Job Details

Drive Impact. Inspire Change.We're looking for a visionary leader to guide our Human Resources and Risk Management programs with innovation, integrity, and purpose. If you're passionate about building resilient teams, fostering inclusive workplaces, and shaping strategic initiatives that serve both employees and the community—this is your opportunity to lead. Join us in building a workplace where people thrive—and where your leadership as Employee Resource Center Director can make a lasting difference.
THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED
The next review of applications will take place:
Friday, October 10, 2025, at 5 p.m. P.T.
Salary Range: $142,126.40 - $191,817.60 Annually; $68.33 - $92.22 Hourly
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with flexibility per business need
Benefits: The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits
Bilingual Pay Benefit: This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay. Please see “Supplemental Information” at the end of the posting for more information.
Non-Represented Retirement Program
Upon eligibility, the City will contribute an employee contribution of 6%, as well as the employer contribution, to a retirement program administered by the Oregon Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). In addition, the City will pay a 3% contribution to a deferred compensation program if the employee contributes at least 1%.
Qualifications
When screening your application, the City will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to meet minimum qualifications for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience
Six years of professional experience in human resources and risk management including experience in employee and labor relations, recruitment and selection, performance and development, human resources information systems, benefits administration involving financial management of self-insured programs, and including three years of supervisory experience.
Education/Training
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, public administration, law, management, organizational development or communications, business or public administration, or a related field. Master's degree in the above areas or related field is preferred.
Certifications
Human Resource and/or Risk Management related certification such as PHR, SPHR, CHRP, PRM, CRMP is preferred.
License
Valid Oregon driver's license(or, the ability to obtain by date of hire); must pass a driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City's standard. Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license with appropriate endorsements within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).
Background
Must pass a criminal background check.
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Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
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