Commissioner of Labor and Industries Christina Stephenson
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Commissioner of Labor and Industries Christina Stephenson
Oregon’s statewide Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson was previously a small business owner and civil rights attorney representing workers who have experienced discrimination or harassment in the workplace. Stephenson has dedicated many pro-bono hours to helping draft and pass employment laws in Oregon. She lives in unincorporated Washington County with her husband, child, dog, and cats.
Commissioner of Labor and Industries' Duties
Christina Stephenson, Washington County; nonpartisan; elected Nov 2022; term expires January 2027.
The commissioner is chief executive of the Bureau of Labor and Industries and Chair of the Oregon State Apprenticeship and Training Council. The term of the commissioner is four years.
The Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) protects workers’ rights through enforcement of state labor laws, ensures access to housing and public accommodations free from discrimination for all Oregonians, and promotes the development of a highly skilled workforce through registered apprenticeship programs.
BOLI employs about 150 professionals and is headquartered in Portland, with regional offices in Eugene and Salem. The commissioner leads the agency’s efforts to protect Oregonians’ rights, uphold fair practices, and support a thriving workforce.