Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources Specialist

Join the Willamette Valley Bank team as an HR Specialist and make a real impact! In this role as HR Specialist, you’ll provide essential administrative support while contributing to broader HR initiatives. You’ll handle core tasks like maintaining employee records and onboarding, while also assisting with benefits administration, HRIS data management, and compliance.

Some of the Key Responsibilities Include

• Manage job postings, offer letters, background checks, and onboarding coordination
• Support NMLS registration and renewal for licensed staff, ensuring compliance
• Facilitate new hire orientation and ensure completion of required documentation
• Administer leave programs (FMLA, OFLA, ORPFML, STD) and provide tracking for approvals
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
• Update workplace posters and distribute digital versions to remote staff
• Assist with compensation practices to ensure compliance and competitiveness
• Support benefits enrollment and respond to employee inquiries
• Handle sensitive HR documents with confidentiality and attention to detail
• Respond to routine HR inquiries; escalate complex issues as needed
• Collaborate with the HR Business Partner on initiatives and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations
• Complete mandatory training and assigned regulatory requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• A caring, stable and safe working environment
• Experienced and helpful leadership

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR or related experience; high school diploma or equivalent required
• Working knowledge of employment laws (e.g., FLSA, wage & hour, equal pay)
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; HRIS experience preferred (Paycom ideal)
• Comfortable working independently and collaborating remotely

About Us

Where Local Means Everything…

If you ask us, local means that our connection to the places in which we work goes beyond geography, it means we are ingrained in the local economy, we are part of the culture, and we help support our neighbors through volunteering, community outreach, and charitable donations.

Banking Local means your money gets reinvested into your local communities and keeps your small towns thriving. When you put your money in a local bank, you are helping to provide a tractor to local farmers, an oven for the neighborhood bakery, and a home for the family next door.

ADA Statement: The responsibilities listed are representative of the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Willamette Valley Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected characteristics. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at:  careers@wvbk.com