Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments
Karen Chambers is a seasoned human resources professional with extensive experience in various roles within the HR field. Currently serving as a Human Resources Generalist at Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments since April 2024, Karen previously worked as a Human Resources Specialist for the City of Lebanon from October 2020 to April 2024. Prior to that, Karen held the position of Branch Manager at All Star Labor & Staffing from September 2015 to September 2020, and Office Manager at Rickard Engineering & Design from September 2013 to August 2015. Additionally, Karen served as HR Manager/AP/Payroll/Marketing at Best Heating & Cooling from February 2012 to March 2013, and as Albany Branch Manager at Selectemp Employment Services from June 2004 to January 2012. Educational background includes studies at Southwestern Oregon Community College and graduation from Neah Kah Nie High School.
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Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments
Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments (OCWCOG) has been serving the Linn, Benton, and Lincoln County region for over 50 years. OCWCOG consists of three main departments: Senior and Disability Services, Community Service Programs, and Community and Economic Development. Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments is committed to our Mission: to promote a thriving region through service, connectivity, and innovation. We execute this by daily living out our Core Values - Compassion, Collaboration, DEI, Integrity, and Respect. Geographically, OCWCOG spans a Region from the crest of the Oregon Cascades Mountain range to the Pacific Ocean and includes all of Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties. OCWCOG, on behalf of the member governments, carries out a variety of local, state, and federal programs. Most funding is provided by way of contracts to administer specific services. As an Oregon intergovernmental entity, OCWCOG can provide for, or on behalf of, its member governments any service that they are authorized to provide. Whether it is helping a business find appropriate capital, helping seniors and persons with disabilities plan for independent living, or coordinating local road improvement priorities, OCWCOG offers these and many other innovative services to the local governments and residents of Benton, Lincoln, and Linn Counties.