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Job Descriptions:

Northwest Senior and Disability Services (NWSDS) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Human Resources Specialist - Recruitment to become a valued member of our HR Team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to use your creativity and strategic skills to attract exceptional talent and enhance the visibility of our employment opportunities.

We're looking for someone who excels in managing recruitment processes with precision, timeliness, and meticulous attention to detail. Your ability to effectively communicate with applicants, hiring managers, department representatives, and agency colleagues will be essential to your success.

If you're passionate about recruiting and thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today and help us make a difference!

Recruitment #: 344-07-25

Closes: July 29, 2025

Salary Range: Starting at $5,081 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.

Employee paid: Deferred Compensation, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Colonial Life Supplemental Plans.

Other: Employment qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list of duties is a representative sample of work appropriate to this class and does not include all the duties that may be assigned to a particular position.)

+ Lead the full-cycle recruitment process including requisition approval, job advertising, candidate sourcing, application review, candidate screening, interview strategy, and offer process.

+ Create, edit, and post job advertisements on job boards, websites, and community locations.

+ Advise hiring managers on interviewing qualified candidates following HR guidelines.

+ Assist with pre-screening and conducting phone, video, or in-person interviews.

+ Participate in job fairs, career events, and outreach efforts to promote NWSDS as an employer of choice

+ Facilitate pre-employment screenings such as background checks, driving records, and language tests.

+ Collect, review, and file recruitment documentation including applications, interview notes, scoring sheets, and testing documents.

+ Track recruitment metrics to evaluate effectiveness and report outcomes to management.

+ Conduct new employee onboarding, including I-9 verification and W-4 processing.

+ Provide backup support in Benefits, HR Processing, Classification and Compensation, Employee Relations, and other HR areas.

+ Compose correspondence and write procedures clearly.

+ Perform research, analyze data, and reach logical conclusions.

+ Travel to agency offices as needed to assist with HR processes.

CORE EXPECTATIONS:

+ Exceptional interpersonal skills, using judgement and diplomacy in interfacing with a wide variety of individuals.

+ Cultivate a positive and collaborative team environment with all team members.

+ Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly.

+ Maintain a current understanding of regulatory and legal compliance issues.

+ Ability to effectively elevate issues or seek assistance with complex or high-risk situations.

+ Ability to manage processes and project timelines according to established priorities.

+ Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

+ Ability to maintain accurate records through process design, workflows, and routine audits.

+ Work is performed within tight time constraints and may occasionally require unusual hours.

BEHAVIORAL:

+ Must maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information, materials, and conversations.

+ Thoughtful and well-developed decision making.

+ Excellent listener and respectful communicator.

+ Solution oriented.

Required Experience:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A qualified applicant will have a minimum of four (4) years of equivalent combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required. The following qualifications will be considered as meeting the minimum requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field of study.

+ At least two (2) years of experience in an HR role.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Candidate must pass a comprehensive background screening prior to employment.

+ Ability to secure and maintain a valid driver’s license in the state of Oregon, or an acceptable alternative means of transportation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

+ Be sure to check both your email for updates regarding this recruitment.

+ Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine minimum qualifications and salary based on a pay equity assessment.

+ Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 and/or Disability letter from the VA (if applicable).

NWSDS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities, or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify [email protected]

Keyword: Human Resources Specialist

From: NorthWest Senior & Disability Services