# Columbia County jobs and careers

> 2 open roles at Columbia County as of October 29, 2026. Source: https://www.thejobsmap.com/company/columbia-county

Four principles form the foundation of the values found within the Columbia County government: service, engagement, connection, and innovation. These principles inspire the county commissioners, departments, and individual employees to deliver excellence in serving the residents of Columbia County. "At Columbia County, we serve with integrity and leadership to provide responsible government. We engage by listening and being proactive to community needs. We connect to build partnerships and opportunities. We innovate with resourcefulness to promote a healthy and prosperous Columbia County." Columbia County is bordered on the east by the Columbia River, on the south by Multnomah and Washington Counties, and on the west by Clatsop County. The county is conveniently situated about 30 minutes north of Portland, the largest metropolitan area in Oregon, and roughly 30 minutes east of the Pacific coast. The County's northern and eastern boundaries are outlined by 62 miles of Columbia River shoreline. Columbia County enjoys the longest stretch of the Columbia River in the State of Oregon. The Columbia River is a major route for ocean-going vessels, a prized fishing ground, and a popular boating and windsurfing river. Early in the history of Columbia County a New England trading vessel, the Columbia Rediviva, commanded by Captain Robert Gray arrived in the summer of 1792 with the first Euro-Americans to see the County's timbered shoreline. In 1805, the explorers Lewis and Clark traveled and camped along the County's Columbia River shoreline. Carved out of Washington County in 1854, its past was tied to commercial fishing, water transportation, and lumber. Industrialization has accelerated in recent years but timber, dairy, and horticulture remain important. Natural gas fields have been identified and are producing. The County offers the only two marine parks in Oregon: Sand Island on the Columbia River and J.J. Collins Memorial Marine Park.

## Key facts

| | |
|---|---|
| Open roles | 2 |
| Cities hiring | 1 |
| Highest listed base pay (USD/yr) | $73k |
| Headquarters | St. Helens, OR |
| Founded | 1854 |
| Employees | 51 to 100 |
| Industries | Government, Local |
| Website | https://columbiacountyor.gov |

## Where they are hiring

- Saint Helens: 2 open roles

## Newest open roles

- [Young Adult Tobacco Inspector](https://www.thejobsmap.com/job/dc8d9d57-dff9-4db1-be32-7997fe2d39c2), St. Helens, OR ($52k)
- [Registered Nurse / Medical Assistant – Immunization Services](https://www.thejobsmap.com/job/f9f70fdf-38f3-4dbf-af16-6efa6d64c15f), St. Helens, OR ($73k)

## Leadership

- Casey Garrett, County Commissioner
- Jaime Aanensen, Director Of Public Health
- Carrie Garcia, Human Resources Director
- Mike Russell, Public Works Department Director

## Common questions

### Is Columbia County hiring right now?

Yes. Columbia County has 2 open roles listed as of October 29, 2026.

### Where is Columbia County hiring?

The most open roles are in Saint Helens (2).

### Where is Columbia County headquartered?

Columbia County is headquartered in St. Helens, OR and was founded in 1854.

### Who leads Columbia County?

Casey Garrett, County Commissioner, is at the top of Columbia County's org chart.

### How do I apply for a job at Columbia County?

Pick a role on Columbia County's TheJobsMap page and select Apply. Every listing links to the original posting on Columbia County's own careers site, so you apply directly with the employer.