SALARY: $73,028.80 - $104,208.00 Annually
LOCATION: OR, OR
JOB TYPE: Limited Duration
JOB NUMBER: 2024-00080
BUREAU: Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
OPENING DATE: 01/15/2024
CLOSING DATE: 2/19/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Full Time, Limited Duration. 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.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm. Alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work to be conducted at The Vanport Building located at 1810 SW 5th Avenue. Field work is also required at various locations within the City. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position
Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view labor agreements, current and future, please visit the Current City Labor Agreements page.
Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
About the Position:
The City of Portland’s Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) is hiring for a Business Compost & Waste Reduction Outreach Coordinator to help Portland’s food businesses expand food scraps collection and meet compost requirements. This position will spend much of their time working directly with businesses, including multilingual and multicultural businesses across Portland. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable visiting businesses, engaging busy managers and employees in a friendly and respectful way, and providing clear and helpful education and assistance with composting and food waste reduction.
As a Business Compost & Waste Reduction Outreach Coordinator, you will:
Conduct outreach to businesses around commercial food scrap composting requirement, including partnering with community-based organizations to reach underserved businesses.
Assist businesses in effective compost collection, food waste prevention practices, and food donation measures.
Help businesses overcome barriers to setting up compost, including working with garbage companies, business’ property manager or parent company, and City or County staff.
Collaborate with outreach and communications staff to develop new methods of reaching businesses, including increasing awareness of the compost requirement.
Deliver resources to businesses, including compost containers and training materials.
Track and record outreach and assistance through our database.
Report on outreach effectiveness, using our database and other tools.
Participate in regional work groups and meetings.
Our Ideal Candidate is:
Multilingual: Bilingual fluency, both oral and written (e.g., fluency in writing/speaking/reading in Spanish or one of the top-spoken languages in Portland, such as Vietnamese, Chinese, or Russian).
Collaborative and Independent: An outgoing professional who values partnership and stakeholder relationships. Someone who can work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
Strong Communicator: An effective communicator who listens intently, works to identify concerns, engages respectfully, relays information clearly, checks for understanding, and adapts their communication style to meet the needs of the audience.
Aware of Businesses’ Challenges: Able to gain the trust of businesses by demonstrating an understanding of the complexities of operating a business and implementing new programs.
Proficient Time Manager: Demonstrates exceptional planning skills, consistently meeting deadlines with precision. Responds promptly to inquiries from both internal teams and external stakeholders, showcasing efficient time allocation and prioritization.
Solutions Oriented: A problem solver who applies critical thinking to develop various approaches to tackle issues and opportunities.
Invested in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Use DEI concepts to guide and inform work. Experience with inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive settings and values.
Emotionally Intelligent: Motivated, passionate, team-oriented, and empathetic. Strong interpersonal skills.
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; administration of the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund; policy to address climate change; regulation of private franchise utilities; administration of the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission; and digital equity and inclusion policy, projects and outreach.
For more information about Portland’s recycling, composting and garbage programs visit: https://www.portland.gov/bps/garbage-recycling
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 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.
Questions?
Jaclyn Snyder, Senior Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
Experience researching, planning and implementing education and engagement programs, services or campaigns; preferably with a business audience.
Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively.
Experience working with community members from diverse social, cultural, or economic backgrounds, including those whose primary language is not English.
Knowledge of environmental sustainability principles and practices, such as composting, recycling, waste prevention, or other aspects of sustainability.
Ability to collaborate with a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to City services.
Ability to effectively utilize the Microsoft Suite and to track, record and analyze data.
Although not required, you may have one or more of the following:
Education/Training: General course work from an accredited college or university.
Experience: 1-3 years of experience with community engagement, sales, or customer service.
Driving: Possess a valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Multilingual: Bilingual fluency, both oral and written (e.g., fluency in writing/speaking/reading in Spanish or one of the top-spoken languages in Portland, such as Vietnamese, Chinese, or Russian).
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between January 15, 2024 - February 5, 2024
Required Application Materials:
Resume
Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips:
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.
Do not attach materials not requested.
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. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of February 5, 2024
An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
Your resume 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.
You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. 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.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of February 12, 2024
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): February
Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: March
Step 6: Start Date: April
A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
Click here for additional information regarding the following:
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
Agency
City of Portland
Address
1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987
Portland, Oregon, 97204
Phone
503-823-4757
Website
http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs
Business Compost and Waste Reduction Outreach Coordinator (Coord I (NE) - CPPW) - Limited Duration Supplemental Questionnaire*QUESTION 1
Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.
The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy.
Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay question with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration.
Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.
Have you read and understood all the information listed above?
Yes
No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement.
*QUESTION 2
Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)
*QUESTION 3
The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process)
My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality.
You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality.
*QUESTION 4
Do you have experience researching, planning and implementing education and engagement programs, services or campaigns, preferably with a business audience?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 5
Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience researching, planning and implementing education and engagement programs, services or campaigns, preferably with a business audience.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
*QUESTION 6
Do you have the ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 7
Provide a detailed example(s) of your ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
*QUESTION 8
Do you have experience working with community members from diverse social, cultural, or economic backgrounds, including those whose primary language is not English?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 9
Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience working with community members from diverse social, cultural, or economic backgrounds, including those whose primary language is not English.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
*QUESTION 10
Do you have knowledge of environmental sustainability principles and practices, such as composting, recycling, waste prevention, or other aspects of sustainability?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 11
Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge of environmental sustainability principles and practices, such as composting, recycling, waste prevention, or other aspects of sustainability.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
*QUESTION 12
Do you have the ability to collaborate with a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to City services?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 13
Provide a detailed example(s) of your ability to collaborate with a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to City services.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
*QUESTION 14
Do you have the ability to effectively utilize the Microsoft Suite and to track, record and analyze data?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 15
Provide a detailed example(s) of your ability to effectively utilize the Microsoft Suite and to track, record and analyze data.
In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:
Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.
*QUESTION 16
Please note the following question will not be considered during minimum qualification review. The information provided will be reviewed after the eligible list is created.
Although not required, please provide information for any of the following preferred qualifications:
Education/Training: General course work from an accredited college or university.
Experience: 1-3 years of experience with community engagement, sales, or customer service.
Driving: Possess a valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Multilingual: Bilingual fluency, both oral and written (e.g., fluency in writing/speaking/reading in Spanish or one of the top-spoken languages in Portland, such as Vietnamese, Chinese, or Russian).
(Enter N/A if you do not have relevant experience)
* Required Question