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    Page 8.. The Portland Observer...August 12, 1992
Portland Observer
CLASSIFIEDS
Assistant Counsel
Northwest Natural Gas Company,
an Oregon-based gas distribu­
tion utility, seeks talented indi­
viduals for a key team position
on its Legal Staff, reporting di­
rectly to General Counsel.
Essential functions/responsibilities
of this position will be primarily
State regulatory work including
rate case and tariff filings, envi­
ronmental dockets, lease cost
plan work: presentations to Pub­
lic Utility Commission and Com ­
mission staff as well as legisla­
tive bodies will be required. This
position will be most involved in
strategic public policy planning.
Minimum qualifications include a
law degree, authorized to prac­
tice in Oregon, and 4 + years
regulatory work at the State and/
or Federal level. Strong verbal/
written communication skills are
essential; negotiating and advo­
cacy skills will be required. Leg­
islative experience/presentations
will be considered valuable.
Please direct your resume identi­
fying your qualifications for this
Position (Req. No. 92109). in­
cluding a salary history no later
than August 31,1992:
Northwest Natural Gas
Attn: Employment
220 NW Second Avenue
Portland, Oregon 97209
FAX (503) 721-2506
An Equal Opportunity Employer
JOB LINE 503/220-2434
Sales
Sales Manager
Women’s Footwear
Nike’s Sales Division is seeking a
Sales Manager to maximize foot­
wear sales in the Women's cat­
egory business. Duties include
implementing strategies and poli­
cies which support corporate
objectives by acting as a liaison
between W om en's Marketing
and Sales, as well as other divi­
sions within the company.
Qualified applicants will have a
Bachelor's degree in Business,
Marketing or Advertising, or 2
years professional, Managerial,
or account management experi­
ence in sales, marketing or ad­
vertising: minimum of 7 years
experience in outside sales within
the athletic footwear/apparel in­
dustry or comparable experience
(w/out degree 9-10 yrs); in depth
knowledge of footwear, the in­
dustry and key retailers; prefer
wom en's product experience,
marketing, advertising and/or
prom otions work experience;
ability to travel 20% of the time.
Nike offers a competitive salary
and excellent benefits package.
To apply please send your re­
sum e to Human Resources,
ORFS, 3700 SW Murray Blvd,
Beaverton OR 97005. Positions
may close at any time. Nike, Inc.
is a committed Equal Opportu­
nity Employer.
Insurance
Claims Adjuster
Trainees
Corporate Headquarters, Salem
Claims Adjuster Trainees are ex­
pected to provide timely, profes­
sional claims management ser­
vices, including investigating and
evaluating worker's compensa­
tion claims; claims communica­
tions and coordinating claims
processing activities.
Successful candidates will possess
excellent customer service, in­
terpersonal and phone skills;
along with strong oral and written
communication skills. The ability
to function in a team environ­
ment is critical; along with good
analytical, problem solving, de­
cision making, organization and
time management skills. A suc­
cessful adjuster is able to set
work priorities in a high volume
e nviro n m e n t. B asic w o rkin g
knowledge of personal com put­
ers including data entry and word
processing programs and a valid
drivers' license is required.
An A ssociates A rts degree or
equivalent education and train­
ing or work experience that pro­
vides the knowledge, skills and
abilities is required.
Interested individuals are encour­
aged to submit a resume or ap­
plication explaining how their
experience and education meets
the minimum qualifications. Ma­
terials must be received by the
Personnel Division no late than
5:00 p.m., Wednesday, August
19,1992.
SAIF Corporation
Personnel Division
PO Box 988
Salem, OR 97308-0988
FAX# (503) 373-8628
Marketing
Professional association seeks ap­
plicants for the position of Coor­
dinator for Marketing. The Na­
tional Intram ural-R ecreational
Sports Association serves over
2,500 recreational sports profes­
sionals and institutions through
its National Office on the Oregon
State University campus. Duties
include development and imple­
mentation of a national market­
ing plan and advertising for
NIRSApublications, coordination
marketing plan and advertising
for NIRSA publications, coordi­
nation of the annual national con­
ference exhibit show, research,
assisting with national and re­
gional conferences. Bachelor's
degree required, Master’s pre­
ferred, in Marketing or related
field, with a minimum of two year's
experience. Salary range $23,00-
$30,000. Send letter of applica­
tion, resume, transcripts and
have three confidential letters of
reference sentto: Will Holsberry,
Executive Director, NIRSA-OSU,
850 SW 15th St., Corvallis, OR
97333-4145, by September 3,
1992. NIRSA-OSU is an AA.EEO
employer and is responsive to
dual career needs.
