HR Specialist Job at Yellowstone Local, Salem, OR

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  • Yellowstone Local
  • Salem, OR

Job Description

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent Western Utility Telecom, an industry leader in support services.

You keep the details tight, the people supported, and the process moving and this role puts you at the center of it all.

What’s in it for You?

  • Pay: $26 to $29 per hour

  • Full-time, stable role with consistent scheduling

  • Opportunity for overtime as business needs demand

  • Exposure to full-cycle HR operations, including onboarding, recruiting, and benefits

  • Professional office environment in Salem, OR

  • Hands-on experience with HRIS systems and employee lifecycle management

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Be part of a company where accuracy and accountability actually matter

  • Work directly with leadership and gain real HR experience that builds your career

  • Support a team that values communication, responsiveness, and professionalism

  • Opportunity to expand your HR skill set across multiple functions

  • A collaborative environment where your organization and follow-through set you apart

Your New Role

  • Maintain and update employee records in HRIS systems with a high level of accuracy in Salem, OR

  • Organize and manage employee files, ensuring compliance with document retention standards

  • Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork and exit procedures

  • Support recruiting efforts by posting jobs, coordinating interviews, and assisting with candidate communication

  • Track attendance and leave records while routing documentation and employee questions appropriately

  • Assist with benefits administration, including employee communications and enrollment tracking

  • Respond to employee HR inquiries and ensure timely follow-up and resolution

  • Maintain strict confidentiality with all employee and company information

  • Assist with employee relations documentation and escalate complex matters as needed

  • Provide backup support for front desk operations, including phones and visitor coordination

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

  • Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience with 3 to 5 years in HR support or administrative roles

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

  • Experience with HRIS systems such as QuickBooks or NetSuite is preferred

  • High attention to detail with strong data entry accuracy

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

  • Experience supporting onboarding, offboarding, and employee record management

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams

  • Problem-solving mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative

  • Valid driver’s license required

  • Ability to sit for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks such as typing

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about the job they do and eager to contribute to our team. If you are excited by the opportunity to learn and grow, and believe you have the right foundation, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every specific requirement. We value transferable skills and believe that individuals who are eager to learn and adapt can thrive in this role.

Western Utility Telecom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #blue

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area

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