ON 3/17/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll & HR Specialist position at VanderHouwen?

Our client is seeking a Payroll & HR Specialist to join their collaborative and service-driven HR team at a pivotal moment of growth and process improvement. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of payroll operations while gaining hands-on experience in HR functions such as benefits, recruiting, and reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, approachable, eager to learn, and takes pride in supporting employees with accuracy and care.

This role is fully onsite in Troutdale, Oregon.

Due to the nature of this role and immediate business needs, we are only considering candidates currently residing in Troutdale, Oregon and surrounding area.

Payroll & HR Specialist Responsibilities

  • Process biweekly payroll for 100 employees using ADP.
  • Support HR operations including benefits administration, enrollments, and new hire onboarding.
  • Assist with recruiting tasks such as job postings, interviews, and offer letter preparation.
  • Maintain employee records, generate reports, and support audits or compliance reviews.
  • Reconcile payroll, 401(k), and related accounts; provide accurate reporting to accounting.

Payroll & HR Specialist Qualifications

  • 2 years of payroll processing experience using ADP or similar systems.
  • Experience with HR support functions such as benefits, recruiting, or onboarding.
  • Strong Excel and MS Office skills with comfort navigating multiple systems.
  • Solid understanding of Oregon wage and hour laws preferred.
  • Service-oriented communicator with strong attention to detail and a desire to learn and grow.

Compensation: $26-$30/hr. (DOE)Benefits

Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

Meet VanderHouwen

What kind of recruiter do you see yourself working with? One who prioritizes your best interest, no matter what? VanderHouwen does, and we're in it for the long game! Our recruiters focus on YOU, building meaningful, long-term relationships while developing a deep understanding of companies' staffing needs and workplace cultures. This approach helps us find an ideal job match that aligns with your unique career aspirations and goals.

VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career!

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws.

Salary : $26 - $30

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