Civil Engineering
Assistant I (Water)
Financial Analyst
City of Eugene
Salary Range: $2,432-$3474/mo
Position responsible for highly
complex fiscal, operational, and
policy analysis issues. R e­
searches, analyzes and recom­
mends strategies to enhance
City's revenue base and finance
major capital construction or
acquisition. Requires three to
five years experience in public
finance; accounting, budgeting
or policy analysis and BA in a
relevant field. Closing Date:
September 4,1992. Obtain ap­
plication packet at City of Eu­
gene, Human Resource & Risk
Services, 777 Pearl St., Rm.,
101, Eugene, OR 97401.
(503) 687-5061. AA/EOE
Warehouse Assistant
Private nonprofit seeks person to
assist w/warehousing & distribu­
tion. Resp. for receiving incom­
ing product, filling, staging & load­
ing orders & inventory count. Req
exp in shipping & receiving,
equipment operations able to do
heavy lifting. $15,00 + exc. ben.
Apply at Oregon Food Bank, 2540
NE Riverside Way, Portland, OR
97211 by 720/92. Equal Oppor­
tunity Employer.
City of Milwaukie, OR.
Salary $1873 to $2276 (D.O.Q.)
Full-time position, plus excellent
benefit package. This is a techni­
cal position in the Public Works
D epartm ent involving project
management, engineering de­
sign, drafting and project layout.
R e q u ire s :
R e q u ire s
an
Associate's Degree in Civil Engi­
neering (or related degree). An
Engineer in Training Certificate
is desirable. Must possess or
have ability to obtain by date of
hire a valid drivers license. Two
years of civil engineering project
mgmt, and supervision of con­
tractors is necessary. Experience
must include; civil engineering
design of Public Works projects
in water, sanitary sewers, storm
drains and street; writing specifi­
cations and technical reports,
verbal communication and sur­
veying. Preference will be given
to individuals with strong water
project experience. Apply: City
of Milwaukie, Personnel Office,
10722 SE Main Street, Milwaukie,
OR 9 7222; (503) 659-5171.
C o m p le te d a p p lic a tio n and
supplemental questionnaire must
be received by 4pm, August 24,
1992 to Personnel Dept. at the
above address. Resumes Will
Not Be Accepted. Fax #(503) 652-
4433, TDD #659 5171. EEO
Washington Water
p0Wer
WWP, a diversified energy ser­
vices company provides natural
gas and electricity to customers
in eastern Washington, northern
Idaho, and parts of Oregon and
northern California. The com ­
pany provides electricity to more
than 252,000 custom ers and
natural gas to nearly 160,000
customers through WWP and an
operating division known as WP
Natural Gas.
This position will carry out engi­
neering assignments related to
gas distribution engineering; will
perform assigned duties and re­
sp on sibilities while receiving
guidance in section, department
and company procedures and
training in project planning, de­
sign philosophy, standard prac­
tices and system operations.
Requires: Advanced knowledge or
technical background re p re ­
sented by a Bachelor's Degree
in Mechanical, Civil or Petroleum
engineering.
WWP offers a competitive salary
($2,482 - $3,103/mo), excellent
benefits, and a challenging work
environment. We are located in
Spokane. Washington, a com ­
munity with affordable housing,
a fine school system and easy
access to fishing, hiking, skiing
and other outdoor recreation.
Qualified candidates must obtain
and submit a WWP applications
form along with a resume no
later than Monday, August 24,
1992, to:
W ashington Water Power
*Emp. Department
Po Box 3727
Spokane, WA 99220
Equal Opportunity Employer
If you are out of the Spokane
area, please call toll free 1-
800-727-9170, ext. 4281 to
request a WWP application
form be sent to you.
Restaurant
Burgerville USA
A ssistant Managers
Inconveniently located for most of
America. Yes, we are not every­
where. Only the Pacific North­
west. We began over 60 years
ago and we are unique in other
ways besides our location and
our years of experience.
We need unique, career minded
professionals to join our family.
Assistant Manager's salary up to
$24,000. We provide family cov­
erage for health and dental in­
surance.
If you have a proven track record of
supervising people effective in
either food or retail service, then
we are interested in you Call
Terri Hurley 206-694-1521.
B urgb M lles
Administrative Assistant for a
busy youth serving agency. Po­
sition functions include setting
up and maintaining various data
based reports for Center pro­
grams, typing, word processing,
maintenance of petty cash, cen­
ter supplies and inventory, re­
viewing data for submission to
funding sources, limited billing
and receivables, assistance with
grant proposals, maintenance of
Center coverage schedule, of­
fice coverage, receptionist du­
ties as scheduled, supervision of
paid and volunteer support staff.
Qualifications: Bachelors degree
or equivalent experience in com­
puter science with emphasis in
data management, good writing
skills, valid drivers license, abil­
ity to prioritize and work in a fast
paced setting. Ability to com m u­
nicate with young people and
their families essential. Liberal
benefit package. Send resumes
to: North Portland Youth Service
Center, 7704 N. Hereford, Port­
land, OR 97203. Closing date
August 24. NPYSC is a project of
Delaunay Mental Health Center,
an equal opportunity employer.
