Specialist, Protected Leaves and Accounting
- Portland, OR
- $49,140-51,684 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Classification Title Human Resources & Organizational Development
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title Specialist, Protected Leaves and Accounting
Department 600300 - HRC Human Resource Center
Position Number D90871
Representation UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE 1.0
Tenure Status N - not applicablePosition SummaryBrief Description of PSU/School/Deptis Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action - in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and , from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.The is committed to providing quality service that enables all employees to contribute at their highest level to support the mission of the University. We serve the PSU community in the areas of employee recruitment and retention, benefits, leaves, payroll, and many more.Position SummaryThe Protected Leaves & Accounting Specialist contributes to the effective administration of employee leave programs and the coordination of related financial processes at PSU. This hybrid role ensures leave compliance with federal and state leave laws (e.g., FMLA/OFLA, ADA, PLO/PFML), collective bargaining agreements, and institutional policies, while also providing accounting support related to payroll, benefits, and leave accruals.The role requires collaboration across HR and other administrative offices to ensure accurate reporting and budgeting. This position reports to the Director of Employee & Labor Relations, Benefits & Leaves.
Minimum QualificationsEducation & Experience:● Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field plus a minimum 1 year of experience administering protected leaves and/or performing accounting or payroll functions; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.● Demonstrated experience administering or coordinating projects or programs.Technical Skills:● Proficiency in Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and formulas).Soft Skills:● Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, with a service-oriented mindset.● High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking.● Ability to manage confidential data appropriately and exercise sound judgment.● Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet compliance timelines.● Ability to work independently and as a team member.● Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally through email, in person and via telephone.● Ability to handle ambiguity and adapt to changing rules, regulations, and policies.● Proficient using Google Suite● Demonstrated strong attention to detail.● Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times.● Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.Preferred Qualifications● Experience working with union-represented employees and an understanding of collective bargaining agreements is highly preferred.● SHRM-CP or PHR● Certificate in School Business Management (CSBM)● CPA or coursework in governmental/educational accounting (preferred but not required)● Experience with education-focused ERP or HR systems (e.g., PowerSchool, PeopleSoft, Frontline, Escape, Banner).● Familiarity with governmental accounting principles and fund accounting is a plus.Key Cultural Competencies
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Work Days/Hours Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, typically 8am to 5pm
Total Compensation Range & Benefits StatementSalary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.The starting annual salary for this position will be between $49,140 and $51,684, but may be negotiated above this range dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.An package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.Please visit our to see the full value of our benefits package.Application InstructionsAdditional InformationSpecial Working Conditions:
- Typical fast-paced office environment working with frequent interruptions and background noise.
- Repetitive hand/wrist/arm movements on a computer keyboard.
- Sitting for long periods of time in front of a computer terminal.
- Occasionally stoop, bend, lift, push, and carry items.
- This position works on the PSU campus. The supervisor may approve remote work for one day a week, following the training period.
Background Check Required Yes
Position End Date (if applicable)
If you have questionsPlease email employment@pdx.edu.Search DetailsPosting Close Date
Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Finalists Identified
Application screening begins 08/05/2025
Quick LinkSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Briefly describe how you meet the minimum qualification of "Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field plus a minimum 1 year of experience administering protected leaves and/or performing accounting or payroll functions; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience."(Open Ended Question) * * Please evaluate your experience and skill level using MS Excel, based on the following options: