Human Resources Executive Assistant

Human Resources Executive Assistant

Salary

$58,723.93 - $77,943.33 Annually

Location

Corvallis, OR

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

26-00077

Department

Human Resources

Division

MANAGEMENT & CONFIDENTIAL

Opening Date

06/16/2026

Closing Date

7/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit:

Non-Represented (Benefited)

Classification:

Administrative Specialist 3

FLSA Exempt Status

Overtime Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

Benton County Human Resources is searching for an exceptional administrative professional to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a track record of establishing collaborative relationships, be highly organized and know when and how to "manage up,"communicate with diplomacy and tact, and have a strong public service orientation. We value personal accountability, high ethical and professional standards, and a great sense of humor!

JOB SUMMARY

The Human Resources Executive Assistant will provide high-level and confidential administrative support to the Chief Human Resource Officer and the department by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, and handling information requests, as well as performing administrative functions such as preparing correspondence, coordinating internal and external meetings and events. The Executive Assistant will anticipate needs and provide administrative support to the director during labor negotiations; performs work on special projects as assigned.

Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.

BENEFITS

Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!

• 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.

$0 Health Insurance Premium!

• Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your eligible family members without additional premium.

• In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account!

• Apart from your deductible, you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications.

• You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year.

• Dependents up to age 26 are covered!

Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!

• After 6 months of employment:
• The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
• The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 3% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.

A free and award-winning wellness program

• Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
• Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
• Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!

100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.

• Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.

Annual salary range of:

• $58,723.93 - $77,943.33
• This position is eligible for up to two salary raises within your first year. An Increase may be given at the end of the 6-month probationary period, depending on starting salary, and at the 1-year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Annual performance-based increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
• Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregons pay equity law.

Have benefits questions?

• Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

• Associate's degree or two years college coursework or related technical training; AND
• at least 5 years of progressively responsible administrative or related support experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.

Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment.

For further information, please click on the link:Oregon Pay Equity Law

Special Requirements

• A cover letter is required to be submitted with your application. The cover letter should describe the top 3 strengths of an exceptional executive assistant and examples from your work experience that demonstrate these attributes.
• Intermediate-level proficiency in the MS Office Suite programs required (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook). NOTE: A skills test will be administered during the interview process.
• Valid Oregon Drivers License, or ability to obtain.
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.

Ideal Candidate

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrate a high attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines.
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective professional relationships with employees and managers.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to

Benton County Human Resources

Telephone: (541) 766-6081

recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov

Working & Living in Benton County

Benton County (pop. 93,053; 679 sq. mi.) is in the middle of the Willamette Valley, with Corvallis (pop. 61,027) as the county seat. Established in 1847, nearly 12 years before Oregon became a state in 1859, the county is the state's fourth smallest in terms of area and medium-sized with respect to population. Corvallis is home to Oregon State University (OSU), the city's largest employer. Most of the rest of the county is farm and forest land, reflecting a much treasured rural heritage.

The quality of life here is very high, a perfect blend of rural, urban, and small town living, with unlimited access to Oregon's coveted outdoor lifestyle. Corvallis is dynamic, safe, and friendly, a thriving college town with many cultural offerings. Portland's world-class urban amenities, major sports venues, and Portland International Airport are 90 minutes to the north, and Eugene and its airport are less than an hour south.

The area offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities year-round, with easy access to the mountains, ocean, rivers, streams, and wilderness. The Oregon Coast is an hour away. Corvallis is a gold-level Bike Friendly Community with bike lanes on 98 percent of the collector and arterial roadways and eighteen miles of multi-use paths. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation ranks Benton County as one of the top three healthiest counties in Oregon.

In addition to OSU, the Linn Benton Community College offers higher education. The highly regarded Corvallis, Philomath, Alsea, and Monroe School Districts serve the county.

Benton County is a home-rule county with five elected officials: three county commissioners, a district attorney, and the County Sheriff.

To learn more about Benton County, please visit https://www.co.benton.or.us.

Working at Benton County

Living in Benton County

How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
• Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
• Answer all supplemental questions.

After you Apply

• You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your Neo Gov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the "My Applications" section.
• Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.

Additional information

• This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• A cover letter is required to be submitted with your application.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.

Helpful links and contact information

Learn more about Benton County

Understanding the County Application Process

Job Interest Cards webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT BENTON COUNTY

Working for the County is so much more than a job. It is a chance to make a local difference - in your own life and the lives of the people around you.

Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, ninety miles south of Portland and forty miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural and major sporting events. Combined with unmatched outdoor recreation, County residents like to say they "have it all". With the Cascade Range, eighty miles to the East, and the Pacific Ocean fifty miles to the West - going out for a day at the beach, fishing, hunting, cycling or hiking is all within reach - Benton County truly offers something for everyone.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program is a top priority for the County.

Benefits Package Details

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!

• 11 Paid Holidays + 64 Personal Leave Hours (for Exempt Employees) + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.

• $0 Health Insurance Premium!

• Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.

• In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account!

• Apart from your deductible, you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications.

• You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year.

• Dependents up to age 26 are covered!

• Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!

• After 6 months of employment:

• The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!

• The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 3% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.

• A free and award-winning wellness program

• Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.

• Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.

• Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!

• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($10,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.

• Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.

• Have benefits questions?

• Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov

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Employer Benton County (OR)

Address 4500 SW Research Way

Kalapuya Building

Corvallis, Oregon, 97333

Phone 541-766-6081

Website https://www.bentoncountyor.gov/