Salary: $83,220.80 - $118,768.00 Annually
Location : OR, OR
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2024-01247
Bureau: Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
Opening Date: 12/30/2024
Closing Date: 1/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
The PositionThis recruitment will now close on Monday, January 20, 2025 at 11:59pm.Job Appointment: Full time, regular
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. Alternate schedule may be available after probationary period.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work to be conducted at The Vanport Building located at 1810 SW 5th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97201. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information,
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position
Language Pay Premium Eligible: City of Portland employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English may be eligible to receive a "language pay differential." This is compensation for qualifying multilingual City employees who use their language skill to assist the community. More about the language pay differential can be found
Application Material:Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
Position Summary The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) team at the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) is seeking to fill a Project Manager position in Transportation Decarbonization to climate justice to join the PCEF team. Being part of the PCEF team is a fast-paced, dynamic and fluid endeavor. These positions will be part of a team that is responsible for investing around $1 billion over the next five years in projects and programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance racial and social justice. Funding areas include clean energy (energy efficiency and renewable energy), transportation decarbonization, regenerative agriculture, green infrastructure, and workforce and contractor development. Channels for funding distribution include strategic programs that are currently under development and through an existing Community Grant program.
Many PCEF grantees will come from communities that have historically not been given access in decision making processes or work in the climate sector; management of these grants will require building strong relationships and close monitoring to ensure that grantees are successful and that public funds are stewarded for maximum environmental and social benefit.
This recruitment seeks to fill a Project Manager position in Transportation Decarbonization.
Transportation decarbonization grants and contracts will vary widely. PCEF work can include bike/ped or complete street infrastructure planning and implementation, mode shifting initiatives increasing walking, biking, e-biking, and e-scootering, promoting active transportation, multi-modal planning projects, area planning, improving mobility and access to transportation, electric vehicle conversion, electric vehicle charger infrastructure planning and implementation, and reducing GHGs in our city's transportation options. The position will be joining two existing staff currently working in the transportation decarbonization group.
PCEF will rely on these position's high level of project management experience, knowledge of projects within their funding area, and communication skills to help ensure that our grantees and contractors have a positive experience and receive the support they need to be successful in implementing their projects and programs.
What you'll get to do:- Support grants and contracts awarded for projects and programs: Serve as primary point of contact for assigned portion of funding area portfolio; work with grantees and contractors to define detailed scopes and metrics, monitor grant/contract progress, process invoices, and ensure compliance and quality assurance. Management of PCEF grants and contracts will also require trouble-shooting and collaborative problem solving with a wide range of grantees and contractors to support project success.
- Review project proposals: As part of a team, this position will review and score project proposals and provide input and recommendations regarding awards and management processes.
- Participate in facilitated multi-stakeholder engagement and collaborations: In collaboration with other members of the PCEF team, support grantees/contractors and stakeholders (e.g., sub-contractors, professional associations, coalitions, members of the community, etc.) in opportunities to collaborate, improve outcomes, develop best practices, and share lessons learned.
- Assist with program analysis: In collaboration with other members of the PCEF team, this position will perform analysis to identify barriers and best practices related to projects in transportation decarbonization. This practice will contribute to the program's continuous improvement efforts.
- Provide support to strategic programs: e-bike rebate program, EV financing tools, Transportation Wallet: Access for All, Active Transportation Operations, Small Active Transportation Capital Investment Program, and Community Programming, Education, and Encouragement and others.
The ideal candidate for this position will have these attributes:- Lived Experience: Direct experience with marginalized communities and demonstrated understanding of the impacts of historic racism and disinvestment.
- Socially Intelligent: Ability to communicate with others in a way that creates ease. Effective in communicating with people in various roles and of diverse backgrounds.
- Collaborative and Inclusive: Comfortable in sharing power with others, partnering for collaborative outcomes and facilitating conflict through a trauma-informed lens.
- Versatile and Innovative: Skilled in analyzing data, identifying process improvements, integrate new knowledge into programming, improving customer service and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders.
About the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund: As a first-in-the-nation community-led climate fund, PCEF's mission is to broaden community resilience and economic opportunity through climate action that advances racial and social justice. By partnering with community organizations, government agencies and businesses engaged in the climate and justice movements, PCEF enables local solutions to many of the city's most urgent challenges.
PCEF awards grants and contracts that serve communities with historically limited access to opportunity in the energy, transportation, construction, employment, agricultural and green infrastructure industries. The Fund enables partnerships that result in cleaner air, healthier schoolchildren, more affordable energy and other environmental and social benefits for communities most impacted by climate change. PCEF-funded projects and programs demonstrate benefits to frontline communities, have support from community leaders, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and are accountable to the public.
PCEF was created through a ballot initiative passed by Portland voters in November 2018. It raises revenue through a one percent business licensing surcharge on revenue generated in Portland by certain large retailers. The Fund collects approximately $200 million in annual revenue for clean energy, transportation, green infrastructure, regenerative agriculture, and workforce and contractor development projects and programs. It is housed in the City of Portland's Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS). For more information visit the PCEF
About the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability:BPS is a leader in land use planning, climate action, environmental stewardship, and urban design. BPS centers racial equity in its work and is dedicated to creating a Portland that is more equitable, healthy, prosperous, and resilient. The bureau oversees a world-renowned waste and recycling system and leads the U.S. in its commitment to open data and protecting communities in the application of technologies. Staff collaborate with partners on neighborhood, economic, historic, and environmental planning and provide research, policy and technical services to advance energy efficiency and renewable energy, as well as policies and actions to address climate change.
