11 David Evans and Associates PORTLAND deainc.com Oregon Employees: 321 | Score: 587.21 This multidisciplinary engineering and transportation firm offers a host of benefits including ongoing training and educational opportunities, complimentary or affordable health screenings and nutrition counseling, exercise classes, an employee-assistance program, hybrid work schedules — and an additional month of PTO for employees reaching their 20th or 30th year with the company. 12 Express Employment Professionals TUALATIN expresspros.com Oregon Employees: 150 | Score: 586.97 “The support this company provides to grow you personally and professionally is second to none. I am so thankful that I found my (work) family so quickly after college,” one employee of this staffing firm writes. “There is always an opportunity to grow and endless support from leadership,” writes another. 13 Aldrich SALEM aldrichadvisors.com Oregon Employees: 240 | Score: 586.80 “Aldrich truly cares about its people but also has high expectations of them. This creates a supportive environment for people to grow and excel. Aldrich is also deliberate about setting and communicating its business purpose and strategy, which allows employees to be invested and aligned,” writes one employee of this accounting and business advising firm. 14 Slalom PORTLAND slalom.com Oregon Employees: 130 | Score: 586.50 “Slalom is a company that strives to do good for the people it employs as well as the communities that it serves. Our leaders truly want everyone on our team to enjoy the work that they do and to have a say in the way we do business,” writes one staffer at this business and technology consulting firm. 15 Olsson Industrial Electric SPRINGFIELD olssonelec.com Oregon Employees: 215 | Score: 581.14 “From even my first interview, I haven’t met a person I don’t like. They care about their employees and do whatever they can to take care of them,” writes one employee of this electrical contractor. Another praised the “good atmosphere, great tools and support, great communication, fair pay, good people and safe environment.” 16 Directors Mortgage LAKE OSWEGO directorsmortgage.com Oregon Employees: 146 | Score: 580.07 “My favorite thing about this company is that it is big enough to be a force in our industry and to give opportunities for advancement and professional experiences, but small enough that the culture is that of a small and friendly company,” one employee writes. 17 Rogue Credit Union MEDFORD roguecu.org Oregon Employees: 645 | Score: 579.86 This credit union has on-site gyms — and offers gym memberships to employees who can’t access those gyms. The company also offers relaxation rooms with massage chairs, a rec room with ping-pong, video games and weekly yoga, as well as generous loyalty and annual bonus programs. 18 Parametrix PORTLAND parametrix.com Oregon Employees: 140 | Score: 578.77 “Parametrix is an entirely employee-owned company, meaning everyone has a shared interest in the company’s overall good,” writes one employee of this environmental/ engineering company. “The people are genuine, honest and hardworking. The culture at Parametrix inspires collaboration and is rewarding, engaging, inclusive and fun.” 19 Summit Bank EUGENE sbko.bank Oregon Employees: 130 | Score: 575.75 Perks offered by this bank include Food Truck Fridays, bingo, Secret Santa, trivia nights, barbecues, an annual holiday dinner and a dance. The company also matches employee contributions to local nonprofits up to $250, reimburses $500 toward the deductible on the health insurance plan, and offers a $100 monthly lifestyle account that can be used toward mental health and wellness. LARGE COMPANIES | MORE THAN 100 OREGON EMPLOYEES 100 BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN OREGON JE DUNN IS HONORED TO BE NAMED AN OREGON BUSINESS 100 BEST COMPANY TO WORK FOR IN OREGON In Oregon, Health Care Is Hot In December 2023, the most recent month for which state data are available, Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment rose by 3,900 jobs, according to the Oregon Employment Department. Gains were largest in the following sectors: n Health care and social assistance (up 2,300 jobs) n Construction (up 1,500 jobs) n Retail trade (up 700 jobs) Losses were largest in these fields: n Financial activities (down 700 jobs) n Wholesale trade (down 600 jobs) According to state data, health care and social assistance grew rapidly in 2023, adding 5,600 jobs through the year. The state divides the sector into four components, each of which saw rapid growth at the end of the year. They are: n Social assistance (up 1,200 jobs in December) n Ambulatory health care services (up 900 jobs) n Hospitals (up 500 jobs) n Residential care facilities (up 600 jobs) Oregon’s unemployment rate was 3.7% in December — in line with the national unemployment rate that month. — Christen McCurdy 35
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