HR Generalist

Job Title: HR Generalist - for our client, Lane Transit District

Location: Eugene, OR - onsite

Position Status: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Work Schedule: Must be available for 8-hour shifts within business hours (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM) ONSITE in Eugene, Oregon; schedule may vary.

Looking for a role where your work has real impact? 

At Xenium HR, we’re on a mission to transform workplaces for the better. You’ll join a team of passionate HR, Payroll, and Benefits professionals working with small and medium-sized businesses across the Pacific Northwest. We support businesses with limited or no internal HR resources, as well as companies with internal HR staff seeking expertise and training. We’re known for building strong relationships with our clients, so we can help identify what their business really needs to transform and thrive.  

What it’s like to work here:

Providing transformational services starts within our walls. We’re invested in creating a positive, rewarding experience with opportunities to learn, grow, advance, and shape the workplace. Xenium offers an inclusive work environment where employees can both make a difference and succeed. If you value authentic relationships, service excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion—and want to work where everyone knows you and your name, Xenium may be the place for you.  

How this role transforms workplaces:

The Onsite HR Generalist is responsible for providing onsite HR services and support for the client along with the support of the Xenium HR Business Partners and Xenium team. 

• Acts as point of contact for Human Resources and serves as a liaison between the client and Xenium.
• Acts as a resource for employees in all different aspects of HR.
• In conjunction with the HR Business Partners, provides Human Resource guidance and compliance to client.
• Responds to HR questions from managers and employees. Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation by ensuring standards are being met and consistently applied across the organization.
• Provides disciplinary and coaching support in conjunction with the HR Business Partners and the Xenium team. Participates in employee counseling and termination meetings as appropriate.
• Coordinates all aspects of investigations and terminations in conjunction with the Xenium team.
• Assists with recruiting efforts by creating job postings and advertising open positions, conducting candidate screening activities, drafting offer letters and managing pre-employment processes. Develops contract terms for new hires, promotions, and transfers.
• Schedules and conducts new hire and benefits orientations.
• Works with the client team to administer benefit plans and is the employee point of contact for benefit inquiries. Supports the client with annual benefit renewal.
• Works with managers to ensure that all the proper documentation is in place for all aspects of HR.
• Works with the Xenium team in implementing HR project deliverables to include: Employee Handbooks, Job Descriptions, Wage Surveys, HR Compliance Assessments, Employee Satisfaction Surveys, Performance Management Programs, Trainings and other client company objectives.
• Manages performance review process to include filing and tracking of review forms. Reviews incoming performance reviews for completeness. 
• Conducts exit interviews.
• Manages retirement applications and processes.
• Provides backup support to the Drug and Alcohol Program, including compliance, random draw process, and required training, when needed.
• Works with client’s leave administrator/vendor to support compliant leave administration and tracking.
• Supports the workers’ compensation process and participates in the client’s safety committee.
• Participates in the client meetings to discuss HR related assigned topics as needed.
• Attends relevant seminars and training workshops to keep abreast of HR best practices as well as employment law updates.
• Maintains the personnel filing system to include applicants, active and inactive employees.
• Assists the client team with responding to unemployment claims and participates in hearings when needed.
• Drives to various company locations and completes miscellaneous HR projects as assigned.

Who you’ll work with:

Senior HR Business Partner, Xenium Specialists, and Lane Transit District employees.

Required experience and skills:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and three to five years of related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Strong knowledge of Oregon employment laws, including wage and hour regulations, protected leaves, and workplace compliance requirements.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and work independently.
• Possess excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, attention to detail, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. 
• Display empathy while maintaining firm boundaries.
• Ability to work independently while developing and fostering critical interdepartmental relationships.
• Means to travel within the Eugene metropolitan area.

Preferred skills and certifications:

• Experience in the public sector and a unionized environment is preferred.
• Human Resources certification.

Don’t meet every requirement? We’d still like to hear from you:  

If you enjoy being part of a collaborative team, building relationships, and making a difference in workplaces, we encourage you to apply – even if you believe you don’t meet all of the requirements described. Studies have shown that individuals with marginalized identities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description. Our priority is finding the best candidate for the job, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Xenium HR is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and inclusion and offering a learning and team-focused environment.  

Total compensation and salary range:

Our total rewards philosophy is centered around the whole person, including comprehensive health and financial benefits and life balance resources designed to support the passion, commitment, and energy that is vital to our team members. 

Xenium HR is committed to providing a competitive compensation package. The starting salary for this role ranges from $32-35/hour based on skills/knowledge, years of experience, and ensuring pay equity within the organization. The hiring team will share more details regarding compensation based on your experience and location during the interview process. 

Benefits: 

Employer paid medical, dental, vision

FSA for health & dependent care

Life & Disability plans

Employee Assistance program

Wellness program

401k with match

Profit Sharing program

Paid time off 

Paid holidays of your choice

Perks:

Flexible work arrangement with autonomy and trust

Caring leadership

Complimentary massages

Tuition/educational assistance for under-grad degrees

Professional development book clubs and cultural awareness & appreciation conversations

Regular training events

Peer Recognition & Reward program

Employee referral bonus

Business referral bonus

Monthly all-team meetings and team events

Community service

DEI and culture initiatives & teams

Discounts on Stoller wine 

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