Human Resource Analyst 3
Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
06/15/2026Application Deadline:
06/29/2026Agency:
Oregon State Department of PoliceSalary Range:
$6,507 - $9,604Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Human Resource Analyst 3Job Description:
The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Human Resource Analyst 3 position. This position offers the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule.
Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position.
If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact [email protected] and reference REQ-201778.
The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range. Prior to applying you should ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page is accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase.
The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
Summary of Job Duties:
The Human Resources Section functions as a resource to agency managers and employees in assisting them to operate with the greatest possible flexibility within the framework of personnel laws/rules and labor agreement requirements. This section provides direction and assistance to managers in meeting agency goals by helping them recruit, hire, develop and retain qualified employees. The Human Resource Section is responsible for administering and interpreting the collective bargaining agreements (CBA) and Chief Human Resource Office rules and for overseeing all activities governed by them such as recruitment, selection, training, performance appraisal, grievance resolution, participating in arbitrations and other legal venues, disciplinary actions, contract negotiations and records maintenance, safety and workers' compensation management, Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
You will provide a full range of human resource services for managers and employees within OSP. You will serve as a business partner to the agency and may be assigned a specific region or programs to support. You will consult and oversee advice related to, but not all inclusive, merit system rules, labor, civil and employment rights laws, labor relations issues/contract interpretation and personnel rules, policies, and procedures. You will conduct investigations, respond to grievances, and prepare disciplinary letters along with correspondence related to grievances. Advice and assistance will include performance management, leave laws, and leave programs, classification and compensation, selection/recruitment and participate in regional/agency meetings whereby you may present on a variety of HR-related subjects. This position will review trends and identify mechanisms to enable the region and agency to be focused on employee engagement, agile-thinking and strategic in process improvement.
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.
Preferred Skills:
HR Consultation & Labor Relations – Provide strategic HR consulting and technical support to statewide groups, ensuring precise compliance with policies and union contracts.
Conflict Resolution & Communication – Apply critical thinking to navigate difficult workplace conflicts (solution/resolution focused approach) and explain complex ideas clearly to any audience.
Inclusive Leadership & Employee Development – Experience and commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to participate in professional and personal development opportunities and engage in on going education of cultural awareness.
Adaptive Project & Time Management – Exceptional time management and prioritization skills, with a demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
People Leadership & Talent Development – Experience leading employees through coaching, delegation, mentoring and/or supervision
This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
Selection Process:
The process will be comprised of the following evaluation assessment (subject to change).
Interview
How to Apply:
Apply in Workday by the deadline listed above, failure to submit your application by 11:59PM of the above listed date will result in automatic disqualification of your application. You must submit a resume demonstrating your experience as it relates to the minimum qualifications for the position. In addition to a resume, you must submit a cover letter – no more than two pages in length – addressing how you meet each preferred skill for this position. Failure to attach a resume addressing the minimum qualifications and a cover letter addressing the preferred skills will result in disqualification of your application. Please submit these documents in either MS Word or PDF format. Documents submitted in formats other than MS Word or PDF will not be reviewed and will result in disqualification of your application. Please only attach documents that are requested in this posting. Any additional documents that are submitted at this stage will not be reviewed. After applying be sure that you answer the questionnaires related to citizenship and Veteran’s Preference points. In order to receive Veteran’s Preference points, this is a required questionnaire.
The Oregon State Police does not offer visa sponsorships.
U.S. Veteran and/or Oregon National Guard Servicemember Status Designation
Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.
For more information, please visit Veterans Resources
Additional Information:
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at OSP