$69.7k - $94.3k
Compliance Analyst I, II or IIIHybrid role (3 days/week in office) at our Portland, Medford, Fargo, Burlington, Vancouver, Renton, Boise, Lewiston or Salt Lake City offices. Candidates must reside within commutable dista…
Human Resources · Portland, OR
HR Generalist jobs in Portland, OR
HR generalists handle a bit of everything in human resources: onboarding, benefits questions, records, policy, and employee support. They are often the first stop for people questions at smaller companies.
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$26–$56/hr
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Position Summary Our Deloitte Strategy & Transactions team helps guide clients through their most critical moments and transformational initiatives. We offer comprehensive end-to-end support and advisory services, coveri…
$117k - $175.4k
changing business needs within Workday.At Workday, we help the world’s largest organizations adapt to what’s next by bringing finance, HR, and planning into a single enterprise cloud. We work hard, and we’re serious abou…
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The application window is expected to close on: 10/15/2026This position will require up to 25% travel.Posted salary range is for the San Jose, CA area - other markets will have a different range. Meet the Team At Cisco,…
growth are central to our success. The Role As we continue to build and scale our U.S. organization, we are looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to establish and strengthen our local HR capability. This is a senior,…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
Job-ID29052240Reference26-22555We are seeking a Field Resource Specialist to support electrical compliance and supervision in Washington State. This role is ideal for a certified electrical professional who is passionate…
to build and scale our U.S. organization, we are looking for an HR Business Partner to support and strengthen our local operations.... ...Administration, or related field ~4–6 years of experience in an HR generalist or H…
Recruitment and Outreach Manager Empower the Next Generation to End Factory Farming What would it mean to dedicate your time, talent, and energy to creating a more just and sustainable food system? New Roots Institute is…
people, performance, or workplace matters with sound judgment, discretion, and appropriate escalation ~ Direct experience serving as an HR or people advisor for a corporate function, business portfolio, or local site ~ E…
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Let’s do great things, together! About Moda Founded in Oregon in 1955, Moda is proud to be a company of real people committed to quality. Today, like then, we’re focused on building a better future for healthcare. That s…
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What hr generalists earn in Portland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $26–$35 | $55k–$72k |
| Mid level | $35–$45 | $72k–$94k |
| Senior | $42–$56 | $88k–$116k |
Adjusted for the Portland market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Onboarding and offboardingBenefits administrationHRIS data managementEmployment law basicsEmployee relations supportRecruiting coordinationPolicy and handbook upkeepPayroll coordinationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What parts of HR have you owned versus supported?
Be precise: owned onboarding and benefits enrollment, supported investigations and reviews, for example. Honest scoping builds trust and sets you up to grow.
How do you handle an employee who comes to you with a sensitive complaint?
Show that you listen without promising outcomes, explain the process, document carefully, and escalate appropriately while limiting who knows.
Walk me through how you run onboarding for a new hire.
Cover the full arc from offer acceptance to day thirty: paperwork and systems, first-day experience, and check-ins. Mention anything you improved.
How do you keep employee records accurate and compliant?
Mention HRIS hygiene habits, retention rules, separating medical files, and periodic audits of I-9s and required documentation.
Tell me about a time you had to interpret a policy for a gray-area situation.
Show judgment: you read the policy's intent, checked precedent for consistency, consulted your manager or counsel when needed, and documented the decision.
How do you handle open enrollment season?
Describe planning backward from deadlines, clear employee communication, coordinating with brokers, and cleaning up data so payroll deductions land correctly.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For hr generalists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the employee population you supported and whether you were the sole HR presence or part of a team.
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List the full spread of functions you touched, then flag the two or three you owned outright.
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Name your HRIS and payroll systems specifically, since generalist roles lean heavily on systems work.
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Quantify administrative outcomes, like onboarding cycles run, open enrollments completed, or audit findings closed.
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Include compliance specifics you have handled, such as I-9 audits, FMLA tracking, or handbook rewrites.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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HR Coordinator
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HR Generalist
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Senior HR Generalist
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HR Manager
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