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Portland is a Sanctuary City

Find sanctuary city resources from the City of Portland's Immigrant & Refugee Program, including free legal services and state resources for reporting hate crimes, bias incidents, discrimination, and violations of Oregon's sanctuary laws.

Career Center

Program
Welcome to the City of Portland's Career Center. Below you will find helpful information to assist in finding employment with the City of Portland or other Government entities.
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How to Apply with the City of Portland

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HR Recruitment and Hiring Policies

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Total Compensation and Benefits

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Community Opportunities and Enhancements Program

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Working for Environmental Services

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Working for the City of Portland Facilities Team

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Join Portland Police

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Work for 9-1-1

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Environmental Education Employment

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Nature Day Camp Paid Jobs (ages 16+)

Contact

Bureau of Human Resources - Recruitment

InboxRecruitment@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-3572

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Mailing address

Bureau of Human Resources
1120 SW 5th Ave
987
Portland, OR 97204

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Portland Firefighters

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Events

How To Apply Class - Internal - Current Employees

This is a refresher course for current City of Portland employees, where the City of Portland's online application process, and other important information in the recruitment process will be reviewed.

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Classes and Activities
Available Online
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