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Next Adventure

Associate

Portland, OR · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Associates are expected to have effective written and verbal communication skills and use established communication systems to their fullest. * Be a positive part of the team. * Perform basic Shopify ...

Helzberg

Seasonal Associate

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$14 - $16.50/hr

At Helzberg Diamonds our Seasonal Associates are critical during the holiday selling season. As ... Strong communication and organizational skills required along with the ability to be detail ...

Express

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

... communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Management. Drive credit and loyalty member ... Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health ...

Express & Bonobos

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Strong verbal and written communication skills specifically with customers, sales leadership team and associates * Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team Benefits ...

Express

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Strong verbal and written communication skills specifically with customers, sales leadership team and associates * Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team Benefits ...

Express

Sales Associate

Portland, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

... further - communicate allissues and resolutions to Store Management. Drive credit and loyalty ... Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health ...

KnitWell Group

Sales Associate

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

Strong communication skills with an ability to multi-task and balance multiple customers at one ... Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs is based on employment type, role, and ...

Standish Management

Associate

Portland, OR · On-site

Standish Management is looking for associates to join our fund administration team. With guidance ... Ability to effectively communicate to team members * Strong organizational skills and work ethic

Express & Bonobos

Sales Associate

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$16.66 - $22.10/hr

Strong verbal and written communication skills specifically with customers, sales leadership team and associates * Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team BENEFITS ...

Express

Sales Associate

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$16.66 - $22.10/hr

Strong verbal and written communication skills specifically with customers, sales leadership team and associates * Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team BENEFITS ...

Express

Sales Associate

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $23.40/hr

... communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Management. Drive credit and loyalty member ... Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health ...

Express

Sales Associate

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$16.66 - $22.10/hr

... communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Management. Drive credit and loyalty member ... Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health ...

Express

Sales Associate

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$16.66 - $22.10/hr

... communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Management. Drive credit and loyalty member ... Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health ...

Express

Sales Associate

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $23.40/hr

... communicate all issues and resolutions to Store Management. Drive credit and loyalty member ... Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health ...

Riser Fitness

Sales Associate

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Sales Associate We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Associate to join our team at a ... Excellent sales, communication, and customer service skills * Goal-oriented with an ability to ...

Riser Fitness

Sales Associate

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Sales Associate We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Associate to join our team at a ... Excellent sales, communication, and customer service skills * Goal-oriented with an ability to ...

5 Legal

Corporate Associate

Portland, OR · On-site

... an associate to join their M&A and Private Equity Practice Group. Ideal candidates must have 6-8 ... Candidate must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a high degree of maturity and ...

BigFoot Staffing

Warehouse Associate

Portland, OR · On-site

$18/hr

Warehouse Associate Position BigFoot Staffing is excited to partner with a local warehouse to fill ... Communicate effectively with customer service, inventory, and shipping teams * Support a smooth ...

PetSmart

PetsHotel Associate

Hillsboro, OR

Effective written and verbal communication skills. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT * Associate required to stand, walk, climb a ladder, and use hands to handle, feel, hold, write, etc. The ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for communications associate in Portland, OR is $60,967.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,300.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A communications associate assists a marketing or advertising team with a variety of tasks. As a communications associate, you may be responsible for copywriting promotional materials, designing simple graphics, managing social media and outreach, launching email campaigns, researching media coverage, and promoting products. You also typically perform administrative duties as needed. Qualifications for this job include a mix of related skills and experience. Most employers require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a similar field. Completing internships at ad or marketing agencies helps to improve your career opportunities.

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To thrive as a Communications Associate, you need strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite is commonly expected. Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure clear messaging, brand consistency, and effective engagement with target audiences across multiple channels.

