| Location | Portland, OR |
| Salary | $25–$35 Per Hour |
HR & Benefits Coordinator (Contract)
Location: Portland Metro Area
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-Time
Position Type: Contract
About the Opportunity
LHH Recruitment Solutions is proactively seeking HR & Benefits Coordinators for upcoming contract opportunities with organizations across the Portland and Vancouver metro area.
These roles support day-to-day human resources operations, employee benefits administration, onboarding, compliance, and employee support functions. Successful candidates are highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing confidential information while providing excellent service to employees and business partners.
Key Responsibilities
Administer employee benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations
Respond to employee questions regarding medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefit programs
Support new hire onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes
Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
Process personnel changes, including promotions, transfers, pay adjustments, and status updates
Assist with leave administration, accommodations, and workers' compensation tracking
Coordinate open enrollment activities and employee communications
Partner with benefit carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators
Prepare reports, audits, and compliance-related documentation
Support HR projects and process improvement initiatives
Assist with recruiting coordination, interview scheduling, and other administrative HR functions as needed
Qualifications
2+ years of HR, Benefits Administration, HR Coordinator, or related experience
Experience supporting employee benefits programs and HR operations
Knowledge of onboarding, employee record management, and HR best practices
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with HRIS systems such as ADP, Paylocity, UKG, Workday, Dayforce, BambooHR, or Paycom
Experience supporting multi-state employees
Understanding of leave administration and employment law compliance
HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar) preferred but not required
What You'll Bring
Strong follow-through and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
A proactive and employee-focused approach
Adaptability and willingness to jump in where support is needed
Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Pay Details: $25.00 to $35.00 per hour
Search managed by: Kevin Bui
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.