HR Generalist
- Troutdale, Oregon
- 3-Month Contract, possibility for conversion
- Onsite | 32–40 hours per week, with the option to work Monday–Thursday
- Transportation
What you should know:
Mulberry Talent Partners has been selected by our client to identify a HR Generalist for their team in Troutdale, OR. This position reports to the Human Resources Director and is a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys case management, employee support, and navigating complex leave and workers’ compensation programs.
This role will primarily coordinate and administer employee leave programs and workers’ compensation claims while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws. You’ll manage cases from start to finish, partner closely with employees, HR, Payroll, Safety leadership, and external vendors, and ensure documentation, reporting, and return-to-work processes remain accurate and on track.
Candidates will stand out with 2-3 years of HR experience and hands-on experience managing FMLA, short-term disability, paid leave, and workers’ compensation cases, particularly in Oregon and Washington.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage workers’ compensation claims in accordance with applicable OSHA and workers’ compensation requirements.
- Coordinate case documentation, medical information, investigations, claim submissions, and administrative requirements.
- Review relevant medical information and independently approve or deny leave cases based on applicable requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality of employee and medical information in accordance with HIPAA and employee privacy guidelines.
- Track leave hours and partner closely with HR and Payroll to help ensure accurate employee pay.
- Maintain regular communication with employees throughout the leave process and coordinate return-to-work activities.
- Manage Oregon and Washington paid leave programs and coordinate eligible claims with FMLA, OFLA, and PFLWA.
- Develop and maintain reporting, metrics, and analytics for leave cases and workers’ compensation claims.
- Partner with HR and Safety leadership, external vendors, and other stakeholders to resolve claims and support leave and workers’ compensation training initiatives.
- Coordinate and administer leave of absence and workers’ compensation programs and cases.
- Serve as a subject matter resource for leave and workers’ compensation policies, procedures, and requirements.
- Interpret and administer leave programs in accordance with FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, OFLA, state paid leave, and other applicable employment laws.
Qualifications, Experience and Education:
- Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
- 2-3 years of Human Resources experience, and experience managing leave cases, including FMLA and short-term disability, and workers’ compensation claims.
- Knowledge of federal and state leave and employment regulations, including FMLA, ADA, OFLA, USERRA, and paid leave programs.
- Experience managing confidential employee and medical information.
- Strong case management, organization, time management, and prioritization skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to make recommendations to management.
- Ability to analyze information, identify issues, gather facts, and develop effective solutions.
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and pivot as business needs change.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Compensation: $35-40/hr, depending on experience
- Schedule: 3-month contract, 32–40 hours per week, onsite with the option to work Monday–Thursday
- Upon offer: background check/drug screening will be administered
Mulberry Talent Partners is dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with exciting opportunities. By applying for this position, you will also be considered for other open positions within our network. If you are already part of our community, we encourage you to reach out directly to one of our recruiters regarding any specific roles that catch your eye!
