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Posted July 16, 2026

Employment Coordinator

Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, United States 97201 Full Time
Reference: 285874093

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/01/2026
Classification Title Human Resources & Organizational Development
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title Employment Coordinator
Department 600300 - HRC Human Resource Center
Position Number D93832
Representation UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE 1
Tenure Status N - not applicable


Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is 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 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, 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.
Position Summary
A critical position on the Employment Team and working closely with the campus HR Partners, the Employment Coordinator will be primarily responsible for entering, maintaining, and auditing employment-related data in the HRIS system; running employment reports; assisting customers through the CRM; and assisting with process automation. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to start their career in human resources!

Fully on-campus during initial training. A hybrid schedule (up to 1 day remote per week) may be considered once the employee is fully proficient and upon the manager’s approval.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School diploma
  • Minimum of 1-3 years of related work experience with a preference for experience in HR
  • Demonstrated ability to perform heavy data entry accurately
  • Exceptional attention to detail and customer service skills
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Excel or Google Sheets and information systems
  • Strong written and oral communication skills including active listening, deductive reasoning, and results-oriented problem-solving
  • Versatile multi-tasking abilities and exceptional time management skills
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check
  • Proficient in basic math calculations and principles
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Proven ability to innovate/streamline processes
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources
  • Experience in analyzing data, employment coordination, higher education, applicant tracking software, and Banner Information Systems
  • Experience working in a highly diverse environment
  • PHR and/or Human Resources Management Certificate
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.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Up to one day remote, after training period and with the approval of the supervisor.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary 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 $43,872.

An excellent benefits 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 total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.


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Posting Close Date
Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Finalists Identified
Application screening begins 07/16/2026
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  1. * How did you first find out about this position?
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    • Indeed.com
    • HERCJobs
    • Urban League of Portland
    • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
    • Oregon Employment Department
    • Social Media
    • Person Referral
    • Career Builder
    • Glass Door
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Professional References
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