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Air Quality Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 1). Full-time, hybrid work optional. Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, Portland, OR.

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Requsition #: REQ-193168. Salary Range: $4,409 – $6,122/month. Application Closes: February 1st, 2026.

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality strives to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable environment that embraces and values diversity. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We strive to be a workplace where we share our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals, and while collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations. We celebrate and appreciate diversity, champion equity, and treat each other with respect and dignity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, or physical or mental disability in the administration of our programs and activities. Visit DEQ’s Civil Rights and Environmental Justice page.

Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Oregon’s environment? If so, please consider a career with the State of Oregon at the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). At DEQ, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Oregon’s air, land, and water.

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has a full-time opportunity available for an Air Quality Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 1) in Portland, Oregon.

Please consider joining an innovative team, and work to advance our agency’s mission to protect and improve Oregon’s environmental quality.

About DEQ!

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is the primary regulatory agency of the government of the U.S. State of Oregon responsible for protecting and enhancing the state’s natural resources.  

The Air Quality Division is responsible for protecting the air resources of the state through program planning and development, industrial source control, motor vehicle inspections, and control of other sources of air pollution. The Air Quality Division administers the federal air quality program, by delegation and approval from EPA, and state requirements.

This position sits within DEQ’s Northwest Region’s Air Quality section. Regions provide the following services: compliance inspection of regulated entities; enforcement of permit requirements and administrative rules; issuance of air, water, and solid waste permits; investigation of complaints; issuance of subsurface permits in counties; response to spills or other incidents with environmental impacts; direct contact and liaison with other governmental entities, industries, and the public; and technical assistance to regulated entities and the public.

For a visual representation of DEQ’s offices and their locations, view our DEQ Offices and Vehicle Inspection Testing Stations map.

What you will do!

You will process permits for well-defined industrial, commercial, and municipal air quality sources where the permit templates need minimal technical input. You will provide assistance to such facilities and perform on-site inspections. When deviations are noted, you will assist in determining compliance with air quality statutes and regulations of those sources. You will investigate complaints and recommend specific actions to resolve those complaints. In addition, you will recommend enforcement to the Northwest Region Air Quality program manager when violations of statutes, permits, or rules are observed and documented.

What’s in it for you!

The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! DEQ cares deeply about employee wellness and benefits. We offer a competitive benefits package that offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year. In addition, we offer membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and you have the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). If you are passionate about Oregon’s environment, apply today! This is a full-time, AFSCME represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, natural resources, physical science, or a closely related field, OR 3 years of experience in an environmental science or natural resources field. Candidates who are most competitive will also reflect the following desired attributes:

  • Demonstrated understanding of environmental justice and the historical impacts for marginalized and underrepresented communities; ability to take personal responsibility for increasing their knowledge of environmental justice and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
  • Experience and knowledge in industrial source operations, compliance inspection methods, and air quality permitting; experience working with ACDP permits and sources.
  • Experience in providing technical assistance to industry, the public, and governmental agencies on environmental laws, procedures, and issues.
  • Experience investigating complaints, documenting violations, writing inspection reports, and writing enforcement referrals.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in MS Excel; demonstrated experience using and maintaining databases.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to write reports and letters that are easily understood by the public.
  • Ability to deal diplomatically with upset or adversarial individuals in person and on the phone.
  • Experience in reviewing and interpreting environmental regulations, laws, and technical guidance.
  • Ability to calculate emissions using a formula and emission factors.

Working Conditions:

DEQ believes in a diverse and inclusive work environment. All employees are expected to contribute to a work environment that collectively values and benefits from respecting its diversity and promotes a culture of inclusiveness.

This position will be based out of DEQ’s Northwest Region office in Portland, however, the successful candidate may be eligible for hybrid work. The logistics of hybrid work will need to be worked out with the Hiring Manager prior to your hire and may be changed at any time given specific job duties and business needs. DEQ will provide necessary hardware (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and cell phone) for an employee to successfully work from home. At DEQ sites, you will have access to a workspace, however, it may be shared with other employees.

This position requires occasional travel for fieldwork, assessments, compliance work, meetings, trainings, conferences, and public hearings, some of which may include evening work, weekend work, or overnight stays. During field work, there may be exposure to pollutants, contaminated soil and water, chemicals, fumes, airborne contaminants, inclement weather, fall or tripping hazards, stairs, and substantial walking.

