Does Portland Community College pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Portland Community College employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Portland Community College. This rating has improved by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Portland Community College?

74% of Portland Community College employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Portland Community College 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Portland Community College?

Adjunct Instructor (13) , Instructor (13) , Adjunct Faculty (12) , Administrative Assistant (6) , Academic Advisor (5) , Student Advocate (5) , Computer Lab Assistant (4) , Faculty (4) , Math Instructor (4) , Advisor (3) , Tutor (3) , Academic Professional (2) , Adjunct Faculty Instructor (2) , Adjunct Professor (2) , Administrative (2)

What are the pros of working at Portland Community College according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits were good and affordable." ((in 29 reviews)); "Great people to work for" ((in 22 reviews)); "Overall the coworkers are great and hardworking." ((in 9 reviews)); "Flexible Schedule, Get to help other students, Helping teach others enhances your own understanding." ((in 9 reviews)); "flexible hours as a part" ((in 9 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Portland Community College according to real employee reviews?

"Low Pay but that is expected at higher ed" ((in 13 reviews)); "Salary low for the area" ((in 5 reviews)); "Due to lack of leadership, and inconsistent direction." ((in 4 reviews)); "Minimum wage" ((in 4 reviews)); "Not the best culture." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Portland Community College layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Portland Community College layoffs and their outlook for job security at Portland Community College in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Portland Community College locations?

Portland , North Portland , Hilo , Beaverton , Hillsboro , Pensacola , Tigard , South Scappoose

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Portland Community College reviews

3.8

74% would recommend to a friend

(293 total reviews)

Dr. Mark Mitsui

15% approve of CEO

25% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Culture & values

3.3

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Career opportunities

2.6

Senior management

Portland Community College has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 293 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Portland Community College employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

293 reviews

4.0

Jan 6, 2026

Adjunct Professor

Adjunct professor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Many campuses and classes to teach

Cons

Full time faculty get first assignments

4.0

Dec 12, 2025

Decent pay,

Coach

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great mission of student-centered. Great benefits Pay is higher compared to other higher ed institutions.

Cons

Depending on the campus, some offices will refuse students Lack of career mobility. Some are opinionated on every department.

4.0

Nov 10, 2025

Good place

Adjunct faculty

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Enjoyed my time there at pcc

Cons

Not too many, good place

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