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    M ay 7, 1997 • Tin P ortland O»* i k \ i k
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Employment
Airline
Fleet Service
An exciting opportunity awaits
you @ H orizon A ir, the
Northwest’s leading regional
airline. Individuals committed
to customer svc. & enjoy wkg
outdoors in a team enviort are
needed to fill current reserve
positions w/future opportunity
for PT & FT status @ our
Portland location. Resp inclu:
clean int/ext of aircraft & other
duties as assigned. HS dip or
GED; ability to lift 50+lbs; valid
drivers license; ability to op­
erate manual transmission &
comfortable working heights.
Ability to work flex shifts
(weekends, holidays & grave­
yard) req’d. Starting wage
$5.50/hr. We offer a comp
ben pkg incl flight ben for ees
& their families. Interested in­
dividuals who have not ap­
plied in the last 6 mo may pick
up an app @ the Horizon tckt
ctr @ the Portland Airport, or
@ personnel/svcs office, 5605
NE Transport Way, Portland,
OR 97218. No calls please.
Horizon Air
EOE
PR/Community
Affairs
Public Relations
Specialist
Northwest Natural Gas Com­
pany seeks to fill a new posi­
tion
focusin g
on
the
Company’s Community and
Public Relations Plans. This
position will develop and co­
ordinate volunteer/community
programs, public events and
activities as well as liaison
w ith m edia, com m unity
groups and other Company
personnel to best enact com­
munity and public relations
strategies.
Qualifications: Degree/equiva-
lent experience in PR, jour­
nalism, communications or
related field. Min. 3 yrs exp. in
PR or Community Relations
or related work; exp. in en­
ergy industry desirable; PC
skills necessary; excellent
communication skills essen­
tial. Salary range: $3184/
month - $3980/month with
excellent benefits.
Please send qualification letter
and resume by May 9, 1997,
to:
Northwest Natural Gas
HR; Employment - Req. #97078
220 N.W. Second Avenue
Portland, Oregon 97209
Fax: 503/721-2506
An Equal Opportunity Employer/
drug-free, smoke-free work­
place
Driver
Full-Time and part-time bus
driver positions open. Re­
quires minimum of a high­
school diploma or equivalent
and one year experience as a
licensed driver with a valid
commercial driver’s license.
Send cover letter, resume and
proof of CDL license to:
Human Resources
31224 E. Historic Columbia
River Hwy.
Troutdale, OR 97060
As an affirmative action em­
ployer, we are seeking quali­
fied minority, female, veteran
and disabled applicants; how­
ever, all qualified applicants
will be considered.
Responses Must Be Received
No Later Than Friday, May
16, 1997
Attorney
Oregon Department
of Justice
Attorney vacancy in the Natural
Resources section of the Gen­
eral Counsel Division.
Half-time position, but may be
full-time depending on the
needs of the section at the
time of hire. Prefer experience
with law of natural resources,
particularly in areas of endan­
gered species and fisheries
regulation. Experience in wa­
ter law, public lands, NEPA
desirable. Must be OSB mem­
ber at the time of appoint­
ment. T o apply, call (503) 378-
5555 ext. 321, TTY (503) 378-
5938. Application deadline is
5/12/97. AA/EOE
Sergeant,
UO Public Safety in Eugene.
Position responsible for shift
supervision of public safety
officers, conducting investiga­
tions, and ensuring safety of
campus community. Requires
one vpar of police or campus
public safety experience
which included interpreting
and applying laws and regu­
lations; in te rvie w in g w it­
nesses, victims and suspects;
and writing investigative re­
ports. Prefer candidates with
lead officer experience and
those who have completed
BPSST Cam pus Public
Safety course or equivalent.
R equires valid O regon
Driver’s License; good driv­
ing record and acceptable
criminal history. Annual sal­
ary $22,000-$28,000 based
on qualifications/experience;
competitive benefits package.
Application and supplemen­
tal questionnaire available at
Office of Human Resources,
5210 University of Oregon,
Eugene, OR 97403-5210 or
call (541) 346-3159, TTY
Employment
(541-346-0852. Application
deadline 5/14/97. Affirmative
Metro
Action/Equal O pportunity/
Elevator Operator
Americans with disabilities Act
(Portland Center for the Per­
institution committed to cul­
forming Arts) - $6.46 - $7.86/
tural diversity____________
hour, part-time (deadline May
Teacher: 4th Grade
19, 1997). Under the direc­
tion of the House Manager or Experienced using an inte­
Event Manager, greets and
grated, m u lti-disciplina ry,
directs patrons to seat loca­
childcentered approach. Ap­
tions via elevator. Usually
plicants should be versed in a
scheduled to work at facilities
problem-solving, manipula­
of the Portland Center for the
tive-based approach to math,
Performing Arts which in­
a literature based whole lan­
cludes: the Arlene Schnitzer
guage reading and a process
Concert Hall, Civic Audito­
approach to writing. An abid­
rium, and the New Theater
ing love of children and learn­
Building.