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Help Your Application Rise to the Top! Your application materials are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your amazing skills and experience. In addition to your related work experience and education, DEQ will use the desired attributes and minimum qualifications above, under the “What are we looking for?” section to determine whom to interview. Please make sure your attributes and minimum qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Interested in hearing about future opportunities with DEQ? Subscribe to our weekly e-mail updates.

Veterans Information: DEQ provides candidate preference points to all eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former). For more information on candidate preference, please visit Veterans Resources. For privacy reasons, please do not attach candidate preference documents when initially applying. Instead, you will be asked to submit those at a later time as part of a future task in Workday.

Equal Pay Analysis: As an employer, the State of Oregon complies with HB 2005, the Pay Equity Bill. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class in the payment of wages, and we do not screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. All finalists have an equal pay analysis completed to determine their placement on the salary scale. Please note: the salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95% (6% goes to PERS and .95% covers payroll taxes). Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

Work Authorization: DEQ does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. DEQ is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Questions/Need Help? If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact DEQ’s Recruitment Team at jobs@deq.oregon.gov or 503-229-5107. TTY users: please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

Community Disaster Program Specialist. Full-time, on-site. American Red Cross, Portland or Salem, OR

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Requisition #: RC85651. Salary Range: not posted. Application Closes: not posted.

By joining the American Red Cross  you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best.  Are you ready to be part of  the world’s largest humanitarian network?

Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!

Job Description:

Joining the American Red Cross is like nothing else – it’s as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world’s largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.

When you choose to be a force for good, you’ll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life’s work with an ongoing mission that’s bigger than all of us. As you care for others, you’re cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):

As a Community Disaster Program Specialist, you will guide, lead and support teams of trained volunteers to deliver comfort and care in times of disaster. You will also create and maintain a foundation of continuous and robust volunteer engagement using established processes and collaborating with volunteer services staff. You will work with volunteers to ensure that the communities you serve are ready to respond to disasters.

Join us in meeting the needs of continuous disaster response! Regional disaster employees are required to deploy to disaster relief operations outside of their region at a minimum of once a year. Deployments contribute to skill building, career development and exposure to different types of disasters. Allowances may be provided for personal circumstances and local response activity. Employees must meet all training and physical capacity requirements for deployment.

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. This role supports 9 counties across the Cascades region. The primary home office for this role is Portland, OR; however, we are also open to candidates based out of our Salem chapter office. 3 days a week on office are required.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities):

  • Empower Volunteers: Facilitate and support a diverse volunteer team responsible for the implementation of volunteer-led disaster cycle services programming as well as ensure disaster cycle services are delivered in a rapid, accessible, and equitable manner, both culturally and linguistically, to meet the urgent, disaster-caused needs of our clients, with a focus on frontline communities.
  • Support the Program: Assist with the successful implementation of either specific disaster cycle services program activities, or a specific disaster cycle services function within an assigned geographic area.
  • Mission Capacity Building: Engage disaster volunteers who are the primary workforce, and representative of the communities they serve, both culturally and linguistically.
  • Engage Community: Support local efforts to prepare and mobilize communities and engage partners to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and emergencies.
  • Manage in a Matrix: Implement plans to meet assigned targets for volunteer engagement and volunteer-led Disaster Action Team response to local home fires or support specific function tasks within assigned geographic area.
  • Know Your Communities: Act as the local point of contact for partners and communities. Partner with local organizations and leaders supporting frontline communities and community resiliency before, during and after disasters.
  • Ready to Respond: Participate in disaster response operations in the region in alignment with the Disaster Cycle Services Concept of Operations, upon completion of training requirements.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications):

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years of related experience.
  • A current valid driver’s license and good driving record is required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to coordinate staff and volunteer activities.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Proven record of accomplishment of collaboration with diverse groups and individual’s representative of all the demographics of this community, managing multiple priorities, facilitation, problem solving, marketing, leadership, and partnership management.
  • Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work outside of regular duty hours including nights and weekends.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Chapter-based positions: Geographic Community Disaster employees are expected to work daily in their assigned geographic area to engage and mobilize communities and support volunteers.
  • Regional positions: Regional leadership and functional employees are expected to work daily within their region’s geographic area to provide leadership and functional support, engage and mobilize communities, and support volunteers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business offices with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Bilingual in Spanish is preferred

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes:

  • Medical, Dental Vision plans
  • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure
  • Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
  • 401K with 6% match
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
  • Service Awards and recognition

Apply now!  Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make your career a force for good!

