Job Description
Join our dynamic HR team at Pacific Northwest Innovations, where we're redefining workplace culture in the heart of Portland. As an Entry-Level HR Coordinator, you'll be the backbone of our employee experience initiatives, supporting over 200 professionals across tech and creative departments. This is your launchpad into a rewarding HR career with mentorship from CHRO-certified leaders and exposure to cutting-edge HRIS systems like Workday. Enjoy hybrid work options, comprehensive benefits including 100% premium-covered health insurance, and opportunities to shape our DEI programs. Our downtown Portland office is steps from Powell's Books and the MAX light rail, with flexible start times (8:30-10:00 AM).
Responsibilities
- Support full-cycle recruitment: sourcing candidates via LinkedIn/Glassdoor, screening applications, scheduling interviews, and managing offer logistics
- Onboard new hires with customized orientation plans, including benefits enrollment and equipment setup
- Administer employee records in Workday, ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations (FLSA, FMLA, ADA)
- Coordinate employee relations initiatives: exit interviews, performance documentation, and conflict resolution support
- Assist with HR analytics: compiling turnover reports, engagement survey data, and compensation benchmarking
- Manage HR operations: benefits enrollment, time-off requests, and maintenance of employee handbooks
- Support DEI initiatives: track diversity metrics, organize ERGs, and implement inclusive hiring practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 0-2 years HR internship or administrative experience with recruitment/onboarding exposure
- Proficiency in HRIS platforms (Workday/ADP preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong written/verbal communication skills with attention to detail in documentation
- Knowledge of Oregon labor laws (ORS 659A) and federal HR compliance requirements
- Proactive problem-solving approach with ability to handle confidential information
- Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (Greenhouse, Lever) a plus
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for occasional off-site events