Human Resources Generalist (HR) Location: Salem, Oregon Salary: $45 - $48 / hr Type: Per Diem Experience: 5 years Cascade Living Group is seeking an experienced, analytical, and resourceful Human Resources Generalist (HR) to support employee relations, HR operations, and community leadership across our senior living organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, comprehensive knowledge of employment and labor laws, particularly in California and Oregon, and the ability to independently evaluate complex workplace situations and provide practical, legally sound guidance. This position requires an HR professional who can exercise independent judgment, recognize potential compliance risks, ask the right questions, and develop thoughtful solutions while balancing employee relations, legal requirements, and operational needs. Compensation - $45.00 - $48.00/hour, non-exempt - Depending on experience and job-related qualifications Schedule - As-needed part-time support - Hours vary according to business needs - Position may transition to a Regular Part Time schedule of up to 25 hours weekly - No minimum weekly hours or future schedule is guaranteed Location - Remote – Oregon, Washington, or California Required Qualifications - Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including substantial employee relations responsibilities - Demonstrated knowledge of federal employment laws and California and Oregon employment requirements - Strong critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex situations and make sound, well-reasoned recommendations - Ability to independently research, interpret, and apply employment laws and regulations - Experience conducting workplace investigations, assessing credibility, and preparing clear, objective findings - Ability to recognize legal and compliance risks and determine when escalation is appropriate - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex HR matters clearly to managers and employees - Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and manage competing priorities - Experience providing guidance and support to HR administrative staff - Proficiency with HR information systems and Microsoft Office applications - Must reside and perform work in Oregon, Washington, or California Preferred Qualifications and Experience - SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification - Experience in senior living, healthcare, or a multi-location organization - Experience with Paylocity - Working knowledge of Washington employment laws Key Responsibilities - Provide guidance to Executive Directors and department leaders regarding employee relations, performance management, corrective actions, and workplace concerns - Independently assess employee relations issues, identify potential legal and operational risks, and recommend appropriate courses of action - Conduct workplace investigations, employee interviews, and fact-finding - Evaluate information objectively, identify inconsistencies, and develop well-supported findings and recommendations - Assist with conflict resolution, employee separations, and exit interviews - Ensure consistent application of company policies and applicable employment laws - Recognize when matters require escalation to HR leadership or legal counsel - Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and support to assigned HR administrative staff - Assist with prioritizing workloads, monitoring deadlines, and reviewing work for accuracy and compliance - Identify inefficiencies, evaluate existing processes, and recommend practical improvements - Support onboarding, offboarding, personnel records, and HRIS administration - Coordinate HR projects and follow up on outstanding community and departmental needs - Apply working knowledge of federal, California, Oregon, and applicable Washington employment laws to workplace situations - Research and interpret employment regulations and identify their impact on HR practices - Provide guidance on wage and hour requirements, protected leave, accommodations, workplace investigations, and employee discipline - Assist with leave administration, ADA interactive processes, and return-to-work matters - Support workers' compensation coordination, compliance audits, and policy implementation - Identify potential compliance concerns and recommend appropriate corrective measures About Cascade Living Group - Cascade Living Group operates senior living communities dedicated to providing quality care and creating supportive environments for residents and associates - Our Human Resources team partners with community leadership to promote positive workplace practices, operational consistency, and compliance throughout the organization - We invite you to learn more about us and meet the team at: https://www.cascadeliving.com/about/meet-the-team/ - Cascade Living Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law - All offers of employment are conditioned on passing a background check - If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected] Location: Salem, OR, USA, Salem, Oregon Industry: Healthcare Find Out More About Us: https://www.cascadeliving.com/about/meet-the-team/