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
​Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.
 AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners — the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance — launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce. American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations.

Interested in Volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.

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Safety Compliance Officer (Occupational Safety Specialist 2). 3 positions open. Full-time, hybrid work optional. Oregon OSHA. Tigard, OR.

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Requisition #: REQ-191560. Salary Range: $5,325 – $8,148/month. Application Closes: December 22, 2025.

Job Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill 3 positions.

Our mission…

To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon’s consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers’ compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

These positions are with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA). Oregon OSHA is responsible for assuring safe and healthful working conditions for Oregon workers through promulgation and enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, and by providing education and consultation to employees and employers.

These positions are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Recruitment Timeline:

*These dates are approximate and are subject to change.*

Recruitment closes: December 22, 2025

1st round interviews: January 5-7, 2026

2nd round interviews: January 8-9, 2026

Anticipated start date: February 17, 2026

What’s in it for you:

  • Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
  • Colleagues who are passionate about public service
  • Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
  • Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
  • Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

These positions are eligible to telework on a part-time basis once the incumbents have gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.

Here’s what you will do:

As a Safety Compliance Officer, you will conduct safety evaluations and investigations, take enforcement action in a broad range of workplaces to ensure employer compliance with the Oregon Safe Employment Act, conduct technical training and provide abatement assistance for employers and employees.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of these positions, please review the position description.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • One year of experience performing duties of an industrial safety representative or safety officer

OR

  • A bachelor’s degree in industrial safety or occupational safety and health

OR

  • An associate degree in industrial safety or occupational safety and health AND two years of industrial safety or regulatory enforcement program experience

OR

  • Four years of industrial safety or regulatory enforcement program experience

Requested Skills:

  • Strong technical occupational safety program knowledge
  • Outstanding professional communication skills, including verbal and written skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to assist other staff with solving problems
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups
  • Demonstrated skill applying specific well-defined rules and procedures to work performance
  • Demonstrated team player skills, including the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team’s success
  • Experience making decisions independently
  • Preference may be given to candidates who are able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently
  • Preference may be given to candidates who have residential or commercial construction experience
  • Preference may be given to applicants with professional work experience in forestry activities and/or logging

Application information:

  • A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.
  • Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications and requested skills listed above and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
  • You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

  • Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidates will be offered.  The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.  On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.
  • The salary range listed is the non-PERS eligible rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible after 6 months of employment, the salary range will increase by 6.95% and the required 6% employee retirement contribution will be deducted from your pay.
  • The successful candidates must have a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Before an offer of employment, DCBS may request that you provide an official driving record.
  • These positions are subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidates.
  • The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. This information may be required after the interview process, depending on the requirements of the position.
  • 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 check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
  • We hire preferred workers!  For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.
  • The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Helpful links and contact information:

Learn more about DCBS

DCBS Career Fairs and Workshops

Understanding the State Application Process

Help and Support webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at DCBS.Recruiting@dcbs.oregon.gov.

DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.  For more information, please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

Safety Compliance Officer (Occupational Safety Specialist 2). Full-time, hybrid work optional. Oregon OSHA, Eugene, OR

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Requisition: REQ-191558. Salary Range: $5,325 – $8,148/month. Application Closes: December 22, 2025.

Job Description:

Our mission…

To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon’s consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers’ compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

This position is with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA). Oregon OSHA is responsible for assuring safe and healthful working conditions for Oregon workers through promulgation and enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, and by providing education and consultation to employees and employers.

This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Recruitment Timeline:

*These dates are approximate and are subject to change.*

Recruitment closes: December 22, 2025

Interviews: January 5-9, 2026

Anticipated start date: February 2, 2026

What’s in it for you:

  • Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
  • Colleagues who are passionate about public service
  • Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
  • Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
  • Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is eligible to telework on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.

