Senior Human Resources Analyst

Initial Posting Date:

01/23/2026

Application Deadline:

02/16/2026

Agency:

Oregon Youth Authority

Salary Range:

$6,348 - $9,370

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Human Resources Analyst

Job Description:

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY

Human Resource Analyst 3 - Senior HR Analyst

Salem, Oregon - CENTRAL OFFICE/HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT EQUITABLE BUILDING

Are you a seasoned HR professional with a passion for supporting employees, fostering equity, and navigating complex personnel matters? We are excited to announce a permanent full-time opportunity for a Senior Human Resource Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to managers, employees, and union partners across a wide range of human resources functions—from classification and recruitment to labor and employee relations. We're looking for someone who brings deep knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, values diversity and inclusion, and thrives in a dynamic, 24/7 environment. If you have experience conducting investigations, guiding teams through organizational change, and providing sound, written HR guidance that supports employer actions, we encourage you to apply and bring your expertise to this impactful role.

For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please

click here

.

Additional Details:

• This position will receive a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The increase will be effective February 1, 2026, and will be reflected in paychecks beginning March 1, 2026.
• Hybrid Telework: This position is hybrid work, with once a week required in-office days at a facility, field office, and/or Central Office. In-office day requirements may change depending on business needs. Remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time. Please visit the state's

Work Reimagined

website for more information.
- This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill multiple, current, and future vacancies.
- Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity,

click here

.
- The salary range listed is the non-

PERS

participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the

Classification and Compensation

page for more details.
- This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
- This position is part of the state's management team.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule:

NOTE: The first round of interviews are conducted via VidCruiter, an online video interview platform that offers flexibility by allowing you to complete your interview within a given time window. We want to give all candidates ample time and support to participate comfortably. Access to a computer or smartphone with internet, a camera, and a microphone will be necessary.

• 1st Round Interviews: February 25, 2026 (Vidcruiter)
• 2nd Round Interviews: March 4, 2026 (IN-PERSON)

Please note that this timeline is tentative and subject to change as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior or Development, Business or Public Administration, the Applied Behavioral Sciences, Industrial Relations or a job-related course of study determined by the appointing authority; and three years of Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR

• Valid certification as a Professional in Human Resource awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute and four years Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR

• Six years Human Resource experience related to the position. Four of the six years must have been at the professional level.

A master's degree in any of the above listed courses of study may substitute for one year of professional-level experience.

The State Certified Human Resources Professional (SCHRP) certification, awarded by the Oregon Chief Human Resources Office, substitutes for six months of human resource professional-level experience.

Valid certification as a SHRM Certified Professional awarded by a nationally recognized organization substitutes for one year of human resource professional-level experience.

Valid certification as a PSHRA-CP from the Public Sector HR Association substitutes for one year of professional-level human resources experience.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES/APPLICATION SCORING CRITERIA: If you have these qualities, let us know It's how we will choose whom to move forward

Note: You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.

• Expertise in state processes regarding classification and compensation, including establishments, reclassifications, and analysis'
• Experience conducting investigations regarding workforce management issues and concerns.
• Knowledge related to the State of Oregon Governor's expectations, and assisting managers with ensuring compliance.
• Knowledge and/or experience working through change management and developing efficient processes
• Experience providing recommendations to managers and developing appropriate corrective or disciplinary actions as needed

How to apply:

• Ensure your application and/or resume thoroughly reflect your skills, experience (both lived, volunteer, and professional), knowledge, and/or education pertinent to this position, including how you meet the minimum qualifications and any/all desired attributes. Please ensure your resume shows month/year and description of job duties on each history.
• COVER LETTER REQUIRED: In your cover letter, please describe your experiences, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes of the position and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Limit your cover letter to no more than 2 pages and ensure it is in PDF format for accessibility.
• Complete the questionnaire.
• Following the submission of your application, promptly respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. If you're an employee, these tasks will be in your Workday inbox.
• Veterans may receive preference; indicate your veteran status if applicable.

Click here for more information about veterans' preference

.

Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team every other Wednesday, between 11am-11:30am PST during our OYA Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application questions and agency questions

Click Here to Register for OYA Career Chats

ABOUT OYA

At OYA, diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just words on a page. To meet our mission and live our values as an agency, DEI must be at the heart of all we do. We support cultural competence, develop teams and cultivate leaders in ways that are equitable to everyone, especially people of color, those who identify as LGBTQ+, or those from other marginalized communities. We are explicit and intentional as we identify resources that all our youth and staff need to grow and prosper. Our DEI work connects closely with our culture of positive human development, with safe and supportive environments where everyone is held accountable and connected to their community. The end goal is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments.

If you are looking to join a team that values individual and cultural differences, with the opportunity to contribute to youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you People of color, women, and other members of historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply

For more information please visit

.

What's in it for You?

OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules on most positions and a competitive benefits package, including low-cost, high-coverage

health insurance

, generous time-off, and a competitive

retirement plan

.

Additional Information:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we are here to serve. OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be individualized based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law." The more diverse we are, the better our work will be.

Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation or for alternative format please contact OYA Recruitment at Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.

Pre-employment Checks:

In keeping with our mission, OYA will conduct a criminal record check, per

OAR 416 Division 800

, a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position.

In 2003 Congress passed the

Prison Rape Elimination Act

(PREA), the first federal civil statue focused specifically on addressing sexual violence in juvenile facilities, jails, prisons, and other facilities. In recognition of the rights, safety, and well-being of the youth we serve you will be asked specific questions about your background to ensure our hiring and promotion practices comply with the National PREA standards.

All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse.

Visa Sponsorship: We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYA uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Have Questions?:

For questions about the job announcement, email the OYA recruitment team