City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 7am-3:30pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required. Work Location: Hybrid/work location: Urban Forestry, 10910 N Denver Ave., Portland, OR 97217. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view this labor agreement, please click here . Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. If requesting Veteran's preference, please attach your Veterans' documentation. Position Summary: Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry is seeking an Outreach Coordinator (Coordinator II). In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in achieving the goals of The Equitable Tree Canopy (ETC) program by managing outreach and communication strategies that are equitable, inclusive, and accessible to Portland’s diverse communities. Funding for this position is provided through the Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) , as part of a historic investment in expanding tree planting and promoting climate justice in Portland. In this role you will coordinate outreach, advertising, and communication work to drive sign-ups for planting 10,000 urban trees annually. A key focus is to reach underserved audiences such as Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) communities, low-income residents, and neighborhoods in East and North Portland. The Coordinator cultivates partnerships and manages contracts with community organizations to promote tree planting initiatives. This position manages paid partner contracts to deliver culturally relevant outreach and education and expand our reach within focused communities. We are seeking a Coordinator who is deeply committed to ensuring that underserved communities are at the heart of our tree planting, care, and outreach initiatives. In this exciting role you will spend significant time working with partners in the community. As the Urban Forestry Outreach Coordinator, you will do: Outreach, Communication, and Advertising ( 50%) Manage and coordinate outreach, advertisement, and communication strategies for Urban Forestry’s expanding tree planting programs. Develop written communication materials such as notifications, press releases, website, and educational content. Collaborate with a graphic designer to create advertising and media materials for use by staff, volunteers, and contractors. Ensure communication materials are accessible and relevant to BIPOC communities and non-English speakers. Conduct public outreach for the Free Street Program, including presenting to neighborhood and community groups and responding to inquiries. Create and deliver culturally sensitive presentations and addressing inquiries regarding programs like the Free Street Program and Yard Tree Giveaway. Produce community events and manage projects to communicate and promote tree planting and education. Partner Collaboration and Contract Management (50%) Collaborate with partners and contractors to drive tree planting sign-ups, aiming to meet ambitious goals of planting 10,000 trees each year. Develop requests for proposals for tree planting outreach, education, and advertisement contracts for tree planting programs. Promote contract opportunities to eligible community organizations, with a focus on those that engage BIPOC communities; low income residents; and residents in priority service areas. Manage contracts and contractors conducting tree outreach and education. Provide guidance and support to contractors and ensure contract requirements are met. Coordinate efforts between contractors and internal teams. Track and report on the impact of partnership and contractor initiatives, including metrics such as reach, engagement, and outcomes. Lead partnership efforts with active listening, empathy, and creative problem-solving. Lead special project teams and collaborative programming efforts with staff, management, and community partners. Who you are: Inclusive and culturally competent: You are a leader and advocate for equity, work effectively across cultures, and thrive in a diverse team. Excellent Communicator: You possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and are adept at conveying information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. Collaborative: You enjoy working with a team, developing and supporting relationships, and bringing people together to achieve shared goals. Organized and Efficient: You can manage complex projects, multiple deadlines, requests, and communication. About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest: Urban Forestry 's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team is responsible for the overall management, stewardship, and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies, and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing, and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health, and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA for 46 years, a Tree City of the World and the Urban Forestry program is accredited by the Urban and Community Forestry Society (formerly the Society of Municipal Arborists). About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the 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. Thursday, Apr 18, 2024 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Watch Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/GNn3VsvnWOSaV2fXI_xZUl8CEHNP8yjuIo18dRwRM3tFLVa8beRcLewmucdd_pH4.hBXJlvu7AaeemUp9?startTime=1713466856000 Passcode: $CA6+C0w Have a question? Hannah Zeilenga, Senior Recruiter Hannah.Zeilenga@PortlandOregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience managing community partnerships and/or contracts with diverse community organizations. Experience leading projects, including developing work plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and evaluating outcomes. Experience producing clear and culturally-relevant communication materials, such as advertising, website, and education materials. Experience conducting outreach, public speaking, networking, and relationship building with diverse audiences. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between April 8th - April 29th, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on this posting. 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 résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of April 29th, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé 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 would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 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 May 6th, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): May Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: June Step 6: Start Date: TBD 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: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and 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. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 09, 2024