Here’s what you will do:

As a Safety Compliance Officer, you will conduct safety evaluations and investigations, take enforcement action in a broad range of workplaces to ensure employer compliance with the Oregon Safe Employment Act, conduct technical training and provide abatement assistance for employers and employees.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • One year of experience performing duties of an industrial safety representative or safety officer

OR

  • A bachelor’s degree in industrial safety or occupational safety and health

OR

  • An associate degree in industrial safety or occupational safety and health AND two years of industrial safety or regulatory enforcement program experience

OR

  • Four years of industrial safety or regulatory enforcement program experience

Requested Skills:

  • Strong technical occupational safety program knowledge
  • Outstanding professional communication skills, including verbal and written skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to assist other staff with solving problems
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups
  • Demonstrated skill applying specific well-defined rules and procedures to work performance
  • Demonstrated team player skills, including the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team’s success
  • Experience making decisions independently
  • Preference may be given to candidates who are able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently
  • Preference may be given to candidates who have experience working in the agriculture industry
  • Preference may be given to candidates who have experience working in the residential or commercial construction industry
  • Preference may be given to candidates with timber harvesting (logging) experience such as but not limited to feller, choker setter, rigging slinger, chaser, hook tender, yarder operator, processor operator, and/or side rod

Application information:

  • A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.
  • Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications and requested skills listed above and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
  • You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

  • Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidates will be offered.  The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.  On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.
  • The salary range listed is the non-PERS eligible rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible after 6 months of employment, the salary range will increase by 6.95% and the required 6% employee retirement contribution will be deducted from your pay.
  • The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Before an offer of employment, DCBS may request that you provide an official driving record.
  • This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
  • The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. This information may be required after the interview process, depending on the requirements of the position.
  • 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 check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
  • We hire preferred workers!  For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.
  • The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Helpful links and contact information:

Learn more about DCBS

DCBS Career Fairs and Workshops

Understanding the State Application Process

Help and Support webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at DCBS.Recruiting@dcbs.oregon.gov.

DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.  For more information, please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

Internship – Climate Action & Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Benton County, OR

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Requisition #: not posted. Salary: $15.07/hour; 12-hours/week. Application Deadline: December 5, 2025.

Benton County … At Your Service, Everyday. Located in the beautiful mid-Willamette Valley, Benton County is home to approximately 100,000 residents and encompassing 679 square miles. This part-time temporary internship is located within the Benton County Commissioners department, with an estimated start date in late December or early January, 2026.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The position is responsible for helping to research, capture,
organize, and carry out Benton County’s efforts to calculate our carbon footprint, as well as explore and
implement policies and actions to reduce greenhouse emissions. Activities for the position focus on calculating carbon emissions, but also include exploring methods to improve resource efficiency, researching emerging technologies and analytical tools, and engaging staff on sustainability practices.
SUPERVISION: Intern will work under the guidance of the Benton County Sustainability Coordinator III
within the Board of Commissioners Office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties will include assisting staff to:

  • Calculate the County’s carbon emissions inventory;
  • Research carbon emission reduction estimates and carbon sequestration;
  • Provide analyses of options in the County’s Climate Action Plan, which includes identifying innovative
    strategies, goals, and tracking measures;
  • Develop presentation and education materials for County leadership, staff, and the general public on
    climate change;
  • Update the County’s Climate Change websites (training will be provided) with educational materials,
    status of carbon emissions and goals, and related information; and,
  • As time permits, coordinate with staff in the Board of Commissioners Office and other County
    Departments to help support work on additional projects, initiatives, and/or policies.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Proficient in MS Excel or experienced in data entry and management. Reasonable knowledge of and/or
experience with climate change policies, actions, analyses, outreach, and education. Degrees in or related to climate change, sustainability, environmental policy, energy policy, or related areas preferred.
Ability to work independently with guidance; work effectively within a team; communicate effectively both
orally and in writing; and, provide innovative ideas and approaches to move efforts forwa

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter via e-mail or mail by December 5, 2025 to:
Sean McGuire, Sustainability Coordinator
Benton County Board of Commissioners Office
4500 SW Research Way Corvallis, OR 97333
Sean.McGuire@BentonCountyOR.gov

Benton County is in full compliance with the ADA and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workforce and encourages all qualified women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Applications are considered based on qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation.

Paid 2026 Summer Internship – Environmental Health & Safety. Part-time, on-site. Sherwin-Williams, Portland, OR

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Requisition #: 2539737. Salary: $18.50/hour. Relocation expenses are not paid. Application Closes: November 16, 2025. Estimated start date: May, 2026 – negotiable based on when school spring term ends.

