Company Overview
Our mission is to provide excellent and cost-effective services that support healthy, peaceful, safe, and sustainable communities; and encourage meaningful participation in community activities and County governance.

Our Guiding Principles
In fulfilling our responsibilities to the public, Board of Commissioners, and organization we commit to the following guiding principles:
  • Teamwork - We commit to collaborative and supportive relationships within the Division and to our customers. Open, constructive communication and problem solving will guide our professional relationships with one another. We accept conflicting ideas and perspectives as healthy and work to identify common goals and objectives.
  • Mission and Performance Directed - Pursuit of our mission is guided by the active management of individual and team performance. This includes active use of the performance evaluation process and the development of annual workplans.
  • Diversity - We treat all people with dignity, honesty and respect. We will demonstrate through our actions an understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity and individual differences. We will not tolerate harassment or discrimination.
  • Honor and value of public service - We believe in the honor and value of public service. Because of the unique responsibilities entrusted in us, we commit ourselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct and we accept full accountability for our actions.
Our Community
Additionally, Washington County and the Portland metropolitan area are nationally recognized as being among the most livable areas in the country. Located on the western edge of Portland, Washington County has approximately 530,000 citizens; enjoys the benefits of a healthy urban and rural environment, and is only an hour's drive from the beach and the mountains and a half-hour to downtown Portland. The community is one of Oregon's most ethnically diverse. The result of that diversity is that residents and institutions alike reflect a global perspective.


Grow Your Career With Washington County
Washington County offers you the opportunity to lead the future for our community through public service. Washington County is committed to providing you and your eligible family members a competitive benefits package. Washington County currently provides medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible family members. Please refer to the link below for information regarding our benefits. Employment Opportunities 

Why work for Washington County?
Washington County is committed to empowering employees to bring our citizens the best that public service has to offer!


Washington County is also committed to providing you and your eligible family members a competitive benefits package. Washington County currently provides medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible family members. Please refer to the link below for information regarding our benefits.

Benefits of employment include:
  • PERS/OPSRP (Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan). We provide one of the region's best pension plans!
  • Optional deferred compensation plan for retirement. 
  • Generous health insurance and paid leave benefits. 
  • Opportunities for professional career growth and a strong tradition of public service that brings out the best in our workforce.

Washington County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from community health to urban planning. Please visit our homepage to explore our departments and divisions.

COVID-19
In the battle against COVID-19, Washington County continues to help many families and individuals with the supplies and instructions to stay safe. We have gathered stories from those willing to share and you can watch them on our YouTube. These stories can help spread the word about how Washington County has been able to support our community through ARPA funds. Washington County also provides information on when and where to get vaccines and what steps to take in different COVID-related situations. Please visit our website to learn more: COVID-19

 
Company Summary
Name
Washington County, OR
Industry
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000
Phone
(503) 846-8611
Location
155 North 1st Avenue
Hillsboro, OR
97124