ing as well as an ability to
Secretary (Metropolitan Expo­
work in a team is essential.
sition-Recreation Comm is­
Submit cover letter & resume
sion) - $11.12 - $14.21/hour,
by May 12th to: HR Manager,
full-time (deadline May 16,
Catlin Gabel School, 8825 SW
1997). An employee in this
Barnes Rd, Portland, OR
position performs a wide vari­
97225
ety of responsible secretarial Equal opportunity employer
and clerical duties in support
of management, professional
Sales/Advertising
and technical staff; and to pro­ No Exp Nec!
vide general information and Flex Day Hours
assistance to the public.
Whether you’re new to the ad­
Resumes are not accepted.
vertising field or an experi­
Required application materi­
enced pro, you can have a
als available at: Metro Hu­
rewarding career with Getting
man Resource Division, 600
To Know You, a unique
NE Grand Avenue; Oregon
women-oriented adverting co.
Convention Center, 777 NE
Car req’d.
Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd.; * Earn $20-$75K
the Urban League, 10 N * Paid Training
Russell; or the Northeast * Excellent Benefits
Workforce Center, 4106 N * Growth Potential
Vancouver Ave. If you wish * Auto Reimbursement
application materials mailed * 401K 7 Stock Ownership Plan
to you, call (503) 797-1570. Mrs. Forest
W eb
add re ss:
h ttp :/// 1-800-345-1123
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metro
AA/EEO Employer
W h e n it com es to
k eep in g O r e g o n healthy,
w e couldn't care more.
O H S U lO H S U
Secretary
OHSU ‘
Oregon Health Sciences Uni­
versity is accepting applica­
tions for a Secretary in the
Clinical Transplant Depart­
ment. This position is an vital
part of the Clinical Transplant
Department and is respon­
sible for scheduling, order
entry, preparation of confer­
ence materials, and data en­
try for the department.
The successful candidate will
need to have the following
skills and experience to be
considered for position
#96001: one of general office
experience or a certificate in
office occupations or office
technology. Proficiency in
m edical
term in olo gy,
WordPerfect for Windows,
computerized scheduling and
multi-line phones. Medical
office, hospital, or clinic expe­
rience is preferable.
To apply: please reference po­
sition #96001 on your OHSU
application and resume (re­
sumes will be returned to ap­
plicant if application is not in­
cluded). Applications can be
obtained at the OHSU, HR
Office located at 2525 SW
Third Ave, Portland, OR. or
send Resume And OHSU
application to OHSU HR,
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park
Rd, Portland, OR 97201. You
can also visit us at are Web
Site www.ohsu.edu.
Standard EEO.
OHSU
Since 19 4 1, Blue Cross and Blue Shield o f Oregon has relied on the efforts o f our exceptional
“Secretary, Medical”
w orkforce to discover innovative routes to supenor health care Solutions like wellness
OHSU
programs, physician-directed care and assistance to unmsurable Oregonians. O u r people
Oregon Health Sciences Uni­
versity is currently accepting
applications for a Secretary
in the Echo/EKG Department.
This position is an important
part of the Echocardiography/
Electrocardiography Labora-
tory/Cardiovascular Services
Department and provides ad­
ministrative and secretary
support including correspon­
dence, scheduling, report
generation, and purchasing
of supplies and equipment.
The successful candidate will
have the following skills and
experience to be considered
for position #41008: one year
of general office experience
or a certificate in office occu­
pations or office technology;
good understanding of medi­
care regulations; CPT and
ICD-9 coding; medical termi­
nology and transcription. Ex­
cellent office and computer
skills. Previous medical of­
fice and billing experience
preferred.
To apply: Please reference po­
sition #41008 on your OHSU
application and resume (re­
sumes will be returned to ap­
plicant if application is not in­
cluded). Applications can be
obtained at the OHSU, HR
Offices located at 2525 SW
Third Ave, Portland, OR. or
send Resume And OHSU
application to OHSU HR,
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park
Rd, Portland, OR 97201. You
can also visit us at are Web
site www.ohsu.edu.
Standard EEO
understand that while quality often has a pnce. efficiency and intelligent strategies can keep
costs to a minimum. If bettering the quality o f life in Oregon sounds like a worthw hile pursuit
to you. consider o u r possibilities.