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
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At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Job Description

The EHS Intern is hosted by the EHS Department at our Portland, OR site.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the EHS Manager with: 

  • Implementing safety related programs at the site   
  • Employee training   
  • Coordination of safety and occupational health projects   
  • Promoting safe actions throughout the organization   
  • Analyzing accident and incident records   
  • Special projects as identified by the Safety Manager

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.     

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement  

  • Must be enrolled in a college or university at the time of the internship or co-op program 
  • Must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.8  
  • Must have at least one (1) year of work experience using Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and Power Point  

Preferred Qualifications  

  • Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, or related majors 
  • Previous Internship/Co-op experience within Sherwin-Williams.  
  • Previous Internship, Co-op or work experience in a related field   
  • Previous internship or co-op experience in the Sherwin-Williams Global Supply Chain Division 
  • Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc. 
  • Be a rising or current junior or senior in college or university at the start of the internship program 

Other Information

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information, such as national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.

Bilingual (Spanish and English) Agricultural Safety Trainer, Oregon Farm Bureau. Full-time. Salem, OR.

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Organization Overview

Oregon Farm Bureau (OFB) is a grassroots, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization representing the full spectrum of Oregon agriculture. Since 1932, we’ve served over 6,600 farm and ranch families who raise more than 225 commodities using diverse practices across all farm sizes.

OFB gives farmers and ranchers a respected, unified voice in the political and regulatory arenas at the local, state, and federal levels. We advocate on issues including labor, water, transportation, land use, and environmental policy, ensuring agriculture remains viable and sustainable.

Learn more at oregonfb.org.

Position Overview

The Bilingual Agricultural Safety Trainer holds a pivotal role in providing mandatory Oregon OSHA safety training to agricultural employers in Oregon. The primary focus is to enhance and uphold employee safety and health standards within agricultural operations. The role necessitates proficiency in adult training techniques, expertise in Oregon OSHA-OAR Chapter 437 as the “Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Code, Division 4 (Agriculture) regulations. Additionally, an in-depth understanding of pertinent regulations concerning non-discrimination, non-harassment, and non- retaliation is critical.

Ongoing business development and recruitment will also be a key part of this position. Other aspects of the job will likely include meeting regularly and working with designated County Farm Bureau organizations on a variety of issues and other duties as assigned. This is a full-time position with FLSA exempt status.

Reports To: This position reports to the Membership and Organizational Director.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conducting regular safety training sessions for employees, crew leaders, and supervisors in compliance with Oregon OSHA Division 4 regulations, conducted in both English and Spanish.
  • Assistance with resolution of personnel-related problems and resolution of other labor related issues.
  • Developing and customizing training materials, including adaptation of Oregon OSHA Division 4 resources, to meet safety training requirements in both English and Spanish.
  • Vigilantly monitoring updates to regulations affecting safety and health in the Oregon agricultural sector to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base.
  • Growing and developing a safety training customer base.
  • Working with County Farm Bureaus as directed.
  • Traveling to agricultural sites on a consistent basis to deliver safety training in a manner that aligns with the preferences and effectiveness desired by the farm.

Qualifications

  • Fluent in both written and spoken English and Spanish.
  • Exceptional time management and organizational skills, complemented by proficiency in effective adult training methodologies.
  • Possession of essential professional trainer certifications, such as Worker Protection Standard (WPS) Trainer or the ability to secure necessary certifications.
  • Proficiency in the operation of agricultural equipment, including but not limited to tractors with PTO, forklifts, cartridge and hooded respirators, chemical spraying equipment, etc.
  • Proficiency in reading and comprehending Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision, ensuring the timely completion of tasks within budget constraints.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, insurable by OFB’s insurance carrier.
  • Capable of interpreting and effectively conveying Oregon OSHA agricultural safety regulations to facilitate comprehensive employee safety training.
  • Approachable, even-tempered, and open to adopting new training techniques.
  • Willingness to travel throughout Oregon as necessary.
  • Timely submission of accurate monthly reports to Oregon Farm Bureau.
  • Have a working knowledge of safety and health management principles and apply them as appropriate.

Compensation

Salary is negotiable and will be commensurate with experience and skill level. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health/dental insurance, 401k, and vacation.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume’, and contact information for two references to jobs@oregonfb.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information visit http://oregonfb.careers.

