Human Resources Manager

Rogue Community College; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Tuition waiver

PERS OPSRP retirement plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Rogue Community College in Oregon seeks a Human Resources Manager to lead daily HR operations and support hiring, onboarding, development, evaluations, and employee records for the College.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with the Director and CHRO on HR services, recruit for hard-to-fill roles, and drive training, engagement, and retention initiatives campus-wide. This full-time role requires on-site work and a strong HR background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, business administration, or a related area.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible HR experience, including talent acquisition.
• Professional HR Certification from HRCI (PHR or SPHR) or SHRM (CP or SCP).
• Experience managing and developing staff performing a variety of HR functions.
• Experience in public-sector, higher education, or unionized work environments.
• Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned HR functions by setting priorities and coordinating staff workloads to deliver timely, accurate, responsive service.
• Supervise assigned staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluation, and professional development.
• Partner with the Director and CHRO on departmental planning, resource needs, and improvements to HR services, systems, and procedures.
• Review job descriptions and position analysis questionnaires with employees and supervisors; support classification reviews as assigned.
• Support the Director with employee relations matters as assigned, including research, information gathering, documentation, and follow-up.
• Monitor employment law and regulatory developments; recommend HR practice changes and support implementation of new requirements.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, and hiring processes; advise hiring managers and search committees; support hard-to-fill recruitments.
• Develop recruitment strategies, outreach partnerships, and marketing with campus partners to attract qualified applicants.
• Review postings and advertisements; oversee screening and pre-employment requirements for consistency with established procedures.
• Administer the applicant tracking system and guide users through system and process changes.
• Coordinate onboarding with HR staff and hiring departments to help new employees transition successfully.
• Evaluate recruitment results and manage related vendor services and budget proposals.
• Serve as the ADA coordinator for applicants by coordinating accommodations throughout recruitment and selection.
• Provide backup to the Payroll Manager for employee ADA coordination as assigned.
• Identify employee development needs with HR leadership and campus partners; coordinate employee and supervisor training.
• Develop and deliver HR-related training; evaluate training effectiveness.
• Administer the employee training system, coordinate required training, and monitor completion.
• Oversee college-wide employee evaluation processes, including schedules, communications, system administration, and completion tracking.
• Provide tools and guidance so supervisors can give effective feedback, establish goals, and complete meaningful evaluations.
• Coordinate employee surveys and stay interviews; analyze feedback and turnover trends and recommend improvements to the employee experience.
• Implement engagement and retention initiatives with HR leadership and campus partners.
• Coordinate employee recognition and appreciation programs and support divisional events that build connection and an inclusive workplace.
• Oversee personnel actions and employee records to ensure accurate, timely processing and appropriate confidentiality, security, and retention.
• Respond to HR questions, explain policies and procedures, and connect employees and supervisors to appropriate resources.
• Prepare HR reports, support audits, and use findings to improve data quality and processes.
• Coordinate HR records requests, including document collection, review, and redaction support in consultation with the Director.
• Participate in college committees as assigned and pursue professional growth opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HR certification

Staff management

Public sector experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Applicant tracking system

Employee training system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Rogue Community College seeks a Human Resources Manager to lead daily HR operations and support hiring, onboarding, development, evaluations, and employee records for the College.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned HR functions by setting priorities and coordinating staff workloads to deliver timely, accurate, responsive service.
• Supervise assigned staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluation, and professional development.
• Partner with the Director and CHRO on departmental planning, resource needs, and improvements to HR services, systems, and procedures.
• Review job descriptions and position analysis questionnaires with employees and supervisors; support classification reviews as assigned.
• Support the Director with employee relations matters as assigned, including research, information gathering, documentation, and follow-up.
• Monitor employment law and regulatory developments; recommend HR practice changes and support implementation of new requirements.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, and hiring processes; advise hiring managers and search committees; support hard-to-fill recruitments.
• Develop recruitment strategies, outreach partnerships, and marketing with campus partners to attract qualified applicants.
• Review postings and advertisements; oversee screening and pre-employment requirements for consistency with established procedures.
• Administer the applicant tracking system and guide users through system and process changes.
• Coordinate onboarding with HR staff and hiring departments to help new employees transition successfully.
• Evaluate recruitment results and manage related vendor services and budget proposals.
• Serve as the ADA coordinator for applicants by coordinating accommodations throughout recruitment and selection.
• Provide backup to the Payroll Manager for employee ADA coordination as assigned.
• Identify employee development needs with HR leadership and campus partners; coordinate employee and supervisor training.
• Develop and deliver HR-related training; evaluate training effectiveness.
• Administer the employee training system, coordinate required training, and monitor completion.
• Oversee college-wide employee evaluation processes, including schedules, communications, system administration, and completion tracking.
• Provide tools and guidance so supervisors can give effective feedback, establish goals, and complete meaningful evaluations.
• Coordinate employee surveys and stay interviews; analyze feedback and turnover trends and recommend improvements to the employee experience.
• Implement engagement and retention initiatives with HR leadership and campus partners.
• Coordinate employee recognition and appreciation programs and support divisional events that build connection and an inclusive workplace.
• Oversee personnel actions and employee records to ensure accurate, timely processing and appropriate confidentiality, security, and retention.
• Respond to HR questions, explain policies and procedures, and connect employees and supervisors to appropriate resources.
• Prepare HR reports, support audits, and use findings to improve data quality and processes.
• Coordinate HR records requests, including document collection, review, and redaction support in consultation with the Director.
• Participate in college committees as assigned and pursue professional growth opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, business administration, or a related area.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, including talent acquisition.
• Professional HR Certification from HRCI (PHR or SPHR) or SHRM (CP or SCP).
• Experience managing and developing staff performing a variety of HR functions.
• Experience in public-sector, higher education, or unionized work environments.
• Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle: valid Oregon Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 30-days of employment, plus maintenance of an acceptable driving record.
• In-person work arrangement on-campus with either a set schedule or flexibility based on operational needs.

Technology

• Applicant tracking system
• Employee training system
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Family medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee life insurance ($40,000)
• Pro-rated paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and contract leave
• Membership in PERS/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) when eligible
• 12-credit tuition waiver per quarter
• Eligibility for professional growth funds

Institutional Expectations

• Demonstrates core values of integrity, collaboration, diversity, equity, and inclusion, sustainability, and courage.
• Contributes to a culture of respect and inclusivity by collaborating effectively with students, colleagues, and the public from diverse backgrounds.
• Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level to support student success.
• Embraces and leverages appropriate technology to accomplish job functions.
• Provides high quality, effective service through learning and continuous improvement.

Additional Posting Information

• Full-time Exempt/Managerial position (100%, 246 days/year) in the Human Resources department.
• Starting compensation based on Grade K of the 2026-27 salary schedule, aligned with initial placement per the current Management, Administrative, and Confidential Employee Handbook.
• Related experience and educational achievements will be considered; placement is generally not expected to exceed the midpoint.
• College schedules 15 unpaid closure days annually, separate from paid holidays and applicable leave.
• Annual compensation reflects unpaid days and is typically based on 1,968 standard hours for a full-time, year-round position, prorated to the authorized percentage.
• Position remains open until filled; screening begins November 16, 2026.
• Required submission documents: cover letter and resume.
• Incomplete applications missing required documents may be considered ineligible for further review.
• Candidates with disabilities who need accommodation and/or assistance during the hiring process may contact Human Resources at 541-956-7329.
• Only finalists will be interviewed; applicants will be notified by email after final selection.
• Final candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• For degree-required roles, only degrees from accredited institutions will be accepted, with accreditation recognized by the Office of Degree Authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Rogue Community College is a qualifying public employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Full-time employees may qualify for forgiveness of remaining Direct Loan balances after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.

Physical Demands

• Primarily sits at a computer to review documents and attend meetings.
• Frequent manual dexterity and coordination for keyboarding, mouse use, and operation of standard office equipment.
• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching occur infrequently.
• Infrequent lifting or moving of files, supplies, and other materials up to 15 pounds.
• Extended sitting may occur, generally with opportunities to change position.

Working Conditions

• Primarily works indoors in an office environment.
• No hazardous conditions exposure.
• Noise level is usually moderate and lighting is adequate.