Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 04.20.2023

Hourly Wage: $23.00 - $26.00 DOE (Pending Grant Approval)

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Department: Sunderland Safe Park Village

Position Title: Human Resources Associate

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to: Human Resources Associate

To apply in person go to 30 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97204. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Justin Moshkowski at justin.moshkowski@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 731-3916. Mr. Moshkowski is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

COVID-19

The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

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Education and Work Experience:

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Work/Professional Experience: Minimum of two years’ experience working office, clerical, or administrative support involving use of computer data entry and word processing programs. At least 2 years in human resources preferred.

Work Experience in Business environments considered.

Scope of Position:

The function of the Human Resources Assistant will assist the Program Administrator with the processing of personnel related documents, benefits, and programs for all staff related to the Safe Park and Safe Rest Villages.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
• Microsoft PowerPoint, helpful.
• Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training. Must be courteous and respectful to teammates and donors.
• Must be congenial and able to work with difficult individuals.

Licenses and Certifications required: Driver License - Preferred

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Able to ensure complete confidentiality and privacy of staff information.
• Prepare all documentation related to the hiring of employees.
• Assist Program Administrator with all communications (verbal and written) this includes but is not limited to telephone, email, all types of mailings, and preparing various types of correspondences, forms, and reports as needed.
• Prepare recruitment announcements internal/external postings.
• Provide oversight and processing of the Hiring Process
• Assist in maintaining of the timecards of each employee.
• Prepare Performance reviews and tracking.
• Process Time off Documentation.
• Assist payroll (DHQ) in making sure all timesheets are correct before final submission.
• Assist in maintaining the personnel record keeping process to ensure access to and completeness of information regarding employees.
• Review employee vacation and floating holiday requests for employees.
• Be knowledgeable of employee insurance benefit programs, including medical, dental, short-term disability, and worker’s compensation insurances.
• Report and maintain information on workers compensation claims.
• Perform all tasks associated with Human Resources.
• Able to understand Oregon Laws related to HR and Salvation Army Policy.
• All other duties as assigned.

In any position with The Salvation Army, it is impossible to predict the many requests and assignments that may be made on an employee. This is the case with this position. Flexibility and a cooperative spirit are crucial characteristics of the individual who holds this important position.

This position has access to confidential and private information. It is essential that confidentiality and privacy be observed.

Physical Requirements:

• Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinets drawers, and reach overhead.
• Operate telephone.
• Operate a desktop or laptop computer.
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Works on many projects at once in a semi-open office environment with interruptions and noises from voices, telephones, printers.

MISCELLANEOUS:

The Salvation Army does have a dress code that includes professional dress which is appropriate to the work environment and reflects well on the organization.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Supervisor: Program Administrator

Experience

• Minimum of two years’ experience working office, clerical, or administrative support involving use of computer data entry and word processing programs. At least 2 years in human resources preferred.

• Work Experience in Business environments considered.

Education

• High School or Equivalent or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)