2026 Internship (January – June). Tillamook (Oregon) County Health Department, Environmental Health and Emergency Preparedness. Part-time, remote.

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Unpaid position. Gain work experience working remotely and with flexible hours. Application Closes: November 21, 2025.

Tillamook County Health Department is seeking a Masters-level or Bachelors-level intern to support the Tillamook County Health Department’s health coalition, Tillamook County Wellness.  This position will partner with the Environmental Health and Emergency Preparedness committee in addressing 3 priority areas of work: indoor air quality, disaster and evacuation readiness, and extreme weather events.

The committee will be working on these priority areas over the next 2 years starting in January.  January 2026 through June 2026 will primarily be focused on building resources in all three priority areas that can be utilized for public education and incorporation into public health programs.

The successful candidate will help in the searching for and development of materials such as flyers, social media, and website content in the 3 priority areas.   This person may also attend virtual community meetings and other applicable educational opportunities as it relates to this project.

The timeframe for this work is January 2026-June 2026. 

Work will be completed remotely with regular scheduled check-ins via the Teams meeting platform with the Public Health Deputy Director.

A successful candidate will be proficient in the following skills/abilities

  • Online research
  • Good writing and analytical skills
  • Canva or graphic design
  • Proficiency in Spanish is beneficial

Please submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in participating in this project.  Send resumes and cover letters to rockie.phillips@tillamookcounty.gov.  Deadline for submission is 11/21/25, application will be reviewed as they’re received. 

If you have questions about this internship, please reach out to Rockie Phillips, RN Public Health Deputy Director.

Rochelle (Rockie) Phillips, RN, BSN | Public Health Deputy Director

TILLAMOOK COUNTY  |  Public Health

2111 8th St., Tillamook, OR 97141

Phone (503) 842-3931 | Rockie.Phillips@tillamookcounty.gov

Environmental Health Specialist I or II. Full-time, on-site. Deschutes County Health Department, Bend, OR.

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Requisition #: 2025-00147. Salary Range: $5,186.61 – $8,046.13 Monthly. Application Closes: October 29, 2025.

Summary

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
Deschutes County Health Services supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health and safety of the community in a broad variety of community-based settings.

This position is part of Public Health service area, which works to keep people healthy and safe by striving to improve and protect the health of people in Deschutes County. This work includes: disease prevention, surveillance and control; food and consumer safety; assuring clean and safe drinking water; ensuring access to essential health services; providing education about healthy lifestyles; implementing strategies to reduce and prevent high-risk behaviors among youth; and responding to pandemics and emerging threats, outbreaks and other events. 

ABOUT THE COUNTY:

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.  

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB:

This position will perform a variety of technical functions including inspection of licensed facilities and investigation of basic environmental issues and complaints regarding water resources, land use, soils, food safety, air quality, public facilities, and solid waste disposal to protect the health and safety of County residents.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Conducting food service inspections in restaurants, mobile food units, and caterers.
  • Conducting Public Health Plan Reviews for new or remodeled food service operations.
  • Conducting inspections of childcare businesses, school lunch programs, and other licensed facilities.
  • Assist the public with complaints involving foodborne illness and hazards such as lead, radon, mold, and blue-green algae blooms.

What You Will Bring: 

Knowledge of or experience with: 

  • County, state, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances governing environmental health and safety programs, including Oregon Health Authority, Food, Pool, and Lodging, and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality statutes, regulations, and standards.
  • Methods and techniques of inspecting a variety of plans, buildings, and technical documents.
  • Records management and customer service principles, protocols, and standards.
  • Standard and specialized computer software applications.

Skill in:

  • Investigating complaints, inspecting environmental hazards, and researching technical environmental quality issues.
  • Understanding and applying health and safety standards, state and Federal regulations, County standards, policies and procedures.
  • Checking details, estimates, plans, and specifications of projects. 
  • Compiling and reviewing technical data, and developing technical reports.
  • Explaining health and safety inspection regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Providing effective customer service, resolving conflicts, and dealing tactfully with clients.
  • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, citizens, developers, advocates, and regional agencies.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. 

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position’s scope and function.

Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.

Review the full job description by clicking HERE.

