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Portland State University is Oregon's urban research university located in the heart of downtown. It is ranked as one of the nation's "Top 10 Up-and-Coming" universities by U.S. News & World Report. PSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and 40 graduate programs in fine and performing arts, liberal arts and sciences, business administration, education, urban and public affairs, social work, engineering and computer science. PSU offers more than 226 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. The 50-acre downtown campus—with the motto "Let Knowledge Serve the City"—places students in a vibrant center of culture, business and technology. This allows students to participate in internships and community-based projects in these fields as well as education, social services, and government. Portland State's award-winning University Studies curriculum provides small class sizes and peer mentoring for all first-year students and culminates in Senior Capstones, which take students out of the classroom and into the field, where they utilize their knowledge and skills to develop community projects. The University has taken aggressive steps to enhance the student experience and campus life, with new student housing and a comprehensive recreation complex and remodeled science and performing arts facilities. Portland State also has bolstered academic and career advising and orientation programs and created new programs to support students. Sustainability—initiatives that balance environmental, economic and social concerns—is incorporated throughout the curriculum and across the campus.

The City of Eugene is a service-oriented and welcoming organization that provides services to the community through six departments - Central Services, Fire & Emergency Medical Services, Police, Library, Recreation and Cultural Services, Planning and Development, Public Works. The organization offers a wide variety of job opportunities, great benefits, opportunities for advancement and a supportive, team oriented work environment. We are looking for bright, motivated people who want to work in a challenging and dynamic environment while contributing to the success of their local government. When you choose a career with the City, you will be part of an award winning organization that is one of the most progressive and best managed cities in the United States. As one of the largest cities in Oregon, Eugene has an exciting mix of arts, culture, education, scenic beauty and passion for recreation. Located in the scenic Willamette Valley between the rugged Pacific Coast and the breathtaking Cascade Mountains, Eugene is the county seat for Lane County. With more than 100 city parks, 250 miles of bicycle trails, and numerous lakes, rivers and streams nearby, our community offers a wide range of recreational activities to residents and visitors. Eugene’s mild climate and lush landscapes are just a few of the city’s attractive features. Eugene is a friendly, progressive community with residents who are active and concerned about quality of life issues. Eugene is well-known as the home of the University of Oregon. The University plays a major role in the community, as does Lane Community College and Northwest Christian University. The University brings a cosmopolitan feel to the community, and the collegiate teams have contributed excitement and pride on a regional basis. Living in the City of Eugene offers all of this along with the advantages of higher education, a strong public school system, and a short commute to work.

Portland Water Bureau is a municipally owned water utility located in Portland, Oregon. We provide the highest quality water, customer service, and stewardship of the critical infrastructure, fiscal, and natural resources entrusted to our care.