Benefits/HR Generalist

The Benefits/HR Generalist is an essential member of PCL's Human Resources Team, focusing on team member benefit packages and wellness initiatives. This role involves orienting new team members to their benefits and assisting current members with inquiries. The generalist educates team members on benefit changes and supports informed decisions during annual re-enrollment, while also seeking opportunities to enhance benefits and improve workplace culture.
The person in this position will take the initiative to assist and support the rest of the Human Resources Team. This will include learning and supporting payroll processing, leave, and workers’ compensation documentation. Timely and professional responses to inquiries are crucial. They will take pride in the diverse responsibilities, upholding the highest standards while exemplifying a strong work ethic and a dedication to success.

Wage & Benefits: $19.00 per hour

• We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Insurance and FSA for full-time employees, 401(K), Gym discounts and reimbursements, and other lifestyle discounts available to all employees.

Position Type: Hourly, Full-time 40 hours weekly.

• Generally 8:30am - 5pm, Mon-Fri. Will vary and include nights, weekends, and travel as scheduled.

Working Location: Based in PCL's Monmouth administrative office and travel to other PCL offices as scheduled. 

Skills and Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is required, and preference is given to applicants with college degrees in related fields.
• Must be at least 18 years of age when starting employment.
• Must have and show basic computer skills and can learn agency applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized and attentive to detail.
• Cooperative and willing to learn.
• Ability to interpret various instructions.
• Enhanced math skills – must be able to accurately balance a budget and basic math transactions.
• Professional, clear, and positive oral and written communication skills both expressive and receptive.
• PCL’s Team members must have dependable, reliable, and regular work attendance, and must adhere to attendance policies.

Job Duties:

• Clearly communicate compensation and benefit information to team members.
• Orient new and existing team members to their benefits packages and guide them through the enrollment process.
• Work with benefits vendors to provide education on available benefits.
• Keep the informational sites up to date with current benefit information.
• Database and spreadsheet management of benefits and payroll records.
• Provide training on benefits and compensation topics.
• Assist with Payroll on a semi-monthly basis.
• Assist with Leave of Absences and Workers’ Compensation documentation as requested.
• Represent PCL professionally, consistently, and with deep brand awareness in all written and spoken communication, both externally and internally.

Certifications and Training:

• Must pass required DHS background check and Protective Service Investigations.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license and to be eligible to drive agency vehicles.
• Complete and maintain all certifications as required by the position, PCL, and other governing agencies.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain certification to a satisfactory level in Oregon Intervention System (training provided if hired).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in CPR (training provided if hired).
• Complete all duties related to being a Mandatory Abuse Reporter.
• New hire orientation and on-site training must be completed within 60 days of hire.