M e d ic a l M a n a g e m e n t C o o rd in a to r I
(Job #5030)
You w ill receive and review information relating to requests fo r preauthonzation o f skilled
nursing facility, surgical procedures, home health care, home infusion therapy and hospice
services. You must have at least three years' active practice expenence in a hospital setting o r
have a recent preauthonzation.
S e n io r Business A n a ly s t
(Job # 9 7 - 1 15)
As p art o f o u r Shared Services Center, you will perform system studies on an organization-
wide basis. You must have a minimum o f six years o f expenence w ith an emphasis in protect
management five o f which must be in data processing. A college degree is desired including
course w ork in mathematics and com puter science. Human resources o r payroll processing
knowledge is required.
C la im s A nalysts
(Job # 9 7 - 114)
Blue Cross Blue Shield o f O regon H M O has immediate opportunities fo r Claims Analysts. You
will analyze and enter claims information into o u r automated Claims Administration System
(CAS) fo r o u r Claims Training D epartm ent You must have a High School diploma (or
equivalent) and possess a certificate in Medical Terminology. Knowledge o f ICD9 and CPT IV
coding is required as is one year o f expenence working in a doctor's office, hospital o r other
medical facility
M e m b e r S ervices R e p re s e n ta tiv e
(Job # 9 7 -1 IO)
As part o f our Member Services D epartm ent you will provide accurate and timely information to
our customers regarding benefits, contract administration, eligibility, claims payments and denials
You must have at least one year o f expenence in customer relations (within the last tw o years)
and knowledge o f medical and dental terminology.
W e offer competitive salanes and benefits package. Pre employment drug screening is
required, and we support a smoke-free w o rk environm ent For more information about
career opportunities, call our J o b I n f o r m a t io n L in e : I - 8 0 0 - 2 3 1 - 16 17 o r v is it o u r
w e b s ite a t h t tp ://w w w .b c b s o .c o m . To apply, please indicate |ob # at the to p o f your
resume o r cover lette r and submit to: B lu e C ro s s B lu e S h ie ld o f O r e g o n H M O ,
H u m a n R e s o u rc e s , P. O . B o x 1 2 7 1 , P o r t la n d , O R 9 7 2 0 7 - 1 2 7 0 ,T D D # ( 5 0 3 ) 2 2 5 -
4 7 8 0 . W e are strongly com m itted to equal opportunity in all phases o f employment.
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
of Oregon
Multnomah
Education Service
District
Job Information Hotline
257-1510
257-1599 TDD
An Equal Opportunity Employer
& Drug Free Work Place
Moving Sale
• New, White Kenmore
Stove & Hood
• Rocker, love Seat
• 5000 BTV. Air Condition
• Bar and 3 Chair Back Stools
• 57 in Color (Sony) TV
• Other Misc.
5118 N.E. Jarrett St.
Phone: 282-6390
Employm ent
“Production
Manager, Printing
Department”
OHSU
Oregon Health Sciences Uni­
versity is currently accepting
applications for a production
Manager in the Printing De­
partment. This position is an
integral part of the Printing
Department and oversees the
printing and bindery function
at OHSU.
The successful candidate will
have the following skills and
experience to be considered
for UPAR 7951: a minimum of
5 years printing and 2 years
su p e rviso ry and printing
equipment repair experience.
This position needs to have
the knowledge to do all the
prepress work from camera,
stripping, and plate making
through to finish product. Also,
they will need to be able to
manage production and qual­
ity control of staff in the print­
ing and Bindery Departments.
To apply: Please reference
UPAR 7951 on your OHSU
application and resume (re­
sumes will be returned to ap­
plicant if application is not in­
cluded). Applications can be
obtained at the OHSU, HR
Offices located at 2525 SW
Third Ave, Portland, OR. or
send Resume And OHSU, HR
Offices located at 3181 SW
Sam Jackson Park Rd, Port­
land, OR 97201. You can also
visit us at are W eb site
www.ohsu.edu.
Standard EEO.
. / n Oregon, opportunity means
g r e a t b e n e fits , c o m p e titiv e
s a la rie s , and a large v a rie ty of
c a re e rs a v a ila b le s ta te -w id e .
C urrently, ope n ing s e x is t in the
follow ing agencies:
OREGON DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION
Oregon Department of Transportation
(OOOT), is known throughout the
nation as a progressive govern­
m ent agency and as a leader in
team developm ent and perfor­
mance measures. ODOT is respom
sible fo r the coordination o f
transportation programs between
and am ong all governm ental
organizations within the state. We
have Immediate opportunities for
Engineering Specialist 3
(Contract Services Specialist)
.-
H -’ -k fV : ° O I
H
Salem. Will assist field engineering crews
w ith contract a dm inistration. Perform s
a n d /o r provides assistance on change
orders, force account subcontracts, contract
paym ents, and contract docum entation.