Compensation

Environmental Health Specialist I

$5,186.61 to $6,950.54 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. 
Environmental Health Specialist II
$6,004.15 to $8,046.13 per month for a 172.67 hour work month.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

BENEFITS:
Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and well-being services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE(Download PDF reader) for full benefit details.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Public Health, or related field; 
  • AND one (1) year of experience in business computers and customer service; 
  • OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Placement in classifications is dependent upon education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Necessary Special Requirements

Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver’s license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, when necessary, to meet the needs of the department. 

This position requires registration with the OHA’s Health Licensing Office as an Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) or an Environmental Health Specialist Trainee (EHST). Registration as an EHS is required within 2 years of hire. 
Physical Requirements: 
Work is primarily performed in a field setting which may require protective equipment to protect against potential environmental hazards or involve working in uncomfortable conditions for extended periods of time. Ability to walk in rough terrain, stoop, bend, crawl, kneel, reach, stand, lift, grasp, talk, hear, see and to work in sometimes adverse weather conditions. Must have sufficient hand manipulative skills to operate small measuring and testing devices.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply – we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.

If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans’ Preference, please click HERE for information.

Workplace Incident Investigator. Full-time, hybrid. SAIF Corporation, Bend, Oregon.

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Requisition #: R1063. Salary Range: ‎$66,925‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$111,545/year. Application Closes: October 13, 2025.

Job Description

Curiosity is the greatest asset an investigator can bring to the job. If you are always asking questions to understand a situation and can communicate complex details effectively, this may be the job for you.  

 SAIF is looking for an individual who can provide detailed investigations of workers’ compensation claims in Central Oregon. The job includes interviewing injured workers, employers, and witnesses as well as gathering documents, capturing video observations, and collecting other evidence. The goal is to produce an objective report that enables accurate claim management decisions. The successful investigator will be organized, flexible, and self-motivated.  

Please note: The selected candidate must reside and work within 60 commutable miles from Bend, Oregon.  

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate investigation requests to determine action required and develop investigation plans. Identify appropriate questions as needed to gather facts.
  • Interview injured workers, providers, employers, witnesses, and other pertinent individuals by phone and in person to obtain facts needed to complete investigations.
  • Investigate third party and catastrophic losses
  • Make field observations and conduct surveillance to identify activity levels and patterns of injured workers and make recommendations for further investigations.
  • Prepare and submit timely, objective, concise and accurate written reports of findings.
  • Secure evidence and documentation as required to support facts gathered through investigation.
  • Testify and present evidence at administrative hearings and other legal proceedings.
  • Develop and refer relevant information to SAIF’s SIU, third party, return –to work, premium audit, safety services, underwriting and other appropriate SAIF resources and divisions.
  • Participate in internal and external training opportunities to develop and maintain a working knowledge of relevant aspects of workers’ compensation rules, regulations, corporate policy, and investigative related issues.
  • Explore diverse perspectives and consistently behave sensitively toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating. Work effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and/or work styles.
  • This position requires driving a SAIF vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of SAIF. The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence along with an acceptable driving record according to SAIF’s policy.

Recommended qualifications:

  • Three years of investigative experience in insurance claims, criminal justice, or a related field which demonstrates ability to analyze facts and use investigation tools is preferred.
  • Prior experience with workers’ compensation insurance and/or surveillance investigations is preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
  • Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.

Next step

To be considered, please submit your resume with a cover letter by the end of this recruitment. We want your submission to count, so be sure it’s complete.

This recruitment will close on Monday, October 13, 2025.

If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received, this recruitment may close early.

Compensation & BenefitsTypical hiring range:‏‏‎ ‎$75,850‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$89,235.‏‏‎ ‎The pay range for this position is annually based on a full-time schedule. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications & education. 

SAIF provides a wide range of benefits to employees who work at least 20 hours per week, including health care, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and more. For additional information about SAIF’s total rewards, visit our website at: Total rewards (saif.com)

*Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, seasonal, or temporary employment.Full salary range:‏‏‎‏‏‎ ‎$66,925‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$111,545

Veterans

We provide preference to qualifying and disabled veterans. For more information please visit saif.com/veterans.

About us

Since 1914, SAIF has been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and keeping rates low by focusing on workplace safety. Together with our partners, we strive to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work.

For questions related to this job, please reach out to us at jobs@saif.com.

SAIF is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workplace.