Equity Manager (Analyst III)
Salary $72,530.00 - $131,248.00 Annually
Location 1900 SW 4th Ave, OR
Job Type Regular
Bureau Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
Job Number 2020-00198
Closing 3/9/2020 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
The Bureau of Planning & Sustainability (BPS) is seeking an Equity Manager. This position will be a resource for the bureau's staff, program and project managers, leadership and executive teams to create a workplace where equity becomes central to everyday decisions and is embedded in bureau operations. The Equity Manager will lead the bureau in proactively implementing equitable policies, practices, and actions, as well as helping influence attitudes within the bureau that will produce equitable access, opportunities, and outcomes for bureau workforce and the communities we serve.
Experience & Competencies for Success:
The successful candidate will independently perform work in support of bureau mission, goals and objectives, by providing expert technical guidance and implementation leadership on equity and inclusion issues within bureau programs that impact the workforce and the communities we serve in the following ways:
Working with all bureau staff and community partners to create a shared understanding of the needs and opportunities to increase equity in BPS work.
Helping to shape and influence the bureau's strategic and budget priorities to prioritize and center equity throughout the work.
Conducting research, analyzing data, and preparing policy and procedure documents to address identified needs and issues including metrics for tracking monitoring and reporting results of equity efforts.
Co-creating bureau strategic analysis to embed equity into all BPS operations, both to embolden a diverse workforce and to examine how our programs and services are reaching our communities externally.
Representing BPS for Citywide equity work and coordinating equity policies and strategies with the Office of Equity and Human Rights and other equity managers from other bureaus.
Supervising two direct reports that coordinate internal and external equity work and Racial Equity Plan implementation.
Developing and managing Title II and Civil Rights Title VI compliance and improvements, providing guidance on meaningful access accommodations.
Characteristics of an Ideal Equity Manager
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
Demonstrate the ability to perform advanced equity analysis and advanced understanding of intersectional approaches.
Demonstrate understanding of tools and strategies necessary to dismantle structural and institutional racism as well as disrupt individual racism.
Demonstrate skills and expertise in facilitation and navigating conflict through a trauma informed lens.
Demonstrate understanding of the ways that systems of oppression (racism, sexism heterosexism, cissexism, ageism, classism, ableism, and other forms of oppression) impact the workplace and communities and are perpetuated in policies and systems.
Demonstrate commitment to building strong relationships with bureau staff, other bureau partners and external community members.
Demonstrate an understanding of the necessity and value of community organizing.
Demonstrate willingness to share the work and share leadership.
For more information on the position and current BPS equity work plans, please visit:
https://beta.portland.gov/bps/news/2020/2/19/apply-be-bps-equity-manager
https://beta.portland.gov/bps/about-planning-and-sustainability-bps#toc-addressing-equity
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About the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) 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. https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bps/
BPS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. BPS encourages 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.
Why join 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
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
Knowledge and commitment to understanding and eradicating structural racial inequity.
Experience learning and creating solutions for issues surrounding access, equity, diversity, inclusion, implicit bias and/or institutional racism.
Ability to collaborate and co-create with communities of color and people traditionally under-represented in local decision-making; facilitate inclusive participation in programs and activities; communicate cross-culturally.
Ability to strategically apply analytic and problem-solving skills to independently develop sound decisions, conclusions, and recommendations while navigating sensitive political environments.
Ability to research and prepare recommendations on complex bureau policies, plans, programs and community engagement related to urban planning, community development, and sustainability issues.
The Recruitment Process
An evaluation of each applicant's training and experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. Do not attach materials not requested. 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.
**PLEASE NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies**
Recruitment Timeline:
Posting: 2/24/20 – 3/9/20
Applications Reviewed: 3/9/20 – 3/16/120
Eligible List: week of 3/16/20
Selection Phase Begins: Tentatively 3/30/20
Job Offer: Tentatively mid-April 2020
**Timeline is approximate and subject to change without notice**
Additional Information
Application Instructions
Applicants must submit a professional résumé and a cover letter 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 résumé and cover letter 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 education, training and/or experience, and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications.
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.
All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
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.
Did you know? The City of Portland offers How to Apply Classes that are free and review best practices for applying to the City. Follow the link for the most recent list of scheduled dates: www.bit.ly/howtoapplyclass
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Questions?John DiGrazia, Senior Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
John.DiGrazia@portlandoregon.gov
(503) 823-4034
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
AgencyCity of Portland
Address1120 SW 5th Ave, 404
Portland, Oregon, 97204
Phone503-823-6821