City of Beaverton: Human Resources

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  1. How do I apply for a position with the City of Beaverton?

    You can apply for job openings using several different approaches:

    • Apply online: Use the Online Job Application System to apply for a position.
    • Apply in person:  Application materials are available in the Human Resources Department on the first floor in the Beaverton City Hall Building. We are located at 4755 SW Griffith Drive in Beaverton.
      (See Directions to City Hall)
    • Apply by mail:  Applications that are submitted by mail will be accepted if they are received by the closing date. Faxed applications will be accepted to meet the deadline. However, you must also provide the Human Resources Department with a signed original.

  2. What happens to my application after I submit it?

    Every employment opportunity is available based on job related qualifications. We strive to honor and respect the diverse values, beliefs, life experience and contributions of one another and the community we serve.

    The selection process includes a completed application and interviews. Because the Human Resources Department evaluates a large volume of applications, the process may at times seem long. The objective is to determine which applicants are best suited to perform the job.

    When the Human Resources Department receives applications for a vacancy, we select those candidates whose backgrounds most closely fit the needs of the job and the City. These candidates’ applications are forwarded to the hiring manager for interview selection.

    Initial interviews are generally in a panel format. If you need accommodations for the interview process, please notify us at the time the interview is scheduled.

    Applications will remain on file for six months. If you have applied for a position that is currently open, we will notify you regarding the status of your application.

  3. Does the City of Beaverton have temporary positions?

    The City of Beaverton frequently hires employees on a temporary or on-call basis for periods of 1,040 hours or less during a fiscal year. Employees hired on a temporary or on-call basis are not eligible to receive fringe benefits or accrue vacation and sick leave. Temporary or on-call employees can apply for available City job openings. They are also eligible to apply for openings that are posted on an “internal only” basis.

  4. What is the compensation program at the City of Beaverton?

    All salaries as stated on job announcements are based on current information and are subject to change. Starting salaries are typically at the first step of the salary grade. Employees receive performance reviews and are eligible for movement to the next step at six-month intervals until they reach step 3. After that, performance reviews and the eligibility for salary increases are on an annual basis. For more information on a particular classification, see the Classification Listing page.

  5. Are the employees at the City of Beaverton represented by Unions?

    There are two employee represented groups at the City of Beaverton. The Service International Employees Union (SEIU) represents most employees that are not in managerial, supervisory or program management classifications. The Beaverton Police Association represents most classifications in the Police Department below the Lieutenant level.

    Employees hired into represented classifications must become and remain a member of the designated union for the classification paying the dues as specified by the union or, pay a fair share of the Union’s costs of negotiation and administration of the contract as specified in the pertinent labor agreement.

    The Classification Listing indicates which positions are represented by the SEIU or the Beaverton Police Association.

  6. What employee benefits are offered by the City?

    The City of Beaverton provides a generous Employee Benefits program to regular full time and part-time (20 hours or more) employees including paid medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision care insurance for employees and covered dependents. The City also provides paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance (AD&D) and long term disability (LTD) insurance. Employees have the option to purchase supplemental life and AD&D insurance.

    The City of Beaverton participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and pays both the employer and employee contributions. Employees have the opportunity to participate in a separate deferred compensation program.

    Employees may participate in a medical and/or dependent care flexible spending account.

    The City provides a Paid Time Off program as well as 10 paid holidays.

We hope that the information provided has been helpful in understanding our application process. We are available to answer any additional questions you may have. Please stop by or call our office Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We welcome your interest in employment opportunities with the City of Beaverton.

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