Requires
an A s so cia te's degree in
Engineering Technology from a recognized community college or technical
school of engineering and four years of experience directly related to
engineering; OR five and o n e tia lf years (66 mos.) of sub-professional
engineering experience. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture,
Geology, Mathematics or Physics may be substituted for the Associate's
degree in Engineering Technology. Salary $ 1,9 35 to $2,6 42 a month plus
benefits. Completed application materials m ust be received by May 19,
1 997. Announcement #OCDT7151. Call (5 0 3 ) 9 8 6 4 0 3 0 (TTY 5 0 3 9 8 6
the following positions:
Transportation Engineer
(Urban Hydraulic Engineer)
We are seeking a Professional
Engineer for vacancy in Salem. This person will be the Oregon Department
of Transportation's expert in urban hydrology and hydraulics and the lead
designer for erosion prevention, sediment control and storm water quality.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in civil or transportation related Engineenng;
and four years o f professional-level experience in the practice of
transportation engineering; OR seven years o f engineering experience.
Three of the seven years m ust have been performing professional-level
engineenng duties equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 1. Registration
as a Professional Engineer (PE) Is required. Salary $3,1 56 to $4,315 a
month plus benefits. Completed application materials m ust be received by
May 23, 1997. Announcement #0CDT7251. Call (5 0 3 ) 9 8 6 4 0 3 0 (TTY
385 4 ) to request application packet.
Public Service Representative 4
(Reid Permit Analyst)
We are seeking m otivated, experienced individuals w ith strong
communication, analytical and computer skills for challenging positions in
Portland, Woodburn and Klamath Falls. You will regulate, direct, educate
and provide technical assistance to effect compliance with m otor carrier
laws, rules and regulations. Requires three years of experience performing
public contact/custom er services duties. At least two years of this
experience m ust include dealing with the public, in person or by phone,
providing Information about services and programs; explaining rules,
programs and procedures; or providing assistance, explaining requirements
and gaining compliance. Salary $1,8 69 to $2,4 87 a month plus excellent
benefits. Completed application materials m ust be received by May 22,
1997. Announcement #0CDT7169. Call (5 0 3 ) 9 8 6 4 0 3 0 (TTY 5 0 3 9 8 6
385 4 ) to request application packet.
For other OOOT opportunities c a l our Recruitment XfflUNE at (503) 9863847.
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
503-986-3854) to request application packet.
Principal Executlve/Manager E
(Assistant Administrator)
Principal Executlve/Manager C
(Technical Signal Services Manager)
We are seeking an Individual with strong leadership skills for position in
Salem. Will manage the operations and activities of the Traffic Signals
Services Unit engaged In complex activities related to the construction and
maintenance o f state highways. This position Is accountable for the proper
maintenance of traffic control equipment. Requires five years of expenence
in supervision, staff-technical or professional-level work related to
transportation. This experience m ust have Included at least one year of
project leader responsibility involving one or more of the following areas: a)
development of program rules and policies; b) development of long- and
short-range goals and plans, c) program a nd/or project evaluation, or d)
monitoring and controlling, or preparing a budget. A related Bachelor's
degree may substitute for up to three years of the required experience, but
not the one year o f specialized experience. Registration as a Professional
Traffic Engineer Is preferred. Salary $2,7 73 to $3,9 04 a month plus
benefits. Completed application materials m ust be received by May 27,
1997. Announcement #OCDT725O. Call (5 0 3 ) 9 8 6 4 0 3 0 (TTY 5 0 3 -9 8 6
The Oregon Department of Justice has immediate openings in Salem for
two Principal Executive Manager E positions, with reclassification pending
the F level. Each o f these positions is an Assistant Administrator and acts
as deputy to the Support Enforcement Division’ s Administrator and
participates as a member of the division's executive team. They provide
direction for, and manage, respectively the division's operations and the
division's policy and program services. Requires three years of upper level
management experience. Graduate level courses In management may be
substituted for one year of the required experience. Monthly salary range:
$3 7 18 to $5,2 32 . Obtain S tate of Oregon application (PO 1 00 ) and
recruiting announcement # 11970343 at any Employment Departm ent
office, or ca ll (5 0 3 ) 3 7 6 5 5 5 5 ext. 322, TTY (5 0 3 ) 3 7 6 5 9 3 8 In Salem,
or access via th e Internet at h ttp ://w w w .d a s .s ta te .o r.u s /J o b s /. Filing
deadline for current vacancies is 5 /2 7 /9 7 .
