Human Resources

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The Bureau of Human Resources supports City employees by coordinating the daily operations of the workforce, recruiting and retaining staff, and developing and implementing programs that benefit staff and the City as a whole.
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Get Income or Employment Verification for a City Employee

BHR Resources for City Staff

Open Data & Analytics

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Current City Labor Agreements

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Human Resources Administrative Rules (HRAR)

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About the Bureau

About the Civil Service Board

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Compensation Plans

We Are Better Together (WABT)

Contact

Bureau of Human Resources - Front Desk

BHRcommunications@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-3572
fax number503-865-3288

The Portland Building

1120 SW Fifth Avenue
Portland , OR 97204
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Related offices, programs, advisory groups, and projects

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Classification and Compensation

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Employee Relations

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Health and Financial Benefits

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Labor Relations

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Workforce Recruitment & Training

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Career Center

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CityStrong

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Deferred Compensation

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Retiree and COBRA Healthcare & PERS

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Civil Service Board

Events

How To Apply Class

Course participants will gain an understanding of the City of Portland's online application process, and learn other important information.

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Classes and Activities
Available Online

December 15th, 2023, The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of OR , 2023 Annual Celebrate PACCO @ The Ritz Carlton| 812 SW Washington St Suite 550| Portland, OR 97205|

The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO) is an inclusive community dedicated to empowering economic resiliency, affordable sustainability, and purpose-driven global commerce. We focus on creating opportunities for socially and economically disadvantaged communities.

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Community Event

January 15, 2024, The Skanner Foundation, 38th annual MLK Breakfast @ Oregon Convention Center| 777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd| Portland, Oregon|

The Skanner Foundation invites the community to share breakfast and celebrate the life, work, and vision of civil rights icon the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. with its 38th annual breakfast celebration.

8:30 am – 10:30 am
Community Event
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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