LPN/RN

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive array of benefits in support of your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Family members, including eligible spouses, domestic partners, and children, are covered under most of our benefits programs.

• Health insurance (medical, vision, Rx, and dental): We cover most of the cost of health care premiums for our full-time employees; part-time employees have a larger share of the cost. Select from several plan options offering flexibility when choosing a doctor, dentist, or hospital. Most plans include alternative care, complementary care, vision, and hearing.

• Retiree coverage: Continued health insurance for eligible employees upon retirement.

• Paid leave:

  • Vacation: Typically new employees receive 12 vacation days a year; amount varies based on position and increases with years of service.
  • Holidays: A generous number of holidays per year; varies by position.
  • Sick leave: 12 days of sick leave per year (for full-time) with no maximum accrual.
  • Paid parental leave: Eligible employees receive six weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Other leaves: Judicial leave, military leave, bereavement leave.

• Retirement pension: Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting. We pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).

• Deferred compensation: Employees may participate in a 457(b) deferred compensation plan, similar to a 401(k), through convenient payroll deductions. Both pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) plan options are available.

• Life insurance: We provide life insurance at no cost to employees. Employee may purchase additional insurance at discounted group rates.

• Disability and long-term care insurance: Employees are automatically enrolled in a county-paid long-term disability program. We offer short-term disability coverage. Employees in many positions can purchase long-term care insurance at discounted group rates.

• Flexible spending accounts: Option to set aside pre-tax money to cover eligible health and dependent child care expenses.

Flexible work schedules: Depending on assignment, we offer a variety of flexible work schedules to meet employee needs. Bus Pass Program: All regular employees have access to free public transportation throughout the Portland metropolitan area, including TriMet, MAX, Portland Streetcar, and C-TRAN local routes.

Wellness Program: We offer a comprehensive wellness program to support, connect, and encourage employees who are actively developing the personal habits necessary to thrive. Some highlights include:

• Health club discounts and on-site fitness centers.
• Option to receive individualized health coaching and assessment tools through health providers.
• Encouragement and resources to help you make healthy lifestyle choices.
• Employee-led wellness campaigns and challenges to continuously improve our culture of healthy behaviors.

Disclaimer: This is a general description of the benefits offered through employment with Multnomah County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. In the event of any incorrect information, applicable laws, rules, collective bargaining agreements, or official plan documents will prevail. For More Information: Multnomah County Benefits Office.