HR Representative (part-time)

Location: NE Portland, Parkrose Neighborhood - onsite

Position Status: Part-time, 16-24 hours/week

Looking for a role where your work has real impact? 

At Xenium HR, we’re on a mission to transform workplaces for the better. You’ll join a team of passionate HR, Payroll, and Benefits professionals working with small and medium-sized businesses across the Pacific Northwest. We support businesses with limited or no internal HR resources, as well as companies with internal HR staff seeking expertise and training. We’re known for building strong relationships with our clients, so we can help identify what their business really needs to transform and thrive.

What it’s like to work here

Providing transformational services starts within our walls. We’re invested in creating a positive, rewarding experience with opportunities to learn, grow, advance, and shape the workplace. Xenium offers an inclusive work environment where employees can both make a difference and succeed. If you value authentic relationships, service excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion—and want to work where everyone knows you and your name, Xenium may be the place for you.

How this role transforms workplaces:

The Onsite HR Representative is responsible for providing onsite HR services and support for Archaeological Investigations Northwest, Inc. (AINW) along with the support of the HR Business Partner (HRBP) and Xenium team.

• Acts as a resource for all employees in multiple aspects of HR. Utilizes HRBP for assistance and guidance with technical and strategic HR issues.
• Respond to inquiries regarding benefits related issues, including workers compensation and leaves of absence.
• Support AINW’s safety functions, including policy development and implementation, stay current with compliance requirements, coordinate & attends monthly safety meetings, reviews PPE for each field project, conducts safety audits, maintain safety incident records, and collaborate on corrective action plans. Aim to prevent accidents and ensure a safe work environment.
• Assists managers in the recruiting process which includes drafting and posting of the job opening, screening resumes, coordination of offer and pre-employment screening (checking references), and completion of all onboarding paperwork.
• Works with managers to ensure that all the proper documentation is in place for all aspects of HR and benefits.
• Coordinates all aspects of terminations in conjunction with the Xenium HRBP.
• Manages and assists in the development of people systems and recognition programs.
• Schedules and conducts new hire and benefits orientations.
• Administers and/or coordinates COBRA paperwork.
• Produce the appropriate leave paperwork and tracks all leaves for employees.
• Participates in AINW meetings to discuss HR related assigned topics as needed, and to take detailed notes.

Who you’ll work with:

HR Business Partner, Xenium Specialists, AINW President, AINW Office/Operations Manager, & AINW employees.

Required experience and skills :

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university, or one to three+ years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and work independently.
• Possess excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, attention to detail, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Display empathy while maintaining firm boundaries.
• Ability to work independently while developing and fostering critical interdepartmental relationships.

Preferred skills and certifications:

• Human Resource certification a plus.

Don’t meet every requirement? We’d still like to hear from you:

If you enjoy being part of a collaborative team, building relationships, and making a difference in workplaces, we encourage you to apply – even if you believe you don’t meet all of the requirements described. Studies have shown that individuals with marginalized identities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description. Our priority is finding the best candidate for the job, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Xenium HR is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and inclusion and offering a learning and team-focused environment.

Total compensation and salary range:

Our total rewards philosophy is centered around the whole person, including comprehensive health and financial benefits and life balance resources designed to support the passion, commitment, and energy that is vital to our team members. 

Xenium HR is committed to providing a competitive compensation package. The starting salary for this role ranges from $27.26-29.67/hour based on skills/knowledge, years of experience, and ensuring pay equity within the organization. The hiring team will share more details regarding compensation based on your experience and location during the interview process.

Benefits: 

Employee Assistance program

Wellness program

401k with match

Profit Sharing program

Perks:

Flexible work arrangement with autonomy and trust

Caring leadership

Periodic massages

Tuition/educational assistance for under-grad degrees

Professional development book clubs and cultural awareness & appreciation conversations

Regular training events

Peer Recognition & Reward program

Employee referral bonus

Business referral bonus

Monthly all-team meetings and team events

Community service

DEI and culture initiatives & teams

Discounts on Stoller wine 

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