* POSTAL JOBS*
Portland Area
$23,700 per year plus benefits,
Postal carriers, sorters, clerks.
For an application and exam in­
formation, call 1-219-736-9807,
ext P-6857.6 am to 6 pm, 7 days.
Educational Assistant,
Multihandicapped
Program
7 hrs day/190 days school year
Salary $10.31/hr
Application Deadline: 5:00 pm,
8/19/92
Requires: High school graduate; at
least 18 years of age; ability to lift
up to 60 lbs; 6 months experi­
ence in a professional setting
working with or training in in­
structing mentally retarded stu­
dents.
MESD applications available Mon-
Fri, 8:00-5:00, or send a self-
addressed, stamped legal enve­
lope, indicating position of inter­
est to Multnomah Education Ser­
vice District, Recruitment Office,
11611 NE Ainsworth Circle, Port­
land OR 97220-9017.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
& Drug Free Work Place
Telecommunications
Telecommunications
Technician
Nike, Inc. has an immediate open­
ing in Beaverton for a Telecom­
munications Technician to as­
sist in the daily repair, mainte­
nance and installations of the
Voice Telecommunication Net­
work, telephone and voice mail
systems. Diagnose and repair
telecomm unications problems;
coordinate and carry out all
moves and changes and ana­
lyze needs and develop systems
configurations.
Qualified applicants must have at
least 5 years experience in the
maintenance and repair of large
telephone systems and telecom­
munications networks; certifica­
tion in the maintenance of Rolm
CBX 8000, 9000 and phone mail
systems required; ability to man­
age multiple tasks, use good
judgment, understand complex
problems and provide innovative
solutions; strong customer ser­
vice skills a must. Please for­
ward your resume to Nike, Inc.,
Employment Center, ORADD,
3700 SW Murray, Beaverton, OR
97005. This position may close
at any time. Nike, Inc. is an Equal
Opportunity Employer
Budget Analyst
City of Eugene
Salary Range: $2432-3474/mo
Assists in the preparation of the
City's operating and capital bud­
gets; provides technical financial
assistance and training to de­
partments; performs programs
and financial analyses; coordi­
nates and/or performs revenue
and expenditure studies; devel­
ops and maintains financial sys­
tems; monitors revenue and ex­
p e n d itu re s fo r c o m p lia n c e
with appropriation act, Oregon
Budget Law, professional stan­
dards, and Budget Committee/
City council intent, and initiates
corrective action when needed.
To obtain experience & training
requirements and an application
packet, contact City of Eugene,
Human Resource & Risk Ser­
vices, Rm. 101 777 Pearl St.,
Eugene 97401. Closing Date:
August 28, 1992. AA/EOE
Paragon Cable
Direct Sales Representative
Digital Music Express
Excellent ground floor opportunity
selling exciting new digital music
technology, demonstrate, sell,
and install CD quality music re­
ceivers. Knowledge of home au­
dio equipment and previous sales
experience helpful. Must be able
to work evenings and weekends.
We offer guarantee during train­
ing, generous commissions, and
benefits to qualified candidates.
Interested parties apply at Para­
gon Cable, 3075 NE Sandy Blvd.
Portland.
$200 - $500 WEEKLY
Assemble products at home Easy!
No selling. You’re paid direct.
Fully Guaranteed. FREE infor­
mation-24 Hour Hotline. 801-
379-2900.
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»? Employment
^Bids/Sub-Blds
Associate Public
Affairs Specialist
Class No 339-0892-PA
Public Affairs
Full-time
Salary: $30.547 - $42,992
The Metropolitan Service Dis­
trict is recruiting for a com m u­
nity Education Specialist to
perform a variety of mid-level
public affairs activities to edu­
cate the public, (grades K-12)
and adults about waste re­
duction issues. Some essen­
tial job duties will include re­
search; develop and imple­
ment school education pro­
grams; develop educational
materials, exhibits, displays
and interactive presentations
for adults; develop and pre­
pare general and technical re­
ports; make presentations to
school children, adults and
teaches; writes materials for
publications; provides waste
reduction information service
to community organizations
and assigned. This position
closes on August 19, 1992.
Applications and supplemental
requirem ents m ust be re­
ceived, or postmarked no later
than 5:00 p.m., Wednesday,
August 19, 1992.
Applications and supplemental
requirements can be picked
up at:
The Metropolitan
Service District
MetroERC and Oregon
Convention Center
Adm inistration Offices
The Urban League
The N. E. W orkforce Center
Metropolitan Service Dist.
