Compensation$95,000 - $105,000 per year
SummaryThe Employee Relations & Compliance Partner manages employee relations matters, workplace investigations, workers' compensation, safety/OSHA compliance, training programs, audits, and special HR projects. This role supports a fair, safe, and legally compliant workplace while mitigating risk and promoting consistent application of policies and employment regulations across multiple states.
This position is full-time, Monday - Friday, in-office.
DutiesEmployee Relations & Investigations
- Serve as the primary contact for employee relations issues, including complaints, conflicts, and policy concerns
- Conduct prompt, impartial investigations into workplace conduct and policy violations
- Document findings, prepare summaries, and recommend appropriate corrective actions
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee relations records
Workers' Compensation
- Administer workers' compensation claims from injury reporting through resolution
- Coordinate with employees, supervisors, carriers, and third-party administrators
- Track claim status, return-to-work plans, and modified duty assignments
- Analyze trends to support cost control and injury prevention
Safety & OSHA Compliance
- Support compliance with OSHA and workplace safety regulations
- Maintain OSHA logs and safety documentation
- Coordinate incident investigations and corrective actions
- Participate in safety audits, inspections, and related initiatives
Policy, Compliance, & Multistate Regulations
- Interpret and apply company policies and employment regulations consistently
- Support compliance across multiple states, including California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho
- Assist with policy updates, implementation, and communication
- Identify compliance risks and recommend improvements
Training
- Coordinate and deliver training related to employee relations, workplace conduct, harassment prevention, safety, and compliance
- Track and maintain training completion records
Audits & Reporting
- Support internal and external HR, safety, and compliance audits
- Prepare documentation, reports, and metrics for leadership review
Special Projects
- Lead or support HR-related special projects, process improvements, and compliance initiatives
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support organizational goals
QualificationsRequirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of HR experience with a focus on employee relations, workers' compensation, and compliance
- Working knowledge of employment laws, OSHA, and workers' compensation regulations
- Familiarity with multistate regulations (CA, OR, WA, ID)
- Strong communication, documentation, and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment
Preferred
- HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)
- Experience supporting safety programs and compliance audits
Working Conditions - Work in downtown Portland office with occasional site visits - up to 10% travel
- Ability to manage time-sensitive and emotionally sensitive situations professionally
BenefitsCambridge Real Estate Services offers competitive wages, incentive bonuses, medical with an annual HSA employer-contribution to employees' accounts of $4,400, dental, vision, and life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, floating holidays, tuition reimbursement, company events, 401k plan with a 100% match up to a 10% contribution. Benefits vary by position and hours worked.
RequirementsApplicants offered positions will be required to complete:
- Pre-employment background screening
- Drug Screening
Req# 26-40