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Communications Associates often juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining message consistency challenging. They must adapt messaging for different audiences, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals while also responding quickly to emerging issues or feedback. Collaborating across departments is key, as information often needs to be gathered from various teams, requiring strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
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Associate

Next Adventure

Portland, OR • On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Description
Summary:
Next Adventure surrounds itself with employees who are passionate about the outdoors and want to make a positive impact in the company every day. The role of every Associate is to promote our mission:
Inform. Outfit. Excite.
General Description of Position:
The Associate is the true heartbeat of every Next Adventure Location and represents our customer experience and culture. All Next Adventure Associates have key product knowledge, are passionate about the outdoors, are excellent at engaging with customers, and are stewards of the locations they work at.
***This position is designated as a seasonal role, with start dates between August 1st, 2026, and ending on March 1st, 2027, with flexibility for the start date or extension based on performance and individual circumstances.
Please note that due to the high demand during the holiday season, no time off requests will be approved from December 1st, 2026 - January 15th, 2027 . We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to meet the needs of our customers during this critical time.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Provide excellent customer service, every shift, every opportunity. Next Adventure has built a reputation for having friendly, honest and knowledgeable staff that is always willing to help guide customers through one of the best shopping experiences around. We're not just selling gear. We are selling the journey.
  • All Associates must develop their own personal and effective approach to closing a sale. You should be passionate about what you're selling and share that passion with customers.
  • Gain the required product knowledge. Next Adventure will provide access to clinics, literature, online resources, Sales Reps and more, but it is the responsibility of each Associate to learn and retain product knowledge.
  • Associates are expected to have effective written and verbal communication skills and use established communication systems to their fullest.
  • Be a positive part of the team.
  • Perform basic Shopify functions: Inventory searches, cash register duties, cycle counts, creating customer profiles, and tag printing.
  • Perform basic Jupiter Peak functions: issuing rental articles, returning rental articles, creating customer profiles, and setting up reservations.
  • Associates are expected to be able to merchandise the retail floor to ensure it is organized, easy to shop, stock appropriately and creates an inviting atmosphere.
  • Associates will be expected to complete daily shop duties and be accountable for keeping the store clean and organized.
  • Perform basic boot fitting skills: must be able to measure in mondo point, read last, shell fit, size boots properly, and know when to ask for help.

Requirements
Qualifications:
  • Previous customer service and outdoor retail experience (preferred).
  • Detail oriented.
  • Light to moderate lifting, with reasonable accommodation.
  • Standing for long periods of time.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Key Competencies:
  • Customer Focus- Anticipating, meeting and/or exceeding customer needs, wants and expectations.
  • Teamwork- Cooperating with others to meet objectives.
  • Flexibility- Readily modifying, responding and adapting to change with minimal resistance.
  • Continuous Learning- Taking initiative to regularly learn new concepts, technologies and/or methods.
  • Time and Priority Management- Prioritizing and completing tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames.

Hiring Process at Next Adventure - What to Expect:
  • At Next Adventure, our primary objective is to hire the most qualified candidates and ensure their long-term success within our organization. We place great value in our hiring process, and we ask that all applicants submit a cover letter with their resume. We appreciate the time and effort that goes into submitting an application, please be assured that we will respond to all applications within 1-2 weeks, and we will maintain open communication with our applicants throughout the process.
  • We use a generic email account to communicate with applicants, and sometimes our emails may end up in your spam or promotions folder. Please ensure that you check these folders for any correspondence from Next Adventure. To streamline our communication process, we highly recommend opting-in for text messages, as this will allow for quick questions and reminders about interviews.
  • At Next Adventure, we take a personal interest in every applicant, and we read each resume and cover letter carefully. We value creativity, initiative, and a passion for the industry. Our goal is to hire the best candidates and retain them for the long-term, and we believe that this process begins with a strong application and a commitment to kaizen.

Next Adventure provides the following benefits to full-time (FT) employees:
  • Group health, dental, and vision insurance - UHC & Principal
  • Short-term disability
  • Voluntary life insurance, and 25,000 basic life insurance
  • OregonSaves Retirement plan
  • Vacation up to 4 weeks, based on position and years of service. 2 week sabbatical added after 10 years.

Next Adventure provides additional perks to any employee as follows:
  • Employee discount: Max 35%
  • Free Demos & Rentals
  • Circuit Bouldering Gym Daily Passes
  • The Source Climbing Gym Daily Passes
  • Membership discounts at Movement and PRG
  • Access to Industry Pro Deals on products, events, lift tickets, and more

Salary Description
$16.00/HR - $19.00/HR

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