2000 S. W. First Ave.
Portland, OR
Oregon Convention Center
777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr.
Portland, OR
Resumes will not be accepted.
AA/EEO Employer
METRO
Utility Worker I
Oregon Convention Center
Class No. 80-88-69-OCC
Salary: $8.15/Hr.
The MetroERC is recruiting to
hire a Utility Worker I at the
Oregon Convention Center for
the Operations Department.
Essential duties will include,
but not be limited to, cleaning
of: restrooms, event areas,
floors, offices, escalators, roof
windows. An employee in this
position will be expected to lift
and carry up to 50 lbs; will be
required to stand, bend, walk,
climb stairs and reach. Appli­
cations are available to em­
ployees and to residents of
the First, Opportunity Target
area. The boundaries of the
Target Area are the Banfield
Freeway on the south, N.E.
4 2n d . on th e e a s t, N.
Chautauqua including Colum­
bia Villa on the west and N.
Columbia Blvd. on the north.
This position closes on A u­
gust 18, 1992. A pplication
materials must be received,
or postmarked no later than
5:00 p.m., Tuesday, August
18, 1992. Application materi­
als can be picked up at:
The Metropolitan
Service District
MetroERC and Oregon
Convention Center
Administration Offices
The Urban League
The N.E. Workforce Center
Metropolitan Service Dist.
2000 S. W First Ave.
Portland, OR
Oregon Convention Center
777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr
Portland,OR
Resumes are not accepted.
AA.EEO Employer
METRO
Counselor/Coordinator
Full time counseling/volunteer co­
ordination position, hours split
between 2 Job Corps centers in
Portland area. S alary range
$18,000 - 19,500. EOE Send
cover letter and resume to:
Women In Community Service
ETA - Job Corps, Room 960
1111 Third Ave.
Seattle, W A 98101-3212
Checkroom
Attendant
(2 part-time positions)
Portland Center for the
Performing Arts
Salary: $6.33/hr.
The MetroERC is recruiting to
fill two part-tim e positions.
This position is open to Tar­
get Area residents only. Tar­
get area applicants applying
for this position must live
within the following bound­
aries: c o lu m b ia V illa and
Chautauqua on the west; Co­
lumbia Blvd. on the north;
B anfield Freew ay on the
south; and N.E. 42nd on the
east. Essential duties will in;
elude checking coats and
hats; collecting checkroom
fees; returns items to patrons;
rents infra-red system to pa­
trons; collects money, cleans
headset following event; acts
as night receptionist for event
by answering telephone and
responding to questions re­
garding event. Does other
duties as assigned. This posi­
tion closes on August 18,
1992. A p p lic a tio n s and
supplemental requirements
must be received, or post­
marked no later than 5:00
p.m., Tuesday, August 18,
1992. A p p lic a tio n s and
supplemental requirements
can be picked up at:
The Metropolitan
Service District
MetroERC and Oregon
Convention Center
Administration Offices
The Urban League
The N.E. Workforce Center
Metropolitan Service Dist.
2000 S. W. First Ave.
Portland, OR
Oregon Convention Center
777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr.
Portland, OR
Resumes will not be accepted.
AA/EEO Employer
METRO
Human Resource
Opportunity
Manager, Recruitment And
Career Services
Personnel And Labor Relations
Division
$3610-$5080
This is an executive service posi­
tion with the Executive Depart­
ment for the State of Oregon,
located in Salem. This position
has major responsibilities for the
m anagem ent of a centralized
personnel system serving 118
agencies with a work force of
over 40,000 employees. Candi­
dates must have extensive ex­
perience in human resource
management or related program
area. Experience must include
m anagem ent of professional,
technical and support staff; re­
sponsibility for developing and
administering human resource
polices for a large complex orga­
nization; ability to bring together
competing interests to achieve
common objectives; and success
in developing creative program
strategies to recruit and retain-a
work force which reflects the di­
versity of the state’s population.
To obtain an application packet
call Lynette Geiger, Executive
Department, Recruitment and ca­
reer Services, (503) 378-3040.
This recruitment closes Septem­
ber 1 1 ,1 9 9 2 ,5:00pm. The State
of Oregon is an EEO employer
and is committed to employing
and retaining a diverse workforce.
Research & Training
Coordinator
New position at distinguished non­
profit. Will evaluate structure &
adequacy of services provided
by statewide network of hunger-
relief agencies. Coord, training
prog, to enhance effectiveness
of services. Req exp in research
& prog eval, development & pre­
sentation of training info, excel­
lent written & oral comm, skill,
a b ility to m a n a g e m u ltip le
projects. $18,000 + exc. ben.
Cover letter & res. to Oregon
Food Bank, 2540 NE Riverside
Way, Portland, OR 97211 by 8/
27/92. Equal Opportunity Em­
ployer.