The PositionJob Appointment: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: 5001 N COLUMBIA BLVD, PORTLAND OR 97203
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: Non-represented, no union affiliation . To view labor agreements, current and future, please visit the Current City Labor Agreements page .
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and cover letter. - Are you a strategic, innovative, and people-centered person?
- Are you able to successfully collaborate with and coordinate work between large and small groups?
- Are you able to lead and motive others?
If you answered “Yes!”, we want you to join our team of
amazing people at a
beautiful campus in North Portland.
The Bureau’s Operation & Maintenance Group (O&MG) protects public health, water quality, and the environment by operating and maintaining wastewater and stormwater collection and treatment facilities. With a total of 50 full-time employees, the Operations Division monitors, controls, and operates two wastewater treatment plants and nearly 100 sewage pump stations 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. As these facilities have expanded over the years, the need for site, craft, and process-specific training, planning, and coordination has also increased across all working shifts. Are you the person to fill this need as the new Operations Coordinator III?
The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) is seeking an
Operations Coordinator III to help lead, oversee, plan, coordinate, and prioritize work for the Operations Division. The Operations Coordinator III position is a newly created position that will reside within a newly formed Operations Support Team (OST). The team will strive to provide an equitable and streamlined approach to learning & development, recruitment & staffing, and planning & coordination work within the Operations Division. This position will also be instrumental in bolstering reliability-centered operations and maintenance (RCOM) within the Operations Division.
What you’ll get to do: Serve as the liaison/point of contact from the Operations Division for CMMS and asset management by collaborating with staff and management. Lead or assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and training for new employees and ensure that training is completed, and that the curriculum is reviewed and updated to remain relevant over time. Develop, coordinate, implement, evaluate, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP). Organize Division documentation in an accessible manner to enhance the sharing of information that ensures consistency in program delivery and messaging. Oversee the use of internal communication software; analyze data, identify gaps, and coordinate work to resolve issues. Assist in the coordination, development and oversight of NPDES permits and provide education and training to staff. Provide internal and external customer service relating to odor complaints, facility tours, and community educational outreach opportunities. Oversee, monitor, and coordinate needs associated with contracts and interagency agreements. Organize, coordinate, and implement the recruitment, onboarding/orientation and training overview of the Wastewater treatment processes for new and current employees.
About the Bureau of Environmental ServicesThis is an exciting time to join the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). Together we are re-imagining the work we do to ensure it aligns with Our Values:
- We implement equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery.
- We value our customers and partners.
- We carefully manage our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources.
- We encourage leadership among our employees in our City and community.
- We support a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce.
- We urge respectful communication and transparency.
- We advance innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.
At BES, we value our customers and partners; Portlanders’ sense of connection to their waterways; conscientious stewardship of our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources; a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce; leadership among our employees and in our City and community; equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery; clear communication and transparency; innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.
BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities; and who desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities.
To learn more about the work we do at BES, click on the link: www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/
Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/75720
Questions:
Terrol Johnson Senior Recruiter
terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov
To QualifyApplicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, and the ability to prepare concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and other forms of communication.Ability to demonstrate sound judgment, problem-solving, and self-initiative skills.Knowledge of and ability to use City-specific technology including general office software, specialized computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and other document management software.Knowledge of and ability to analyze, interpret, explain, and apply relevant (wastewater) laws, regulations, ordinances, policies, and operational procedures.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with represented/non-represented staff, representatives of other governmental agencies, the public, and others encountered in the course of work.Ability to train staff, provide guidance, and be a workplace leader in accomplishing overall work objectives.
Education & Experience- Required Education: Associate of Applied Science in Water/Wastewater Technology or other environmental field of study or equivalent.
- Preferred Education: Bachelor of Applied Science in Water/Wastewater Technology or other environmental field of study or equivalent.
- Required Experience: Three (3) years of experience demonstrating the KSAs listed above.
- Preferred Experience: Five (5) years of experience demonstrating the KSAs listed above.
Additional Certifications/Licenses- Required: A valid state driver’s license and an acceptable driving record at the time of hire.
- Required: A level III (3) wastewater operator certificate from Oregon DEQ upon hire, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
- Preferred: A level IIII (4) wastewater operator certificate from Oregon DEQ upon hire, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between August 19 and September 9 , 2024 Required Application Materials: Optional Application Materials: - Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips: - Your cover letter 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 cover letter.
- 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 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.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of September 9 , 2024- An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%.
- Your resume and cover letter 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 City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
- Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of September 16, 2024 - Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD - The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
- Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD 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 InformationClick 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 EmployerA 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), includingcontributions 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: 9/9/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
