Senior Solid Waste Planner
Salary: $84,739.20 - $113,568.00 Annually
Location: Community Stewardship Deployment Center, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Department: Waste Prevention and Environmental Services
Job Number: 2022-0345-WPES
Closing: 10/18/2022 5:00 PM Pacific
Position summary:
Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today and tomorrow. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits program. Learn more about the benefits Metro offers.
Metro’s Waste Prevention and Environmental Services (WPES) department is recruiting two full time Senior Solid Waste Planners to join the Community Stewardship team. This team provides cleanup services addressing dumped and abandoned waste issues to achieve outcomes that support the goals and principles of the 2030 Regional Waste Plan. These positions will work together to lead program development, strategic planning, engagement and evaluation efforts including that of the RID Patrol workforce transition program. These positions will have the opportunity to collaborate with regional partners and workforce advocates to create workforce opportunities for individuals experiencing systemic employment barriers with a focus on solid waste sector employment and those disproportionately impacted by incarceration.
These two positions will collaborate and support each other’s roles and responsibilities.
As the Program Development Specialist you will:
Manage the design, expansion and evaluation of the RID Patrol workforce transition program and the implementation of the workforce strategic plan.
Develop people centered program goals, metrics, and wrap-around support services, and establish workforce best practices to reduce barriers.
Engage regional partners, workforce advocates and community-based organizations to build strong relationships, establish staffing partnerships, and support services.
Identify problems or challenges early and elevate as needed. Establish budgets, manage contracts, review invoices, and develop reports.
Provide ongoing support to the Program Planning and Engagement Specialist with program coordination, planning, evaluation, and community engagement.
As the Program Planning and Engagement Specialist you will:
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to expand and improve program services including the sharps collections disposal services, cleanup services, and the Metro bag program.
Lead strategic planning efforts to increase efficiency, improve processes, and incorporate equity into all program aspects.
Develop program services, policies and metrics, and define and incorporate service equity into program services.
Collaborate with staff to identify dumping causes, sources, and barriers, how best to address and reduce trash impacts and barriers.
Lead communication, engagement, and outreach efforts, revise and maintain communication tools and resources, and develop multi-lingual program information and reporting tools.
Identify problems or challenges early and elevate as needed. Establish budgets, manage contracts, review invoices, and develop reports.
Provide ongoing support to the Program Development Specialist with the design, expansion, and evaluation of the RID Patrol workforce transition program.
Attributes for success:
Strong project management, time management and organization skills, including ability to develop and coordinate complex projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively orally and in writing; development of culturally aware informational materials to distill and effectively communicate complex concepts and projects.
Strong collaborative leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to form and maintain partnerships, lead groups, and work effectively with others on a common task, and ability to work effectively and respectfully with people of different cultures, backgrounds and perspectives.
Ability to maintain a high level of strategic planning and organizational practices while effectively and efficiently tracking the status of a variety of projects and tasks.
Ability to work collaboratively to respond to issues, seek conflict resolutions and take ownership of mistakes, positive attitude, flexible in adapting to situations and people.
Knowledge of harm-reduction principles and trauma-informed practices; ability to apply them to program development.
Emotional intelligence and capacity to respond flexibly to a range of possible situations.
Ability to be culturally aware and practice cultural humility; engage knowledgeably with people across cultures, continually gain cultural knowledge, develop cultural self-awareness and an ongoing process of self-reflection and self-critique, understand and address power imbalances and be accountable for providing inclusive and equitable services.
Ability, understanding and capacity to incorporate racial equity into everyday work tasks and program development.
Diversity and inclusion: At Metro, we’re committed to hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, recognizing that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We invest in employees by supporting equitable and inclusive hiring practices, employee policies and training programs.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum qualifications:
Three years of experience in solid waste, project management, human services, or public policy development AND
A Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, public administration, social work, or any related area of study; OR
Any combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job.
COVID-19 vaccination requirement:
Metro is committed to ensuring the health and safety for our employees and our community. As a part of this commitment, Metro has implemented a vaccine requirement policy for employees, paid and unpaid interns and volunteers.
Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is considered a minimum qualification requirement for Metro job applicants. This proof will be requested during the hiring process.
If you require an accommodation under this policy for a medical condition or disability, or sincerely held religious belief, please email benefits.help@oregonmetro.gov.
If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply:
If I was terminated for cause during any of my employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, I understand I may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.
Like to have qualifications:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position.
Experience developing, launching, and implementing workforce programs.
Knowledge and experience working with people impacted by incarceration/formally incarcerated, and people experiencing homelessness.
Knowledge and experience working with and navigating local worker readiness and wraparound support programs.
Experience analyzing procedures or policies with an equity lens and recommending improvements.
COMPENSATION AND REPRESENTATION
Based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements, Metro’s internal equity review process, and the candidates’ qualifications, the appointment will typically be made between $84,739.20 to $98,092.80. The full-salary range for this position is $84,739.20 to $113,568.00 annually.
These positions are not eligible for overtime and are represented by AFSCME 3580. These positions are classified as Senior Solid Waste Planner (Download PDF reader). Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.
Work location:
This position is eligible to work from home or in the office. Office options include:
RID Deployment Center, 1630 SE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97214, or
Metro Regional Center, 600 NE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97232
While this position is a flexible/hybrid work from home position, at times team members are expected to travel to Metro work sites, conferences, and other locations to provide program evaluation and support to employees, conduct meetings, or collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Employees will have access to Metro vehicles or may receive a transportation stipend when using their own vehicle.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
A completed online application
Attachment of a cover letter stating your experience and how it relates to the role(s)
The selection process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.
Initial review of minimum qualifications
In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/interviews – anticipate first round of interviews week of November 7th
Reference check
Additional Information
Questions?
Recruiter: Carrie Gundermann
Email: carrie.gundermann@oregonmetro.gov
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
COVID-19 safety: The health and safety of our employees and community is a top priority for Metro. Employees will be required to follow all Metro COVID-related policies and procedures, which may meet or exceed guidelines set forth by the CDC, Oregon Health Authority, and other federal, state and local jurisdictions. Learn more at oregonmetro.gov/COVID-19.
Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.
Online applications: Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, call 503-797-1570.
Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-797-1570.
Pay equity at Metro: Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS): Unless otherwise stated in a collective bargaining agreement, Metro pays both the employee and employer portion of PERS contributions for eligible employees.
Veterans' preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.