Human Resources

Overview

The Human Resources department operates within the Administrative Division, along with Finance, and IT. The Human Resources Department provides resources and guidance to departments, managers and City employees regarding recruiting and hiring, retention, benefits, classification and compensation, employee leaves, employee engagement, training, and labor relations. The Human Resources team also provides support in matters pertaining to and impacting staff by ensuring the distribution of critical information.

Verifications of Employment

Please email inquiries and required signed releases to humanresources@sherwoodoregon.gov

Employment
Bargaining Agreements
Compensation
Benefits

Application Process

You can now apply onl ine! If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build an application by clicking on the “Build Job Application” link. This application can be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening. Some positions may require additional materials; if additional materials or information is required it will be noted and requested in the job announcement.

Selection Process

The City of Sherwood reviews all applications submitted by the closing date for advertised openings. All applications are reviewed and successful candidates are selected based on the applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills and abilities. Those selected for further consideration will be invited to an oral interview. Prior to hiring, the successful candidate may be asked to complete a satisfactory pre-employment criminal history background investigation and drug test.

Notification

Due to staffing limitations and the large number of applications we receive, we are unable to confirm receipt of specific applications or notify individuals of the status of their application. To find out the status of an open position, please call Human Resources at (503) 625-4201.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Sherwood is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, domestic violence victim status, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon. or local law.

Veteran’s Preference

Full instructions for Veterans applying for jobs can be found in the document below.

Veterans Preference Documentation

The City of Sherwood participates in collective bargaining with two associations.

The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). The current AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement expires on June 30, 2026.
The Sherwood Police Officers’ Association (SPOA). The current SPOA Collective Bargaining Agreement expires on June 30, 2025.

Collective bargaining agreements are available below for viewing in PDF format.

Employee Salary Summaries are available below for viewing in PDF format.