City of Portland Climate Commission Coordinator (Coordinator II)- Limited Duration (Close Oct 31)

Salary: $59,072.00 - $109,512.00 Annually

Location: OR

Job Type: Regular

Bureau: Bureau of Planning and Sustainability

Job Number: 2022-01398

Closing: 10/31/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

The 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.


In Portland, our window is closing to reduce planet-warming carbon emissions and avoid the worst-case climate change scenarios. Portlanders already are experiencing record-shattering heat, choking smoke from increasing wildfires, more frequent floods, and other extreme weather that is changing our lives and the city we share.But there is good news. We have a plan, the technologies — and we still have the time — to change the course of events for the people of Portland, those here today and those who will come after us. But we must act now. Will you join us?The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability seeks a Climate Commission Coordinator (Coordinator II) Limited Duration to help develop the scope of a new commission that will provide input to the City’s climate-related work.
Role & Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the process of creating a new City Commission related to decarbonization, climate justice and sustainability. Analyze, research, develop, coordinate, and implement a process to determine the program scope, charter, and desired outcomes of a new high-level City Commission for City-Council consideration. Establish guidelines and operational standards for the new Commission.

  • Coordinate with staff and city leadership. Set agendas, execute meetings, problem-solve. Work with the bureau’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Deputy Director, Director, City Attorneys, and a variety of City program managers to ensure the role of the new commission is consistent with City objectives and legal parameters. This includes coordinating with staff representing the Commissioner-in-Charge and other bureaus.

  • Design and implement community engagement strategies related to the potential creation of a new Climate Commission. Develop and implement ongoing working groups, special project teams, and collaborative efforts with other staff and external stakeholders and committees.

  • Archive/keep records per City and State compliance requirements. Prepare and track related correspondence, documents, and reports for the Commission and staff. Prepare ordinances, resolutions, and other Council filing documentation for Council action. The Climate Commission Coordinator will report to the Chief Sustainability Officer.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualified candidates commonly have backgrounds in coalition, board or commission management, project management, public administration.

Ideal Candidate.

  • Process-oriented: Uses strong communication skills to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and strong organizational skills to create, implement, and document processes.

  • Collaborative: Is an outgoing professional who values partnership and develops and supports relationships to get things done.

  • Values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Uses DEI concepts to guide and inform your work.

  • Project Management: Has demonstrated success leading projects from beginning through end with a hands on approach.

About the Bureau:
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability develops creative and practical solutions 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 (http://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 abroad 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 all 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 candidates for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply.

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.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
As of October 18, 2021, all City employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. This is required for all positions at the City of Portland. Proof of being fully vaccinated is required by date of hire. You may request an exception, for health or religious reasons, from getting the COVID-19 vaccine at the time a position is offered.

Work Location
Currently, many positions with the City of Portland are being performed remotely due to COVID. In the future, current positions classified as “full-time remote” will: 1) become a remote/onsite mix or 2) revert to full-time at a city work location.

To Qualify

Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their supplemental question responses and resume how their education, training, work experience and/or lived experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:     

  1. Ability to collaborate with communities of color and people traditionally unrepresented in local decision-making and to ensure inclusive participation and communication for those underrepresented communities.

  2. Ability to learn and apply City rules, policies, and procedures related to boards and commissions.

  3. Ability to understand bureau and City leadership priorities and to consider internal and external stakeholders needs when formulating recommendations for City priorities.

  4. Ability to effectively communicate and to present information and recommendations clearly and persuasively both verbally and in writing.

  5. Knowledge of principles and methods of community engagement and outreach which should include how to build and maintain the publics awareness of mission and goals of a program.

Applicant must also:

  • 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 supplemental questions are weighted 100%. Do not attach materials not requested.  Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an 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 Activity Schedule:

  • Job Posting closes: 10/31/2022

  • Applications Reviewed: week of 11/7/2022

  • Eligible List / Notices Generated: week of 11/14/2022

  • 1st Round of Interviews: week of 11/21/22

  • Job Offer: early December

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a professional resume and responses to the supplemental questions 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 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.

  • 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 resume 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.

  • If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, as identified below, please describe in your responses to the supplemental questions and resume 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 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, 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: https://www.portland.gov/bhr/events.

Contact Information:
Bureau of Human Resources
Karen Ehn, Senior Recruiter
karen.ehn@portlandoregon.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer