Human Resources Assistant

Description

Human Resources Assistant Join the HR team at Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD)! THPRD is looking for a detail-oriented HR Assistant to support recruitment and onboarding while also providing a variety of HR administrative and technical support to the HR division.

At THPRD, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a welcoming and inclusive workplace committed to community and public service excellence. The HR division provides services ranging from recruitment to benefits, training, workplace safety, leaves, and wellness for nearly 1,400 park & recreation professionals at THPRD. As an HR Assistant, you will be partnered with a team of HR Assistants and be supported by the HRIS Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Post part-time and seasonal job opportunities and work with hiring managers to market vacancies.
• Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in the recruitment and selection process.
• Screen applicants for minimum qualifications and refer to hiring officials for additional screening and hire.
• Support pre-employment requirements including background check, motor vehicle reports and pre-boarding tasks.
• Process personnel hires and changes, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain employee data in the district’s HRIS/ERP (Enterprise ERP) system.
• Respond to claims for unemployment and verifications of employment.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service. Create a positive experience for applicants and colleagues through professional and welcoming behavior and prompt and reliable service.
• Partner with HR team members on special projects as needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion to sensitive information.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional training or education, such as an Associate's degree or equivalent coursework, is preferred.
• At least two (2) years of office experience with at least one year in human resources, risk management, or related field.

Scheduling This position offers a flexible schedule of approximately 29 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexibility in the days and hours worked to accommodate the selected candidate’s availability. This is a Part-Time Variable (PT) role, where the employee will work fewer than 29 hours per week and no more than 1,560 hours annually.

Pay Rate The hiring range for this position is $27.84 to $28.69, based on experience and internal equity. The full hourly range for this job classification is $27.84 to $31.38. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September. For more information, please click here to review the full job description.

Application Review This recruitment will be used to fill multiple vacancies. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The first round of interviews is anticipated for the beginning of December. Please be sure to fully answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure our hiring managers can appropriately evaluate your qualifications. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates an applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions rather than requiring cover letters and resumes. Appointments on the salary range are made based upon a pay equity analysis of bona fide factors per Oregon's Equal Pay Act.

Accommodations THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@thprd.org.

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Benefits

What We Offer You Enjoy comprehensive benefits as a part-time employee, including access to a confidential Employee Assistant Program, complimentary drop-in visits to THPRD recreation facilities, discounts on various class offerings and more! THPRD is committed to providing flexible part-time employment options tailored to your individual needs. PART-TIME VARIABLE (PT): Part-time variable (PT) employees work less than 29 hours per week on average annually. However, they have the option of working additional hours during periods like summer or winter months. PT are eligible to receive benefits such as Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Compassionate Leave, and Inclement Weather Pay (if required to work). SEASONAL: Seasonal employment is temporary and allows employees to work only during certain times of the year, up to 40 hours per week for a maximum duration of six (6) consecutive months. Seasonal employees are eligible to receive benefits such as Holiday Pay, Compassionate Leave, and Inclement Weather Pay (if required to work). Effective February 15, 2026, seasonal employees will also be eligible to accrue Paid Time Off (PTO)!

Available to all classifications:

Great Place to Work

• THPRD is a certified Great Place to Work as of June 2024!
• THPRD offers opportunities to participate in Employee Resource Groups, including employee-led affinity groups, a Transformation & Allyship Group, or the district’s Welcoming & Inclusive Committee. These groups each support equity and justice-based work within the district. Participation is included as regular paid time for part-time or full-time employees. To learn more, visit THPRD’s Employee Resource Group webpage.
• Bilingual employees who utilize their language skills in the workplace up to 10% of the time, can earn an additional 5% pay incentive.
• Employee appreciation events, employee recognition programs and more!

Health & Wellness

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which includes, legal consultations and mediation, wellness and gym discounts, up to six (6) free counseling sessions, per counseling issue, life and career coaching, home ownership and housing support program and much more! All members of the employee’s household are covered and may use EAP services.
• An Employee Wellness Program (EWP), allowing free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for you and your household
• Employees and their household can register for camps and classes during in-district registration and receive a 20% discount

Leave

• Paid Time Off - Paid leave type for part-time variable employees. Paid Time Off (PTO), will accrue at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked. This is in addition to Sick leave and may be scheduled by employees for any reason! Effective February 15, 2026 the accrual rate for PTO will increase to one (1) hour earned for every 23 hours worked and will include seasonal employees!
• The ability to accrue paid sick leave at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked
• Family Medical Leave eligibility for qualified family and medical related reasons
• Paid compassionate leave is available to all part-time employees to grieve the loss of an immediate family member, to make arrangements (if necessary), and to attend memorial services. Employees are eligible for paid compassionate leave for up to the hours scheduled in their average work week.

Retirement

• Available savings for retirement through a 457(b)-deferred compensation plan by contributing pre-tax dollars from your paycheck

Local Government

• An opportunity to make a difference within your community through public service
• A variety of opportunities within local government that support your professional development and evolving interests! Opportunities to apply for internal positions, explore a variety of park and recreation careers, and gain meaningful experience.
• THPRD is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. For eligibility requirements and information, please visit the PSLF website

Community Partnerships

• Seasonal discounts to community partners such as Nike, Adidas, and Columbia Sportswear