Full Time
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 7am-3:30pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required. Work Location: Hybrid/work location: Urban Forestry, 10910 N Denver Ave., Portland, OR 97217. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view this labor agreement, please click here . Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. If requesting Veteran's preference, please attach your Veterans' documentation. Position Summary: Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry is seeking an Outreach Coordinator (Coordinator II). In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in achieving the goals of The Equitable Tree Canopy (ETC) program by managing outreach and communication strategies that are equitable, inclusive, and accessible to Portland’s diverse communities. Funding for this position is provided through the Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) , as part of a historic investment in expanding tree planting and promoting climate justice in Portland. In this role you will coordinate outreach, advertising, and communication work to drive sign-ups for planting 10,000 urban trees annually. A key focus is to reach underserved audiences such as Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) communities, low-income residents, and neighborhoods in East and North Portland. The Coordinator cultivates partnerships and manages contracts with community organizations to promote tree planting initiatives. This position manages paid partner contracts to deliver culturally relevant outreach and education and expand our reach within focused communities. We are seeking a Coordinator who is deeply committed to ensuring that underserved communities are at the heart of our tree planting, care, and outreach initiatives. In this exciting role you will spend significant time working with partners in the community. As the Urban Forestry Outreach Coordinator, you will do: Outreach, Communication, and Advertising ( 50%) Manage and coordinate outreach, advertisement, and communication strategies for Urban Forestry’s expanding tree planting programs. Develop written communication materials such as notifications, press releases, website, and educational content. Collaborate with a graphic designer to create advertising and media materials for use by staff, volunteers, and contractors. Ensure communication materials are accessible and relevant to BIPOC communities and non-English speakers. Conduct public outreach for the Free Street Program, including presenting to neighborhood and community groups and responding to inquiries. Create and deliver culturally sensitive presentations and addressing inquiries regarding programs like the Free Street Program and Yard Tree Giveaway. Produce community events and manage projects to communicate and promote tree planting and education. Partner Collaboration and Contract Management (50%) Collaborate with partners and contractors to drive tree planting sign-ups, aiming to meet ambitious goals of planting 10,000 trees each year. Develop requests for proposals for tree planting outreach, education, and advertisement contracts for tree planting programs. Promote contract opportunities to eligible community organizations, with a focus on those that engage BIPOC communities; low income residents; and residents in priority service areas. Manage contracts and contractors conducting tree outreach and education. Provide guidance and support to contractors and ensure contract requirements are met. Coordinate efforts between contractors and internal teams. Track and report on the impact of partnership and contractor initiatives, including metrics such as reach, engagement, and outcomes. Lead partnership efforts with active listening, empathy, and creative problem-solving. Lead special project teams and collaborative programming efforts with staff, management, and community partners. Who you are: Inclusive and culturally competent: You are a leader and advocate for equity, work effectively across cultures, and thrive in a diverse team. Excellent Communicator: You possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and are adept at conveying information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. Collaborative: You enjoy working with a team, developing and supporting relationships, and bringing people together to achieve shared goals. Organized and Efficient: You can manage complex projects, multiple deadlines, requests, and communication. About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest: Urban Forestry 's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team is responsible for the overall management, stewardship, and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies, and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing, and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health, and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA for 46 years, a Tree City of the World and the Urban Forestry program is accredited by the Urban and Community Forestry Society (formerly the Society of Municipal Arborists). About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the 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. Thursday, Apr 18, 2024 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Watch Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/GNn3VsvnWOSaV2fXI_xZUl8CEHNP8yjuIo18dRwRM3tFLVa8beRcLewmucdd_pH4.hBXJlvu7AaeemUp9?startTime=1713466856000 Passcode: $CA6+C0w Have a question? Hannah Zeilenga, Senior Recruiter Hannah.Zeilenga@PortlandOregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience managing community partnerships and/or contracts with diverse community organizations. Experience leading projects, including developing work plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and evaluating outcomes. Experience producing clear and culturally-relevant communication materials, such as advertising, website, and education materials. Experience conducting outreach, public speaking, networking, and relationship building with diverse audiences. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between April 8th - April 29th, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on this posting. 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 résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of April 29th, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé 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 would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 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 May 6th, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): May Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: June Step 6: Start Date: TBD 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: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and 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. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position Urban Forestry is seeking a Permitting and Regulation Coordinator! The Urban Forestry Division of Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is responsible for the overall management, regulation, stewardship and improvement of Portland’s trees. Job Appointment: One full-time, regular appointment available. Work Schedule : Mon-Fri. 7am - 3:30pm Work Location: Hybrid/work location: 1900 Southwest 4th Avenue, Portland, OR 97201. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Language Pay Premium Eligible: T his position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view this labor agreement, please click here . Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Urban Forestry Permitting & Regulation Manager, this position will coordinate all aspects of the Urban Forestry permitting and regulation program. This includes non-development and development permitting, code compliance, and the City’s single point of contact (the Tree Hotline/823-TREE). A key function for this position is to develop relationships and build partnership opportunities with internal and external stakeholders. This includes working closely with internal employees, other city bureaus, and the public to address the permitting and regulation program’s operational and business requirements to implement the City’s Tree Code; Title 11. The coordinator will represent Urban Forestry on Citywide initiatives as they relate to Urban Forestry permitting needs, regulatory requirements, and overall improvements. This position is the primary Urban Forestry permitting and regulation standard operating procedure manager and inter-bureau liaison managing small, medium and large initiatives for the program. The incumbent will research, draft, and implement strategies, including training staff, to ensure the Urban Forestry permitting and regulation program and its staff are competent, trained, and successful in the implementation of the Tree Code. As the Urban Forestry Permitting and Regulation Coordinator II, you will: Have excellent project management skills , expertise in qualitative and quantitative methods, and a keen interest in using data to inform and make sound, equitable decisions while meeting deadlines . Have advanced communication skills - someone who can describe complex concepts in simple terms and who will be an effective ambassador for Urban Forestry, sharing information and engaging and training a wide variety of audiences. Lead development of, manage and document standard operating procedures to ensure successful and accurate implementation of the Tree Code. Develop and maintain partnerships and relationships with the public, inter-bureau liaisons, government representatives, and citywide leadership. Develop and train staff through regulatory changes, including building and overseeing implementation of workplans. Manage regulatory projects from concept to implementation and evaluation, including leading project teams. As a person, you are: A problem solver with leadership potential and a proven track record of implementing new solutions and completing projects on time; Collaborative: An outgoing professional who values partnership and develops and supports relationships to get things done; Someone who values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Use DEI concepts to guide and inform your work; Emotionally Intelligent: Motivated, passionate, team-oriented, and empathetic; Dependable: Employee not only shows up for work on time every day but also produces consistent work. About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest: Urban Forestry's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team is responsible for the overall management, stewardship and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA for 44 years, a Tree City of the World and the Urban Forestry program is accredited by the Society of Municipal Arborists . About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Information Session Come meet the hiring manager and the 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. Monday, April 22nd 2024, at 12pm PST Watch Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/EvDPQePzamm0gQTb0Jkkd0PCac4fceS5BQryECfzXXgNqR8FAvp3h8jDOseipVqg.EO3aLtvak1ps5UW8?startTime=1713812460000 Passcode: ZQ^wB!k1 Contact Information: Hannah Zeilenga, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Hannah.Zeilenga@PortlandOregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Knowledge of and abilityto apply the principles, theories, methods and techniques of natural resources management and environmental protection as per the International Society of Arboriculture Best Management Practices; Skill in negotiating with representatives of regulatory agencies to resolve arboriculturally technical and/or compliance issues; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with leadership and staff, representatives of other governmental agencies, the public, and others encountered in the course of work; Ability to analyze, interpret, explain, and train others in applying relevant laws, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures including City of Portland regulatory codes; Ability t o communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing; prepare concise and comprehensive standard operating procedures, reports, correspondence, and other documents; Skill and ability to coordinate multiple priorities and projects with similar deadlines and meet those deadlines on time. Although not required, the ideal candidate may have one of the following: Certified Arborist ISA (International Society of Arborists) Credential Certification Municipal Specialist ISA Credential, or Certified Tree Risk Assessor ISA credential The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between April 15th - May 6th, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on this posting. 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 résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 6th, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé 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 would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 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 May 13th, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): June, 2024 Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: June/July 2024 Step 6: Start Date: August, 2024 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: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and 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. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 5/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 16, 2024
Full Time
The Position Urban Forestry is seeking a Permitting and Regulation Coordinator! The Urban Forestry Division of Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is responsible for the overall management, regulation, stewardship and improvement of Portland’s trees. Job Appointment: One full-time, regular appointment available. Work Schedule : Mon-Fri. 7am - 3:30pm Work Location: Hybrid/work location: 1900 Southwest 4th Avenue, Portland, OR 97201. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Language Pay Premium Eligible: T his position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view this labor agreement, please click here . Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Urban Forestry Permitting & Regulation Manager, this position will coordinate all aspects of the Urban Forestry permitting and regulation program. This includes non-development and development permitting, code compliance, and the City’s single point of contact (the Tree Hotline/823-TREE). A key function for this position is to develop relationships and build partnership opportunities with internal and external stakeholders. This includes working closely with internal employees, other city bureaus, and the public to address the permitting and regulation program’s operational and business requirements to implement the City’s Tree Code; Title 11. The coordinator will represent Urban Forestry on Citywide initiatives as they relate to Urban Forestry permitting needs, regulatory requirements, and overall improvements. This position is the primary Urban Forestry permitting and regulation standard operating procedure manager and inter-bureau liaison managing small, medium and large initiatives for the program. The incumbent will research, draft, and implement strategies, including training staff, to ensure the Urban Forestry permitting and regulation program and its staff are competent, trained, and successful in the implementation of the Tree Code. As the Urban Forestry Permitting and Regulation Coordinator II, you will: Have excellent project management skills , expertise in qualitative and quantitative methods, and a keen interest in using data to inform and make sound, equitable decisions while meeting deadlines . Have advanced communication skills - someone who can describe complex concepts in simple terms and who will be an effective ambassador for Urban Forestry, sharing information and engaging and training a wide variety of audiences. Lead development of, manage and document standard operating procedures to ensure successful and accurate implementation of the Tree Code. Develop and maintain partnerships and relationships with the public, inter-bureau liaisons, government representatives, and citywide leadership. Develop and train staff through regulatory changes, including building and overseeing implementation of workplans. Manage regulatory projects from concept to implementation and evaluation, including leading project teams. As a person, you are: A problem solver with leadership potential and a proven track record of implementing new solutions and completing projects on time; Collaborative: An outgoing professional who values partnership and develops and supports relationships to get things done; Someone who values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Use DEI concepts to guide and inform your work; Emotionally Intelligent: Motivated, passionate, team-oriented, and empathetic; Dependable: Employee not only shows up for work on time every day but also produces consistent work. About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest: Urban Forestry's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team is responsible for the overall management, stewardship and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA for 44 years, a Tree City of the World and the Urban Forestry program is accredited by the Society of Municipal Arborists . About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Information Session Come meet the hiring manager and the 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. Monday, April 22nd 2024, at 12pm PST Watch Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/EvDPQePzamm0gQTb0Jkkd0PCac4fceS5BQryECfzXXgNqR8FAvp3h8jDOseipVqg.EO3aLtvak1ps5UW8?startTime=1713812460000 Passcode: ZQ^wB!k1 Contact Information: Hannah Zeilenga, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Hannah.Zeilenga@PortlandOregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Knowledge of and abilityto apply the principles, theories, methods and techniques of natural resources management and environmental protection as per the International Society of Arboriculture Best Management Practices; Skill in negotiating with representatives of regulatory agencies to resolve arboriculturally technical and/or compliance issues; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with leadership and staff, representatives of other governmental agencies, the public, and others encountered in the course of work; Ability to analyze, interpret, explain, and train others in applying relevant laws, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures including City of Portland regulatory codes; Ability t o communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing; prepare concise and comprehensive standard operating procedures, reports, correspondence, and other documents; Skill and ability to coordinate multiple priorities and projects with similar deadlines and meet those deadlines on time. Although not required, the ideal candidate may have one of the following: Certified Arborist ISA (International Society of Arborists) Credential Certification Municipal Specialist ISA Credential, or Certified Tree Risk Assessor ISA credential The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between April 15th - May 6th, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on this posting. 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 résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 6th, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé 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 would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 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 May 13th, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): June, 2024 Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: June/July 2024 Step 6: Start Date: August, 2024 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: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and 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. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 5/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 7am-3:30pm. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. Work Location: Hybrid/work location:Urban Forestry, 10910 N Denver Ave., Portland, OR 97217.There is an opportunity for limited telework. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view this labor agreement, please click here . Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. If requesting Veteran's preference, please attach your Veterans' documentation. Position Summary: Join us as the Urban Forestry (UF) Contractor Development Coordinator. In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in achieving the goals of The Equitable Tree Canopy (ETC) program by coordinating our tree planting contractors and workforce development efforts. Funding for this position is provided through the Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) , as part of a historic investment in expanding tree planting and promoting climate justice in Portland. We’re seeking an urban forestry advocate with expertise in business development to expand our community of contractors. You will create and implement strategies to build a diverse pool of skilled contractors completing up to $3M annually in contract work to plant, maintain, and grow 10,000 trees. In this role you will reach out to contractors to promote contract opportunities, provide information, and answer questions about the program. You will attend outreach events, collaborate with our tree planting team on contractor training, respond to contracting inquiries, and review contract documents. You will lead training programs for contractors, guiding them through the process of working with the City of Portland throughout their contract duration. Spanish speakers are highly encouraged to apply. As the Urban Forestry Contractor Development Coordinator, you will: Develop and implement a plan to promote opportunities for tree planting, maintenance, and nursery growing contracts, with a focus on reaching COBID certified firms, and/or supporting contractors through the COBID certification process. Perform outreach with a focus on promoting equity and diversity among contractors. Conduct outreach prior to opening of request for proposals, liaise with professional associations, conduct field visits and site tours, and provide resources. Develop and implement trainings in coordination with Urban Forestry staff for non-profit and for-profit contractors conducting tree planting, watering, and pruning. Trainings include adherence to safety standards, following scope of work and specifications, and adhering to quality standards. Collaborate with and develop close working relationships with Urban Forestry team members, PCEF staff, other City of Portland representatives, community-based organizations, culturally specific chambers of commerce, organizations serving people of color and women-owned businesses, and others to support contractor diversity goals. Provide support to contractors and contract managers, such as resources, training, guidance, and problem solving to ensure success of contracts. Represent Urban Forestry in external forums focused on advancing contractor equity in the tree care and maintenance sector. Includes delivering presentations, developing training materials, and producing reports to share program design successes and lessons learned with colleagues and partners. Who you are: Equity Focused: You use an equity lens to ensure that projects deliver equitable outcomes. Community Engagement Superstar: Your work is rooted in equitable outcomes, community-led models, and community-driven priorities. Coach and Mentor: You are a source of information, support, and encouragement in the workplace as well as the community. Flexible and Innovative: You have an aptitude for continuous improvement and thrive in a collaborative, and evolving team environment. Project Manager: You can keep timelines and push projects forward while utilizing strong communication to collaborate with all parties. Collaborative Team Member: You help to foster an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace. About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest: Urban Forestry 's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team is responsible for the overall management, stewardship, and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies, and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing, and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health, and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA for 46 years, a Tree City of the World and the Urban Forestry program is accredited by the Urban and Community Forestry Society (formerly the Society of Municipal Arborists). About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the 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. Tuesday, Apr 16, 2024 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Watch Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/qlRX2vm9VQsRDgC81KZU14MAd7NsZ9DlM3e7KgY6OTEW5Zc24_0sHIvdjHMztrhB.PC79gCczTiwgFJoo?startTime=1713294080000 Passcode: r&0!.f36 Have a question? Hannah Zeilenga, Senior Recruiter Hannah.Zeilenga@PortlandOregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding contractor development in tree planting and/or landscaping. Ability to develop, lead, and evaluate strategies to grow Urban Forestry’s pool of contractors and to include more BIPOC and women-owned businesses. Experience leading projects, including developing work plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and evaluating outcomes. Experience conducting outreach , networking, and relationship building with diverse audiences. Applicants must also possess: Ability to pass a criminal background check upon offer of employment. A valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between April 8th - April 29th, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on this posting. 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 résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of April 29th, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé 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 would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 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 May 6th, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): Mid-May Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: Late May Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check prior to their start date. Step 6: Start Date: TBD 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: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and 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. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 09, 2024
