Client Agency HR Manager (HR Consultant 1)

Oregon Department of Administrative Services; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 6,800 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Wellness resources

Career development

Commuting assistance

Student loan forgiveness

Hybrid work

Job summary

Oregon Department of Administrative Services in Salem is seeking a Client Agency HR Manager to serve as the HR partner for multiple agencies, boards, commissions, and DAS divisions. You’ll provide expert consultation on HR laws, rules, and policies—helping leaders navigate daily personnel matters and long‑term workforce strategy.

You will lead investigations involving misconduct and harassment, guide disciplinary processes, and help resolve complex employee relations issues, while collaborating

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level HR consultation on personnel rules, labor agreements, and employment law, partnering closely with managers to make well‑supported, consistent decisions.
• Lead and coordinate investigations involving misconduct, discrimination, and harassment, and other workforce issues. Represent the agency in BOLI/EEOC matters, grievances, and arbitration.
• Guide managers through disciplinary processes, prepare formal actions, and help resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Collaborate across agencies to develop HR systems, policies, procedures, and workforce strategies that improve operational consistency.
• Participate in statewide HR initiatives, policy reviews, and special projects, providing research, analysis, and recommendations on issues with broad impact.

Job description

Oregon Department of Administrative Services

Monthly Salary: $6,834 - $10,076 ($7,306-$10,775 PERS)

Application Deadline: October 11, 2026

Take the next step in your HR career!

Do you thrive on navigating HR challenges and helping leaders build engaged, equitable workplaces? If you're looking for a role that expands your scope and strengthens your expertise—this opportunity is for you.

As a Client Agency HR Manager, you’ll serve as the HR partner for multiple agencies, boards, commissions, and DAS divisions. You’ll provide expert consultation across HR laws, rules, and policies- helping leaders navigate daily personnel matters and long‑term workforce strategy.

Why This Role Is a Fantastic Growth Opportunity:

• Consult at a strategic level—advising managers and executives on labor relations, workforce strategy, investigations, performance management, and HR policy application.
• Deepen expertise in statewide HR systems, collective bargaining agreements, and employment law—core skills for continuous career growth.
• Build a diverse HR portfolio by supporting multiple agencies with varied missions, challenges, and operational needs.
• Join a supportive, highly knowledgeable HR team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence.

In This Role, You Will:

• Provide high‑level HR consultation on personnel rules, labor agreements, and employment law, partnering closely with managers to make well‑supported, consistent decisions.
• Lead and coordinate investigations involving misconduct, discrimination, and harassment, and other workforce issues. Represent the agency in BOLI/EEOC matters, grievances, and arbitration.
• Guide managers through disciplinary processes, prepare formal actions, and help resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Collaborate across agencies to develop HR systems, policies, procedures, and workforce strategies that improve operational consistency.
• Participate in statewide HR initiatives, policy reviews, and special projects, providing research, analysis, and recommendations on issues with broad impact.

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Important Application Requirements

Submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how your experience meets the qualifications and desired attributes listed in this posting. Your Workday profile does not replace a resume. Only complete applications received by the deadline will be considered.

Why Us?

At DAS, people are the foundation of our success—and our Human Resources unit plays a central role in supporting that mission. We are a collaborative team of HR professionals who value expertise, integrity, partnership, and continuous learning. Our work spans across multiple agencies, giving us a unique statewide perspective and the opportunity to make meaningful, lasting impact.

Our amazing benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Commuting: Access to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.
• Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position offers a hybrid work environment, with a combination of remote and in-person work. In-person work expectations will be based on the needs and makeup of the agencies supported by this position. Generally, employees can expect to work in person on a weekly basis, with the specific frequency and schedule determined in partnership with the supported agencies and business needs.