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Data Base Analyst
3 8 5 4 ) to request application packet.
The Office o f Medical Assistance Programs, DHR has a vacancy for an
Innovative person w ith experience in designing, im plem enting and
Transportation Engineer 1
(Foundation Design Engineer)
w e are seekirg an engineer for a vacancy in Salem. Will perform geotechnical
P - A/R, Part-Time - Excel/
/licrosoft word skills neces-
:ary. Detail oriented. Send re­
sume to Human Resources,
intercom , 4614 SW Kelly,
’ ortland, OR 97201. Equal
Opportunity Employer,
om otion D irector - Coordi-
iate and implement on-air pro­
notions, on-site evens, press
elations. Strong organiza-
:ional and computer skills. 3
/ears prom otion/m arketing
experience. College degree
areferred. Send resume to Hu­
nan Resources - KGON Ra­
dio, 4614 SW Kelly, Portland,
OR 97201. No phone calls
please. Equal Opportunity
Employer.
' H
'f : -I
We are seeking applicants for position In
engineering of routine projects and prepare foundation design
recommendations. Requires a Bachelor's degree in civil or transportation-
related engineering AND one year of professionaHevel experience in the practice
of transportation engineering; OR four years of engineering expenence. One of
the four years m ust have been performing professionaHevel engineering duties.
A FundamentalsTrvEngineering (FE/EfT) certificate Is required. Salary $2,353 to
$3 219 a month plus benefits. Completed application materials must be
received by May 2 3 ,1 9 9 7 . Announcement #0CDT7249 C al (5 0 3 ) 9 8 6 4 0 3 0
(TTY 5 0 3 -9 8 6 -3 8 5 4 ) to request application packet.
maintaining data base systems and resolving operational problems with the
system. This position supports ad hoc data analysis for the Oregon Health
Plan Budget Unit. This person will implement data base design, use
diagnostic programs to monitor performance of the data base and make
modifications to m aintain the integrity and efficiency o f the operation.
Provides technical assistance and information and establishes guidelines
and standards for users. To qualify: you m ust have 1 year o f experience In
program m lng/system s, analysls/deslgn, or user support (equivalent to a
Systems Analyst, Programmer Analyst, or User Support Analyst) In a large
scale system which included a) diagnosing and resolving data base
management problems, b) defining user requirements; and c) providing
technical advice to programmers and analysts. Salary range Is $2,7 32 to
$3,6 43 per month and Includes an excellent benefit package. To apply:
obtain S ta te of Oregon announcem ent P L E 9 5 0 4 7 7 C and application from
Public Information Representative 1
(Communications Analyst)
We are seeking an individual with strong communication and analytical
skills for position in Salem. Will research, develop, advocate for and
Implement new communications technologies to Improve agency Internal
and external communications; and assist the Oregon Transportation
C om m ission, C om m unications Branch and Oregon D epartm ent of
Transportation (ODOT) in the research, development, planning and
implementation o f communications surveys, strategies, technology and
tools. Requires three years of experience gathering Information, writing
a n d /o r producing materials, presenting Information to the public, and public
relations. One year of this experience m ust have included responsibility for
press releases or interaction with the news media. Salary $ 2 ,0 6 0 to
$ 2 ,7 3 2 a month plus benefits. Completed application materials m ust be
received by May 23, 1997. Announcement »0CDT7252 Call ( 5 0 3 ) 9 8 6
4 0 3 0 (TTY 5 0 3 9 8 6 3 8 5 4 ) to request application packet.
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a local Oregon Em ploym ent D epartm ent office or m oat s ta te agency
personnel offices. If you have a disability and need an alternative form at
In order to com plete th e application form, you m ay call th e Exam Unit at
( 5 0 3 ) 3 7 6 2 1 3 0 or TTY ( 5 0 3 ) 3 7 6 4 7 6 2 for th e hearing Im paired to leave
a m essage about th e alternative form at needed. Applications m ust be
received by May 2 3 ,1 9 9 7 .
J / h e s e are Just some of the current openings available v/tth the State of
Oregon. For additional Ink rmatlon, a copy of the State of Oregon Application
Form and more complete announcement listings, call the S tate Jobllne
(Oregonian Inside Line) (5 0 3 ) 2 2 6 5 5 5 5 # 7 7 7 7 , TTY (5 0 3 ) 3 7 6 4 6 7 2 , visit
your
local Em ployment
D epartm ent,
or log onto our w eb
site
at
h ttp ://w w w .d ash r.itate.o t.u s/Jo b s /. The S tate of Oregon and a# Its divisions
are proud to be equal opportunity employers.
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