Rules, Regulations & Laws
Employee ClassificationHow businesses classify their workers is an important concern. Get information before you hire. Employer's GuideDownload the "Employer's Business Guide" for hiring employees in Oregon. Employment Law ResourcesHelp for employers to comply with state and federal employment laws, such as family leave, wage & hour, required posters, employee handbooks, or discrimination. Employment Law Training SeminarsA variety of educational training seminars for Oregon employers, supervisors, managers, and human resource professionals on the latest developments in employment law. FirstStep Employment Law AdvisorThe FirstStep Employment Advisor helps employers determine which major federal employment laws administered by the U.S. Department of Labor apply to their business or organization, what recordkeeping and reporting requirements they must comply with, and which posters they need to post. Wage Data ToolData tool that helps you find wage and other information about a particular occupation.
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Taxes for Employers
Pay Business TaxesOnline Tax Payment System for combined payroll taxes or estimated corporation excise and income taxes. Payroll Tax Basics for EmployersPayroll tax basics for employers including withholding, unemployment insurance, TriMet & Lane transit taxes, and the workers' benefit fund. Tax Credits for BusinessIncentive programs for businesses including the Work Opportunity Tax Credit and Dependent Care Tax Credit. Tax Forms and FliersForms and instructions for Oregon employers including: Oregon Annual Withholding Tax Reconciliation Report (Form WR), Order Form, Business Change in Status Form and Business Contact Change Form.
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Employee Health & Safety
Rail Employee SafetyLearn about the rail employee safety program and download forms and publications. Workers' Compensation Info for EmployersWorkers' compensation information for employers including starting a new business, coverage, returning injured workers, workers' benefit assessment, and claims process & responsibility information.
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Recruit & Hire Employees
Certify WorkersOregon's National Career Readiness Certificate Program connects employers with a skilled workforce. Health & Safety RequirementsSmall Business Tools of the Trade provides information for new employers and small business owners to learn Oregon OSHA requirements and employee safety. Preferred Worker ProgramThe preferred worker program helps qualified Oregon workers called preferred workers get back to work. Prevailing wagePrevailing Wage Law requirement information for contractors, subcontractors and public agencies. Report New HiresOregon law requires employers to report all new hires and re-hires to the Division of Child Support within 20 days.
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Additional Resources
Breaks and LunchesRequirements for employers to provide meal and rest periods to employees. Find NAICS codes from the US CensusThe North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is the standard used by Federal statistical agencies in classifying business establishments for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data related to the U.S. business economy. OregonSaves retirement planAn easier retirement savings option from Oregon State Treasury for employers that can’t afford to offer a workplace retirement plan of their own. Tax FormsDownload tax forms and instructions including combined payroll tax reporting, domestic reporting, new accounts, account modifications, plain paper/efw2 specifications, and federal wage format.
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