Human Resources Compliance Specialist - Ad291

Title: Human Resources Compliance Specialist

Location: River House- 211 SE Caruthers St., Portland, OR 97214

Schedule: This is an in-person position with hybrid flexibility after 6 months of employment. Monday through Friday, 8:30am- 5:00pm.

Wage Range: $32.70 - $34.62 hourly, non-exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Human Resources Specialist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, you'll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there's a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs-including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Human Resources Compliance Specialist supports HR operations by coordinating onboarding, personnel documentation, HR compliance tracking, employee records, required reporting, and administrative HR processes. This position serves as a key point of contact for HR-related processes and helps ensure documentation is accurate, complete, confidential, and maintained in accordance with NARA NW policies and applicable employment requirements.

This position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating new employee orientation once per month over two days, ensuring onboarding documents are completed timely, maintaining personnel records, supporting contractor and intern onboarding, tracking required employee documentation, and assisting with HR reporting, audits, OSHA recordkeeping, employee verification requests, and other HR compliance processes.

What you will do:

• Coordinates and facilitates new employee orientation once per month over two days.
• Coordinates the onboarding process for new hires in Paycom, including new hire checklists, required forms, onboarding documentation, and follow-up with recruiters and new employees.
• Tracks and maintains required employee documentation, including CPR cards, training certificates, TB/HEP B/MMR documentation, driving verification, and other compliance-related records.
• Maintains accurate and complete personnel records and HR documentation.
• Assists with preparation of employee documents for audits, site reviews, and regulatory reviews, including OHA, ODHS, HRSA, CARF, and other review agencies.
• Processes and tracks Personnel Action Forms for employee changes, including position, wage, status, and other employment changes.
• Monitors the HR inbox and routes employee, manager, benefits, leave, payroll, recruitment, and compliance-related inquiries to the appropriate HR team member.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of employee and organizational information.