City of Portland BPS Communications Mgr (Close 11/4)

Communications Manager (Coordinator IV)

Salary

$83,325.00 - $145,808.00 Annually

Location

1900 SW 4th Ave, OR

Job Type

Regular

Bureau

Bureau of Planning and Sustainability

Job Number

2019-00984

Closing

11/4/2019 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

The City of Portland and the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability are seeking a Communications Manager to join the team.

The Communications Manager organizes and directs all communications planning, marketing, materials production and media relations activities for the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) with discretion and awareness of intergovernmental and community issues. Under close alignment with the BPS Equity and Community Engagement teams, the Communications Manager serves as the top public information professional; manages media relations; and oversees a staff of six strategic communications, public affairs and design professionals to carry out bureau-wide public information programs.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Communications Manager is a motivating leader and manager to meet the unique communications and collateral needs of BPS' projects and programs. They partner with program managers, creative and community engagement staff from initial brainstorming of concepts, to planning and implementing campaigns that drive engagement and action.

The Communications Manager meets regularly with BPS Leadership and Management teams, as well as other City bureaus, to influence strategy and make decisions about messaging, and coordinate communications across the City. They serve as a bureau spokesperson for media inquiries, to community partners and when presenting to City Council with tact, diplomacy and discretion.


The Communications Manager works with the bureau's Equity Team to develop an equity lens and strategy for communications.

The Communications Manager sets context, goals, purpose, and direction for the entire team, fostering an inclusive, communicative, and collaborative work environment, including leading daily and weekly project meetings. This position brings structure and process to a fluid environment, managing tight timelines, competing priorities and multiple stakeholders. They oversee and help resolve project concerns in the day-to-day production of all of BPS' printed and digital brand marketing/communication materials including website, reports, presentations, brochures, banners, flyers, program guides, and presentation materials. The Communications Manager leads an integrated team of designers and writers in creative sessions to generate ideas and help them use their talents effectively. They manage internal client communications including project expectations, negotiations and feedback.

The Communications Manager works with various staff to conceive and implement concepts, guidelines and strategies in various creative projects, delegate projects among team members, and suggest improvements to ensure products and services adhere to bureau guidelines and the established specifications of the project. They stay abreast of the latest techniques and tools used in social media, design, and marketing -- ensuring team members have adequate resources and training.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE possesses strong strategic vision and focus and accomplished communications and marketing skills to lead campaign development and content production through the entire project life-cycle: onboarding, planning, delivery, maintenance and measurement. They are a seasoned communications professional who works collaboratively with writers, editors, designers, web developers, and social media.

About the Bureau:
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability develops creative and practical solutions to enhance Portland's livability, preserve distinctive places and plan for a resilient future. We are committed to advancing equity as a means of achieving prosperous, healthy, resilient communities. In collaboration with community partners, we provide: comprehensive land use, neighborhood, economic, historic and environmental planning, and urban design; research, policy and technical services to advance green building, energy efficiency and the use of solar and renewable energy, waste prevention, composting and recycling, and a sustainable food system; policy and actions to address climate change; and policy, projects and outreach related to the Smart City PDX program. We are committed to advancing equity as a means of achieving prosperous, healthy, resilient communities. https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bps/

BPS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. We encourage candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply. Although not required, BPS encourages candidates that can fluently speak more than one language to include that information in your resume. BPS offers an excellent benefits package, flexible work schedules and support for training and skills development in a positive, engaging and creative work environment.

About the City of Portland
Lauded as one of the best places to live in America, Portland is a city with a vibrant downtown, diverse neighborhoods, natural beauty, good schools and friendly people. Home to about 650,000 residents within 145 square miles, Portland maintains deep ties to the Pacific Northwest's natural beauty. Portland is listed among the top 25 arts destinations in the United States, named one of the best cycling cities in North America, and one of America's best walking towns. Mount Hood, the Cascade Mountain Range and the renowned Oregon Coast are all just over an hour away. There are 37,000 acres of parks and green spaces within the metropolitan area including the largest urban wilderness in the U.S.: the 5,000-acre Forest Park located within the city limits. Average temperatures range between 34° in winter to 80° in summer and Portland receives 37" of rain annually, less than Seattle, Houston, Baltimore, Boston and Atlanta.

Why work at the City of Portland?
The City of Portland workforce serves a population of over 650,000. We are culture- and solutions-driven, viewing every challenge as an opportunity to learn, improve, and share our expertise. We are committed to removing systemic barriers to resources, access, and opportunity. The City is a believer in ALL people and continues to actively recruit and retain diverse top talent every day. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. If you are open-minded, motivated, community-focused, and self-aware, please apply yourself at the City of Portland today.

To Qualify

Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:

  1. Knowledge and experience applying the practices of communication programming management including development, implementation and measurement.

  2. Experience and skill critically thinking and problem-solving, and making recommendations on complex community and intergovernmental relations, community relations, media relations, community outreach, and public affairs issues and strategies.

  3. Experience communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing (correspondence, reports, studies and other written materials) including presenting information clearly, concisely and persuasively to the media and in public settings.

  4. Experience developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including collaborating with communities of color and people traditionally underrepresented in local decision-making and facilitating inclusive participation in programs and activities.

  5. Knowledge and experience developing and implementing culturally conscious and competent communications and outreach with an equity lens.

  6. Experience or knowledge supervising a multicultural workforce, promoting an equitable workplace environment, and applying equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services.

The Recruitment Process

An evaluation of each applicant's training and experience, as demonstrated in their cover letter and résumé, weighted 100%. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. 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.

Do not attach materials not requested.

Recruitment Activity Schedule:

  • Job Posting closes: 11/4/19

  • Applications Reviewed: week of 11/4/19

  • Eligible List / Notices Generated: week of 11/11/19

  • 1st Round of Interviews: Early December

  • 2nd Round of Interviews (if needed): Mid December

  • Job Offer: January 2020

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.
Applicant InstructionsApplicants must submit a cover letter and professional résumé online, specifically focused on your qualifications for this position as identified in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement in accordance with the following Application Instructions:

  • Your cover letter and résumé will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.

  • Your cover letter should include details describing your experience, training and/or education, and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications as related to the qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section.

  • Your résumé should support the details described in your cover letter.

  • If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, as identified below, please describe in your cover letter and résumé any transferrable skills obtained during your military service and how they relate to each of the required minimum qualifications under the "To Qualify" section above.

Please note, all completed applications (cover letter, and résumé) 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. Do not attach materials not requested. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

Additional Information

Work Status: Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.

Veterans' Preference: If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, attach a copy of your DD214/DD215 and/or Veterans Administration letter stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veterans' Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment to which you apply. Veterans' Preference documentation must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on the closing date of this recruitment.

ADA Accommodations: If you identify as a person with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation when applying for this job, please contact the Recruiter below for assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.


Contact Information
John Di Grazia, Senior Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
John.DiGrazia@portlandoregon.gov
(503) 823-4034

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer