Salary: $107,422.86 - $147,706.43 Annually
Location : Hillsboro, OR
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 25-13
Department: Natural Systems Enhancement & Stewardship
Program: Landscape Strategies
Opening Date: 02/21/2025
Closing Date: 3/10/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

The Position

The Natural Systems Enhancement and Stewardship department is seeking a Program Manager 3 - Watershed Planning. This position provides programmatic planning and management for the development of watershed-scale and sub-basin specific strategies and implementation plans to deliver stormwater management, ecological enhancement, and stewardship projects and activities. Actively coordinates and works to initiate and strengthen key partnerships both within Clean Water Services (CWS) and throughout the community in alignment with regulatory needs and CWS strategic objectives. Researches and develops innovative methods for effective, and efficient program implementation for the Natural Systems Enhancement & Stewardship (NSES) department.
Essential Functions

(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. CWS may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)

Identifies, develops, and manages projects, programs, and partnerships to support CWS regulatory requirements and strategic initiatives; builds and strengthens partner relationships. Plans and manages procedures and systems for supporting the technical, financial, and strategic elements of natural system initiatives.
Develops and implements watershed-scale strategies and management plans to improve stormwater and surface water quality and quantity. Collaborates with regulatory agencies, community partners, and stakeholders to create shared goals, objectives, and performance metrics. Conducts assessments to identify priority areas for improvements, designs approaches, and leads initiatives to facilitate priority actions.
Produces and contributes to the development of subbasin strategies, stormwater master plans, and alternative analyses to support effective decision-making and regulatory compliance. Manages and leads programmatic implementation planning of stormwater, natural systems, ecological enhancement, and other capital improvement projects. Provides expertise for logistical and technical approaches to strategically apply natural systems, green infrastructure, and low-impact development approaches to regional planning efforts.
Manages the work of technical, professional and/or supervisory staff. Oversees employee development and performance including selection and training; preparation of performance appraisals, and development or improvement plans; resolves complaints and grievances; implements disciplinary actions.
Participates in preparing, developing, and administering the program budget to ensure needed staffing, equipment, and other resources are available for efficient and cost-effective performance.
Manages contracts for professional, trade, and technical services and forecasts long-term resource needs for applicable elements of natural systems programs.
Serves as primary liaison between NSES and Regional Utility Services (RUS); plans, organizes, schedules, and facilitates delivery of integrated planning projects with other CWS departments and co-implementers.
Researches, identifies and recommends policy, strategy, and process advances.
Organizes cooperative projects and funding within CWS, with local, state, and federal agencies, academic institutions, and non-governmental organizations. Develops and implements intergovernmental agreements and other contracts in support of cooperative projects.
Serves as a technical resource and provides training and guidance in the development and implementation of department activities and programs. Develops curriculum and content for training that supports the learning objectives of staff.
Develops and implements approaches to study and analyze innovative methods, practices and tools for regulatory compliance, stormwater management, ecological enhancement, and nature-based solutions. Proactively identifies risks and opportunities across multiple projects and initiatives, recommends actions, and supports project and program planning to improve equity, effectiveness, and efficiency.
Develops and coordinates preparation of written and visual content and tools to convey the purpose and results of strategic, departmental, and program objectives; tracks and communicates progress and results of initiatives through data-driven visualizations, training and education programs, videos, and web-based information.
Creates and maintains a positive, engaged, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture within the department, to improve the work groups' understanding and recognition of diversity in the workplace, and foster multidisciplinary and integrated team approaches.
Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work-related purposes.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Land use planning and permitting practices
Principles and practices of watershed management, wetland ecology, or stream corridor management in urban and rural environments
Principles and practices of complex program and project management
Theory and principles of environmental protection
Principles and practices of environmental or water quality monitoring and interpretation
Principles and practices of budget preparation and control
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including the Federal Clean Water Act requirements and state water quality requirements
Principles of supervision; teambuilding and coaching techniques and practices.

SKILL IN:

Planning, project management, monitoring, and budgeting pertaining to water resources management to meet CWS objectives and regulatory requirements
Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, and implementing recommendations in support of goals
Coordinating assessment and planning activities with multiple workgroups
Delivering presentations and instructional workshops
Use of computers, software, and equipment for applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff

ABILITY TO:

Understand and interpret pertinent policies, procedures, laws, and regulations pertaining to the program areas
Establish and maintain effective working partnerships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of CWS staff and other government officials, community groups, and the general public
Operate effectively in a team environment
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

The following are the minimum qualifications for this position.

3 years of supervisory, managerial, or team lead experience;

5 years of experience planning, managing, or implementing in one or more of the following areas:

Surface water, stormwater, or watershed restoration
Conservation or ecological restoration
Land use or permitting
Water resources management;

College-level coursework in environmental science, engineering, ecology, planning, or a related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license.
Additional Information

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at or TDD .

Equal Employment Opportunity
Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.
Clean Water Services offers eligible employees the opportunity to choose benefits and plans that meet both individual and family needs. In addition to a competitive salary, Clean Water Services offers employees a comprehensive benefit packet that includes health coverage, health reimbursement account, life and accidental death insurance, flexible spending account, Oregon Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS/OPSRP), deferred compensation, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, goal sharing bonus, and more. Further information for full-time regular non-represented employees can be found

Depending on hours worked and duration of the position, temporary employees may qualify for an offer of medical benefits, deferred compensation, and employee discounts. Temporary employees are eligible for sick leave at the rate of .0334 per hour worked upon beginning employment and may carry over up to 40 hours into the next calendar year.
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Do you have 5 years of experience planning, managing, or implementing in one or more of the following areas:Surface water, stormwater, or watershed restorationConservation or ecological restoration Land use or permittingWater resources management;

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If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide a detailed description of your experience, including the programs you managed. Be sure to specify the position in which you gained this experience, as listed in your application.
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