Oregon Nurses Association
www.oregonrn.org
 

Program Assistant

Based in Tualatin / Portland Metro, OR

 

Position Title: Program Assistant
Department: Government Relations/Professional Practice
Supervisor’s Title: Director of Government Relations/Director of Professional Practice
Status: Non-Exempt 
Assignment Location: Headquarters-Based (Tualatin/Portland Metro)

Hours and travel: ONA works with healthcare workers who work across the state in 24/7 facilities. By the nature of this work, there are times where travel, working nights, and overnight stays are required.

JOB SUMMARY
The Program Assistant (PA) role is an administrative support role for Oregon Nurses Association (ONA). This position may support various departments and other administrative support needs as assigned. Project management is also part of this position. 

PAs must be able to independently organize, prioritize, and coordinate the daily assignments received from staff in a timely and efficient manner in order to meet deadlines and department objectives, while being able to facilitate long-range project facilitation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of three years administrative experience that is relevant to the responsibilities of the position. Labor organization experience strongly preferred. 
• Must possess excellent business writing, editing and proofreading skills with a strong ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The salary is based on applicable years of experience applied to the wage scale outlined in the union staff ’s collective bargaining agreement.

ONA offers an starting hourly range of $33.40 – $51.87 depending on experience. 

ONA also offers an exceptional benefits package including total employer coverage of cost (100%) on medical, dental and vision premiums, as well as employer paid long and short-term disability and life insurance. Opportunity to enroll in 401K plan after 6 months of employment which includes a 3% employer contribution, with additional longevity contributions after 5 years. Union members are also enrolled in a union pension plan. Annual PTO is 25 vacation days, 8 personal days and 12 sick leave days.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND FAIRNESS
ONA is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. 

TO APPLY:
Please send your cover letter and résumé to jobs@oregonrn.org.