BPS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. Candidates of color, those who can speak a language other than English, and those with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and diverse communities are often representative of PCEF priority populations, which is helpful in delivering PCEF projects and programs.
Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and other people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. BPS considers lived experience, and transferrable skills as qualifying unless an item is labeled as required. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We strongly encourage you to apply.
Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet OpportunityCome meet the hiring manager and senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position.
Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 12:00pm Pacific Time (US and Canada)Zoom Meeting Link:
Meeting ID: 899 0759 4570
Questions?Jaclyn Snyder, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human Resources
To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:- Ability to help implement systems that reverse historic and current discrimination practices,or; demonstration of a commitment to racial justice, diversity, equity, or inclusion; or lived or work experience supporting communities of color or historically marginalized communities.
- Experience furthering an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace and respectful working relationships with public agency officials or representatives of community-based organizations.
- Minimum of three years of experience managing a high volume of projects, tracking budgets, and ensuring compliance with project or program requirements (e.g., permitting, reporting, other requirements).
- Minimum of three years of experience working in the transportation sector, managing multiple initiatives and workflows, ensuring necessary approvals, tracking compliance and/or project deliverables.
- Ability to apply relevant code, regulation, permitting requirements, administrative rules, and policies; exercise independent judgment, problem-solve, and take initiative within established procedures and guidelines.
Although not required, you may have:- Five (5) years of experience managing projects, tracking budgets, and ensuring compliance with project or program requirements (e.g., permitting, reporting, other requirements).
- Five (5) years of experience working in the transportation sector, managing multiple initiatives and workflows, ensuring necessary approvals, tracking compliance, and/or project deliverables.
- Bilingual language skills in Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, Chinese, or Russian.
- PMP, AICP, or other relevant certifications
The Recruitment ProcessSTEP 1: Apply online between Monday, December 30, 2024 - Monday, January 20, 2025 Required Application Materials:- Resume
- Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:- Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips:- Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
- Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
- How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the . Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.
- Do not attach materials not requested.
- All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
- All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
- You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting; instead, use AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of January 20, 2025- An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
- Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
- You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the for complete information.
- Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of January 27, 2025- Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): February- Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: MarchStep 6: Start Date: March- A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following:- Veteran Preference
- ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
- Work Status
- Equal Employment Opportunity
A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to
- Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
- Carrot Fertility
- Wellness Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement
- Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
- Family Medical Leave
- City Paid Parental Leave
AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.
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Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy.
Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay question with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration.
Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.Have you read and understood all the information listed above? - Yes
- No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement.
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Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)
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The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate:(Answer will not disqualify you from the process)
- My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality.
- You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality.
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Do you have the ability to help implement systems that reverse historic and current discrimination practices, or; demonstration of a commitment to racial justice, diversity, equity, or inclusion; or lived or work experience supporting communities of color or historically marginalized communities?
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detailed example(s) of your ability to help implement systems that reverse historic and current discrimination practices, or; demonstration of a commitment to racial justice, diversity, equity, or inclusion; or lived or work experience supporting communities of color or historically marginalized communities.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
- Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
- Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
- Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
- Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
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Do you have experience furthering an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace and respectful working relationships with public agency officials or representatives of community-based organizations?
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detailed example(s) of your experience furthering an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace and respectful working relationships with public agency officials or representatives of community-based organizations.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
- Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
- Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
- Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
- Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
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Do you have the ability to apply relevant code, regulation, permitting requirements, administrative rules, and policies; exercise independent judgment, problem-solve, and take initiative within established procedures and guidelines?
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detailed example(s) of your ability to apply relevant code, regulation, permitting requirements, administrative rules, and policies; exercise independent judgment, problem-solve, and take initiative within established procedures and guidelines.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
- Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
- Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
- Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
- Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
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Do you have a minimum of three years of experience managing a high volume of projects, tracking budgets, and ensuring compliance with project or program requirements (e.g., permitting, reporting, other requirements)?
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Provide a
detailed example(s) of your minimum three years' of experience managing a high volume of projects, tracking budgets, and ensuring compliance with project or program requirements (e.g., permitting, reporting, other requirements).
In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
- Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
- Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
- The impact and/or results of your of experience.
- Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
- Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
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Do you have a minimum of three years of experience working in the transportation sector, managing multiple initiatives and workflows, ensuring necessary approvals, tracking compliance, and/or project deliverables?
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Provide a
detailed example(s) of your minimum three years' of experience working in the transportation sector, managing multiple initiatives and workflows, ensuring necessary approvals, tracking compliance, and/or project deliverables.
In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
- Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
- Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
- The impact and/or results of your of experience.
- Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
- Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
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Please note the following question will not be considered during minimum qualification review. The information provided will be reviewed after the eligible list is created.Although not required, please provide information for any of the following preferred qualifications:
- Five (5) years of experience managing managing a high volume of projects, tracking budgets, and ensuring compliance with project or program requirements (e.g., permitting, reporting, other requirements).
- Five (5) years of experience working in the transportation sector, managing multiple initiatives and workflows, ensuring necessary approvals, tracking compliance , and/or project deliverables.
- Bilingual language skills in Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, Chinese, or Russian.
- PMP, AICP, or other relevant certifications
(Enter N/A if you do not have relevant experience)
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