Full Time
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 7am-3:30pm. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. Work Location: Hybrid/work location:Urban Forestry, 10910 N Denver Ave., Portland, OR 97217.There is an opportunity for limited telework. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view this labor agreement, please click here . Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. If requesting Veteran's preference, please attach your Veterans' documentation. Position Summary: Join us as the Urban Forestry (UF) Contractor Development Coordinator. In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in achieving the goals of The Equitable Tree Canopy (ETC) program by coordinating our tree planting contractors and workforce development efforts. Funding for this position is provided through the Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) , as part of a historic investment in expanding tree planting and promoting climate justice in Portland. We’re seeking an urban forestry advocate with expertise in business development to expand our community of contractors. You will create and implement strategies to build a diverse pool of skilled contractors completing up to $3M annually in contract work to plant, maintain, and grow 10,000 trees. In this role you will reach out to contractors to promote contract opportunities, provide information, and answer questions about the program. You will attend outreach events, collaborate with our tree planting team on contractor training, respond to contracting inquiries, and review contract documents. You will lead training programs for contractors, guiding them through the process of working with the City of Portland throughout their contract duration. Spanish speakers are highly encouraged to apply. As the Urban Forestry Contractor Development Coordinator, you will: Develop and implement a plan to promote opportunities for tree planting, maintenance, and nursery growing contracts, with a focus on reaching COBID certified firms, and/or supporting contractors through the COBID certification process. Perform outreach with a focus on promoting equity and diversity among contractors. Conduct outreach prior to opening of request for proposals, liaise with professional associations, conduct field visits and site tours, and provide resources. Develop and implement trainings in coordination with Urban Forestry staff for non-profit and for-profit contractors conducting tree planting, watering, and pruning. Trainings include adherence to safety standards, following scope of work and specifications, and adhering to quality standards. Collaborate with and develop close working relationships with Urban Forestry team members, PCEF staff, other City of Portland representatives, community-based organizations, culturally specific chambers of commerce, organizations serving people of color and women-owned businesses, and others to support contractor diversity goals. Provide support to contractors and contract managers, such as resources, training, guidance, and problem solving to ensure success of contracts. Represent Urban Forestry in external forums focused on advancing contractor equity in the tree care and maintenance sector. Includes delivering presentations, developing training materials, and producing reports to share program design successes and lessons learned with colleagues and partners. Who you are: Equity Focused: You use an equity lens to ensure that projects deliver equitable outcomes. Community Engagement Superstar: Your work is rooted in equitable outcomes, community-led models, and community-driven priorities. Coach and Mentor: You are a source of information, support, and encouragement in the workplace as well as the community. Flexible and Innovative: You have an aptitude for continuous improvement and thrive in a collaborative, and evolving team environment. Project Manager: You can keep timelines and push projects forward while utilizing strong communication to collaborate with all parties. Collaborative Team Member: You help to foster an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace. About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest: Urban Forestry 's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team is responsible for the overall management, stewardship, and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies, and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing, and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health, and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA for 46 years, a Tree City of the World and the Urban Forestry program is accredited by the Urban and Community Forestry Society (formerly the Society of Municipal Arborists). About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the 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. Tuesday, Apr 16, 2024 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Watch Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/qlRX2vm9VQsRDgC81KZU14MAd7NsZ9DlM3e7KgY6OTEW5Zc24_0sHIvdjHMztrhB.PC79gCczTiwgFJoo?startTime=1713294080000 Passcode: r&0!.f36 Have a question? Hannah Zeilenga, Senior Recruiter Hannah.Zeilenga@PortlandOregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding contractor development in tree planting and/or landscaping. Ability to develop, lead, and evaluate strategies to grow Urban Forestry’s pool of contractors and to include more BIPOC and women-owned businesses. Experience leading projects, including developing work plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and evaluating outcomes. Experience conducting outreach , networking, and relationship building with diverse audiences. Applicants must also possess: Ability to pass a criminal background check upon offer of employment. A valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between April 8th - April 29th, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on this posting. 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 résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of April 29th, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé 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 would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 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 May 6th, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): Mid-May Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: Late May Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check prior to their start date. Step 6: Start Date: TBD 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: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and 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. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific