Initial Posting Date:

11/06/2025

Application Deadline:

11/17/2025

Agency:

Department of Corrections

Salary Range:

$5,505 - $8,097

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Human Resource Analyst 2, Employee Relations Business Partner (Salem/Hybrid) For current state employees only

Job Description:

Human Resource Analyst 2, Employee Relations Business Partner - For current state employees only

Headquarters (Salem/Hybrid)

Oregon Department of Corrections

The Oregon Department of Corrections is actively recruiting to fill a Human Resource Analyst 2 position. This position is located at our Headquarters in Salem, Oregon. This position is approved to work a hybrid schedule of in-office and remote work, after initial training has been completed. You must be a current State of Oregon employee to apply. (Temporary and contract workers are not eligible.)

If you are hired, you will become part of the department's management service; this position is not represented by a labor union.

About the Job – Your Role

The Human Resource Analyst 2 (Employee Relations Business Partner) provides expert consultation and guidance on all aspects of human resource management and employee relations to all levels of management, employees, and labor partners. The position ensures that internal HR practices and policies align with Department of Administrative Services (DAS) statewide policies and relevant collective bargaining agreements.

This role advises management on corrective and disciplinary actions while ensuring employee rights are protected throughout the process. The incumbent consults on and responds to grievances, and prepares responses to tort claims and Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) complaints.

The HR Analyst 2 also contributes to labor relations by proposing bargaining concepts and providing strategic consultation on the full range of HR services for assigned functional units. Additionally, this position partners with department leaders to equip managers with tools, processes, and innovative people practices helping achieve business goals and advance organizational effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

Your application materials will be reviewed to verify that you have:

• A Master's degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior or Development, Business or Public Administration, the Applied Behavioral Sciences, Industrial Relations or a job-related course of study determined by the appointing authority; AND one (1) year of Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR
• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior or Development, Business or Public Administration, the Applied Behavioral Sciences, Industrial Relations, or a job-related course of study determined by the appointing authority AND a minimum of two (2) years of Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR
• Five (5) years Human Resource experience related to the position. Three (3) of the five (5) years must have been at the professional level; OR
• Valid Certification as a Professional in Human Resource awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute AND a minimum of three (3) years Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR
• Valid Certification as a SHRM Certified Professional awarded by a nationally recognized organization AND a minimum of four (4) years of human resource professional-level experience related to the position, including at least two (2) years at the professional level; OR
• Valid Public Sector HR Association Certified Professional (PSHRA-CP) certification AND a minimum of four (4) years of human resources experience related to the position, including at least two (2) years at the professional level.

The State Certified Human Resources Professional (SCHRP) certification, awarded by the Oregon Chief Human Resources Office, substitutes for six months of human resource professional-level experience.

Requested Skills

If you meet the minimum qualifications above, you do not need to have any or all the following to apply for this position. However, if you do have any of the following, please ensure your application materials clearly present this information.

• Experience interpreting, explaining, and applying Oregon rules, statutes, and policies, and federal laws and programs, related to employment and human resources;
• Experience providing guidance to managers on performance management and corrective actions;
• Experience as a manager applying performance management and corrective actions;
• Experience documenting performance management and corrective actions;
• Experience with complex protected leave events (e.g. FMLA, Workers’ Compensation)
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and follow up;
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing, with a diverse group of stakeholders;
• Ability to maintain relationships, especially when delivering information which may be uncomfortable, negative, or disciplinary;
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Required

• Valid driver’s license or acceptable alternate means of transportation.
• You MUST be a current State of Oregon employee (contract workers excluded) to apply.

Application Information

• In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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• As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates’ qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.
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Recruitment Timeline

(These dates are approximate and could change, depending on operational necessity.)

• Application Screening: Ongoing, as received, with final screenings completed the day after closing.
• Written Assessment (optional): Within one week of the closing date
• 1st round of Interviews: Monday, November 24, 2025. (Interviews will be held in person at DOC Headquarters, Salem, OR.)
• 2nd round of Interviews: No later than December 5, 2025. (Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams.)
• Reference checks will be conducted once a finalist has been identified, and that candidate must pass a criminal background records check.
• Anticipated Start Date: January 5, 2026.

Working Conditions

This position is based at DOC Headquarters in Salem, Oregon. After initial training, there is opportunity for a hybrid schedule with a combination of in-office and remote work.

Some travel between institutions and administrative offices. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Incumbent must have a valid driver’s license or acceptable alternate means of transportation. Routine, direct contact with adults in custody (AIC) is required. This employee may work inside a secure, adult correctional facility and must incorporate practices to ensure the safety of staff and AICs. Must remain constantly alert and work unarmed in the midst of AICs. There is an inherent responsibility to support correctional security staff during periods of unrest. The incumbent of this position is subject to callback in the event of an emergency or work stoppage and is subject to assignment in any area of the institution. Possible encounters with abusive and/or hostile Adults in Custody (AICs) pose the risk of physical injury.

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

About the Process – What to Expect

• After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
• Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
• The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
• Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
• Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
• A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Maria Arellano, Maria.A.Arellano@doc.state.or.us

Reference Number: 190209

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• ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.