Portland Clean Industry Hub Coordinator (Close Jan 24)

Clean Industry Hub Coordinator (Coordinator II) - Limited Duration

Salary

$56,264.00 - $104,291.00 Annually

Location

1900 SW 4th Ave, OR

Job Type

Limited Duration

Bureau

Bureau of Planning and Sustainability

Job Number

2022-00012

Closing

1/24/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

Workplaces across Portland, the United States and the world are making tough decisions about how to protect their employees and community from COVID-19. We, too, find ourselves in the middle of this complex situation at the City of Portland. We are committed to ensuring the health and safety for our employees and our community. As a part of this commitment, all City employees are required to be fully vaccinated, effective October 18, 2021. Proof of full vaccination, or documentation of plans to become fully vaccinated (e.g., partially vaccinated however too soon for second dose, etc.) will be required prior to being hired by the City of Portland. The required vaccination is a minimum qualification requirement to be hired by the City of Portland. We understand that some are unable to be vaccinated for a variety of reasons, including medical and religious/spiritual reasons. Should you be offered employment with the City of Portland, there is an exception process that provides for an exception and reasonable accommodation based on a qualified medical condition or religious/spiritual reason. Exception Request Process for COVID-19 vaccine (Exceptions only apply to candidate(s) offered a position; please do not submit at this time)


This is a Limited Duration position. Persons appointed to limited term positions will be designated as limited duration employees whose appointment shall not exceed two (2) years except for the extension of grants or funding from outside sources.

The Bureau of Planning & Sustainability is seeking a Clean Industry Development Coordinator (Coordinator II) to help Portland to become a national leader in clean industry development and circular economy practices. The Clean Industry Development Coordinator will project manage a clean industry study and analysis to evaluate the scope, role and needs for creating a clean industry hub in Portland that supports the decarbonization, circular economy practices and more efficient use of materials and resources for the largest individual emitters of greenhouse gases in Portland: industry and large institutions, such as hospitals and higher education. The Clean Industry Development Coordinator will commission this study and manage and oversee the request for proposals, ensuring that it meets timelines and outcome goals. They will also convene and provide staff support to a diverse 20-member stakeholder advisory committee to inform this project and identify synergies and collaboration opportunities, support implementation of pilot projects and work with the advisory committee and consultants to identify an implementation plan for moving this work ahead after the study is complete.

Role & Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide oversight for clean industry hub analysis, manage stakeholder group, develop implementation plan, including supporting potential pilot projects and funding options. This work will be in partnership with Prosper Portland.

  • Working with BPS Contracts Administrator and City Procurement, lead process to review and select contractor and manage contract with BPS Finance team.

  • Work with consultant team to determine and finalize the scope of the study and provide regular feedback and guidance.

  • Ensure study meets objectives and is delivered on time with workable recommendations.

  • Coordinate and convene stakeholder advisory group for clean industry hub.

  • Regularly convene stakeholder group collectively, and work with stakeholders individually to seek their input and guidance on the study.

  • Work with stakeholders to develop and identify specific action recommendations and implementable ideas, including providing support for specific pilot projects.

  • Identify action plan for implementing clean industry hub including near term and longer-term actions.

  • In collaboration with others, support pursuance of funding opportunities for implementing clean industry action plan.

About the Bureau

The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability develops creative and practical solutions that 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; policy and technical services to advance green building and a just transition to clean energy, waste prevention, composting and recycling, and a sustainable food system; policy to address climate change; policy, projects and outreach related to the Smart City PDX program and are responsible for administering the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund. https://www.portland.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. Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and other people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. BPS considers lived experience, and transferrable skills as qualifying unless an item is labeled as required. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and the candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply.

City of Portland Core Values:Anti-racism | Communication | Collaboration | Equity | Transparency | Fiscal Responsibility

These values guide our actions as we serve the community and engage our workforce. To learn more about the City's core values, please click here.

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. The City of Portland also participates in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). For more information on the City of Portland's benefits please click here.


Work Location
Currently, many positions with the City of Portland are being performed remotely due to COVID-19. Some employees are working from home full-time, while other roles cannot be filled in a remote status. In the future, current positions classified as “full-time remote” could: 1) remain full-time remote, 2) become a remote/onsite mix, or 3) revert to full-time at a city work location.

To Qualify

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

  1. At least 5 years’ experience in project management and program administration.

  2. Knowledge and experience working with different stakeholders, including the business community, and ability to facilitate inclusive participation in programs, dialogue and shared agreements.

  3. Experience evaluating consultant proposals; administering and overseeing the management of consultant contracts.

  4. Ability to exercise independent judgment, problem-solve, and take initiative within established procedures and guidelines.

  5. Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing; prepare concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and other documents.

  6. Ability to research, plan, and implement programmatic actions, including determining ways to finance plans.

  7. Understanding of sustainable economy issues and climate change.


Applicants Must Also Possess:

  • Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per City/State mandate or have an approved exception by date of hire.


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: 1/03/22 to 1/24/22

  • Applications Reviewed: week of 1/24/22

  • Eligible List: week of 1/31/22

  • Selection Phase Begins: week of 2/7/22

  • Job Offer: February/March 2022

**Timeline is approximate and subject to change without notice**

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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations: If you identify as a person with a disability, are pregnant or nursing, or observe a religious practice(s), 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.


Language Pay Differential: City of Portland employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English, may be eligible to receive a “language pay differential.” This is compensation for qualifying multilingual City employees who use their language skill to assist the community. More about the language pay differential can be found here.


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.


Questions about the application process?
John DiGrazia, Senior Recruiter

Bureau of Human Resources
John.DiGrazia@portlandoregon.gov
(503) 758-2030