Do meaningful work.
Enjoy what you do.

We offer a holistic benefits package for you and your family, with heavily subsidized healthcare plans that include alternative care.

At least two comprehensive options for medical, dental and vision coverage (access to plans is dependent on employee group)
Sick leave that never expires and can be used for dependent care, health maintenance and mental health
Employer-paid life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
Participation in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement program

Our wellness program covers all pillars of health – social, physical, mental, financial, environmental and spiritual – with onsite, virtual and on-the-go options.

Named Oregon’s Healthiest Employer (500-1,499 employees) six years in a row
Chiropractic, acupuncture, massage and naturopathic services are covered *
Mental health services and access to counseling are covered
Employee assistance program available 24/7
Well-equipped onsite fitness center, group fitness room and locker rooms
Onsite yoga, strength training, line dancing and other fitness classes
Nutrition seminars and cooking demonstrations
Access to eldercare, childcare, and pet care services

* Dependent on employee group

You’ll receive points to recognize colleagues that demonstrate our core values of leadership, inclusion, service, and safety. Points can be redeemed for merchandise, gift cards and more.

Use our PROPS recognition platform to recognize colleagues easily
Check out the newsfeed to learn about the amazing work of our team
Boost to add more points to any recognition
Receive extra points for service milestones
Redeem points in an expansive digital marketplace or donate them to nonprofit agencies

Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to spend with loved ones and do the things you enjoy.

Many of our jobs offer the opportunity for a hybrid schedule to balance working from home and working in our modern, LEED Platinum building
10 paid holidays *
Annual opportunity to convert sick leave to personal leave *
Annual opportunity to convert vacation leave to cash, a retirement plan contribution or a contribution to a Health Savings Account *

* Dependent on employee group

From deeply discounted TriMet passes to exclusive employee deals at airport concessions and local sportswear retailers, there are many perks to working at the Port.

PORTshare bonus program when our financial and non-financial goals are achieved *
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer
Tuition reimbursement to further education goals
Large bike storage room
Reimbursement for TSA Pre-Check and Global Entry applications
LegalShield™ (pre-paid legal services) and ID Shield™ (ID monitoring and recovery services)
Access to pet insurance to cover companions

* Dependent on employee group

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Our people are the power behind the Port and our vibrant network of employee-led groups helps keep them connected.

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Our Internship Program

We give students an opportunity to apply their classroom education to real-life situations and develop the skills needed for future employment.

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Meet Our Team

Our employees – together with our partners, customers and community – drive meaningful change. See how we move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region.

Making Space for Housing Innovation at Terminal 2 with Tuyo Development

A New Roadmap for East Multnomah County

Ken Anderton on How the Port of Portland Is Tackling Oregon’s Housing Crisis

Pathways to Prosperity 2025: Breaking Barriers with Small Businesses

Dredge Oregon 2025 Season Kicks Off

A New Kind of Fast Food: Meet Face Plant

How PDX’s Wood Maps and Markers Came to Life

At the Mass Timber and Housing Innovation Campus with NativeWest Corp

PDX Winter Weather Team in Action

Lost and Found Team Connects People and Possessions

The Ch’ak Ch’ak Trail Opening – Connecting Nature & Communities

Dredge Oregon launches 2024 season

Investing in mass timber and housing manufacturing innovation

Dredge Oregon launches 2024 season to keep Columbia River safe for ships

The power behind the Port? Our employees.

Centering the East County Community

Dave Stanton - Port of Portland Construction Safety Manager

Alice Pence - Port of Portland GIS Analyst

Building representation and access through art at PDX

Using Technology to Promote Gender Acceptance and Inclusivity at the Port of Portland

"Innovative, forward-thinking and modern aren't usually words that spring to mind when you think of government. At the Port, we move with purpose, building shared prosperity for our region and challenging assumptions every day."

Curtis Robinhold, Executive Director

"I started as an intern in Human Resources, and am thankful for the mentorship, hands-on experience and lots of fun memories that led to an opportunity on the Talent Acquisition team. Now I have the best job welcoming new employees and sharing everything the Port has to offer."

Yessenia Carlos, Talent Acquisition

"I see maintaining my health as a non-negotiable. The Port is an excellent partner in this effort by providing a great work-life balance setting through wellness programs and giving employees access to the fitness center just minutes from our desks."

John Bravard, Engineering

"I’m proud to be in a place where learning is not a singular, unconnected event that happens once, but instead is cultivated through a variety of channels that continuously feed our minds and build our skills."

Heather Chao, Human Resources

"Meeting the community where the community gathers is important to building relationships with residents and businesses. We love getting out and learning!"

Emily Bower, Economic Development

"Recognized for our worth in physical, emotional, financial, and social spheres, we're valued... and our benefits prove it. From essential provisions like health insurance, retirement benefits, and tuition reimbursement to a range of additional perks, the Port ensures your well-being every step of the way."

Charli Sand, Information Technology

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