Human Resources

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City Operations
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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About the Bureau

The Portland Building

BHR Resources for City Staff

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Compensation Plans

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Human Resources Administrative Rules (HRAR)

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Current City Labor Agreements

Access Your Benefits Portal - Active Employee & Retiree/COBRA Employee

Get Income or Employment Verification for a City Employee

About the Civil Service Board

Open Data & Analytics

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, and projects

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Career Center

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Classification and Compensation

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Health and Financial Benefits

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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

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Employee Relations

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Labor Relations

Events

December 6, 2024, Philippines American Chamber of Commerce (PACCO), Gala, 2024 @ The Nines| 525 SW Morrison St., Portland, 97204

PACCO is dedicated to building generational wealth and empowering economic resilience, sustainable affordability, and purpose- driven global commerce, especially for socially marginalized and economically disadvantaged communities. They are excited to invite you to be part of something extraordinary

5:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Community Event

December 12, 2024, National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) Oregon, Holiday Celebration @ 777 NE Martine Luther King Blvd, Portland Oregon

Each year NAMC Oregon brings their members, partners, and NAMC team together to emphasize the community’s extraordinary impact on their industry. This year’s event will include highlights about NAMC Oregon’s successes over the last year, a snapshot of their 2025 plans and recognition of NAMC heroes.

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Community Event

How To Apply Class

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

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Classes and Activities
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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