Opens: January 21, 2019
Closes: February 8, 2019
Salary range: $ 92,851 - $ 162,490 per year
Position
The Chief Hearings Officer acts on behalf of City Council to conduct quasi-judicial administrative hearings and render impartial decisions related to code enforcement, land use, vehicle tows, appeals, and other types of cases.
The Hearings Office is a division of the City Auditor’s Office, which provides it administrative support and a neutral base from which to make its decisions, which are subject to appellate review. As an elected official, the Auditor is independent of the Mayor, Commissioners, and City management.
In addition to hearing cases and preparing written decisions, the Chief Hearings Officer manages a small office. The Hearings Office is staffed by two full-time administrative clerks and one part-time Hearings Officer. The Chief Hearings Officer may assign cases to rotating on-call Hearings Officers under contract to the Auditor’s Office when outside assistance is needed to manage caseloads, conflicts, or provide land-use expertise.
The Auditor’s Office values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion in delivering public services and everyday interactions in the workplace. The Office encourages candidates with experience working with a broad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply.
To Qualify
Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and resume how their education, training and experience meets each of the following minimum qualifications:
A juris doctor from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar
Five years of progressively responsible experience conducting or participating in quasi-judicial administrative hearings or contested cases
Extensive knowledge of City Code and Charter provisions, federal and state laws, court decisions, and other legal requirements relevant to conducting quasi-judicial administrative hearings
Knowledge of administrative law, specifically as it relates to the hearings process, rules of evidence, findings of fact, and conclusions of law
Ability to render findings and determinations on cases heard, based on neutral consideration of the issues, sound legal reasoning, and good judgment.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; provide clear explanations of complex principles.
Management skills necessary to oversee the operations of a small office and supervise staff
To apply, submit a:
detailed cover letter with examples that demonstrate how your experience and knowledge meet each of the minimum qualifications of the position listed above;
resume; and
legal writing sample suitable for assessing the your analytical and writing ability.
Application Instructions
Applicants must submit their cover letter, resume, and legal writing sample through the City of Portland’s electronic application system ( https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bhr/54930 ).
These materials will be reviewed to determine if candidates meet the qualifications listed above. To successfully pass the initial screening process, you must ensure that your cover letter addresses each numbered point and includes examples that illustrate your experience and expertise. It is advised that applicants organize their cover letters using the numbered list to ensure each is addressed. Only candidates who meet the qualifications will be eligible for an interview.
Your cover letter and resume should be no more than five pages combined. The length of legal writing samples is not limited, but brevity is a plus.
If you are requesting Veteran’s Preference, attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215 and/or Veteran’s Administration letter stating your disability. You must request a Veteran’s Preference in your cover letter AND include a copy of your documentation with your application materials.
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
This position is covered by Civil Service protections as described in the Auditor’s Human Resources Administrative Rules (AUHR 8.05 and AUHR 3.15). The Auditor’s Office does not use Civil Service exams as a minimum qualification for its positions.
Non-U.S. citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
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. If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, the requests must be made to the Analyst named below no later than the closing date of this announcement .
Questions about the hiring process?
Andrew Bryans, Administrative Specialist II
Auditor’s Office
andrew.bryans@portlandoregon.gov
For more information about the Auditor’s Office: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/auditor/
Full Time
Opens: January 21, 2019
Closes: February 8, 2019
Salary range: $ 92,851 - $ 162,490 per year
Position
The Chief Hearings Officer acts on behalf of City Council to conduct quasi-judicial administrative hearings and render impartial decisions related to code enforcement, land use, vehicle tows, appeals, and other types of cases.
The Hearings Office is a division of the City Auditor’s Office, which provides it administrative support and a neutral base from which to make its decisions, which are subject to appellate review. As an elected official, the Auditor is independent of the Mayor, Commissioners, and City management.
In addition to hearing cases and preparing written decisions, the Chief Hearings Officer manages a small office. The Hearings Office is staffed by two full-time administrative clerks and one part-time Hearings Officer. The Chief Hearings Officer may assign cases to rotating on-call Hearings Officers under contract to the Auditor’s Office when outside assistance is needed to manage caseloads, conflicts, or provide land-use expertise.
The Auditor’s Office values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion in delivering public services and everyday interactions in the workplace. The Office encourages candidates with experience working with a broad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply.
To Qualify
Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and resume how their education, training and experience meets each of the following minimum qualifications:
A juris doctor from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar
Five years of progressively responsible experience conducting or participating in quasi-judicial administrative hearings or contested cases
Extensive knowledge of City Code and Charter provisions, federal and state laws, court decisions, and other legal requirements relevant to conducting quasi-judicial administrative hearings
Knowledge of administrative law, specifically as it relates to the hearings process, rules of evidence, findings of fact, and conclusions of law
Ability to render findings and determinations on cases heard, based on neutral consideration of the issues, sound legal reasoning, and good judgment.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; provide clear explanations of complex principles.
Management skills necessary to oversee the operations of a small office and supervise staff
To apply, submit a:
detailed cover letter with examples that demonstrate how your experience and knowledge meet each of the minimum qualifications of the position listed above;
resume; and
legal writing sample suitable for assessing the your analytical and writing ability.
Application Instructions
Applicants must submit their cover letter, resume, and legal writing sample through the City of Portland’s electronic application system ( https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bhr/54930 ).
These materials will be reviewed to determine if candidates meet the qualifications listed above. To successfully pass the initial screening process, you must ensure that your cover letter addresses each numbered point and includes examples that illustrate your experience and expertise. It is advised that applicants organize their cover letters using the numbered list to ensure each is addressed. Only candidates who meet the qualifications will be eligible for an interview.
Your cover letter and resume should be no more than five pages combined. The length of legal writing samples is not limited, but brevity is a plus.
If you are requesting Veteran’s Preference, attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215 and/or Veteran’s Administration letter stating your disability. You must request a Veteran’s Preference in your cover letter AND include a copy of your documentation with your application materials.
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
This position is covered by Civil Service protections as described in the Auditor’s Human Resources Administrative Rules (AUHR 8.05 and AUHR 3.15). The Auditor’s Office does not use Civil Service exams as a minimum qualification for its positions.
Non-U.S. citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
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. If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, the requests must be made to the Analyst named below no later than the closing date of this announcement .
Questions about the hiring process?
Andrew Bryans, Administrative Specialist II
Auditor’s Office
andrew.bryans@portlandoregon.gov
For more information about the Auditor’s Office: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/auditor/
Do you believe the work you do should enrich the lives of others and improve the world in which we live? Would you like to work in a dynamic environment that values unique perspectives and colleagues who are passionate about learning? If so, we have a place for you at Education Northwest .
Education Northwest is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to helping all children and youth reach their full potential. We partner with public, private, and community-based organizations to address educational inequities and improve student success. While most of our work centers on the Pacific Northwest, our evaluations, technical assistance, and research studies have national impact and provide timely and actionable results.
We are looking for a Manager our Center for Research, Evaluation and Analysis.
Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibility: Assign work and supervise up to 10 professional staff
Manage large-scale quantitative and mixed methods research projects from scoping and budgeting to negotiating with clients to managing project teams
Lead collaborative teams working to build the capacity of education leaders and other clients to use research evidence to improve educational outcomes for underserved populations
Manage projects to ensure all deliverables are completed on time and on budget
Provide guidance and oversight for staff in conceptualizing and conducting high-quality educational research studies and evaluations, with a particular focus on projects that use advanced quantitative approaches, including but not limited to experimental and quasi-experimental methods
Conduct quality assurance reviews at all phases of the research process to ensure reports and products are of the highest quality
Lead business development and generate new applied research and evaluation projects through partnership, proposal development, and grant writing
Develop and manage strategic relationships with stakeholders in the region and across the nation
Supervise and mentor up to 10 researchers and senior researchers, providing ongoing feedback and coaching to help them grow professionally and meet personal and organizational goals
Work collaboratively with staff from other organizational units; support supervisees in cross-organizational work
Work as a member of the Center leadership team to implement and continually improve Center processes and procedures, including research administration, data security and quality assurance
Communicate to the broader professional community through published papers, research briefs, policy briefs, contributions to social and popular media, and presentations at regional and national conferences
Perform other related duties as assigned
Ideal Candidates will possess
Ph.D. or equivalent in education research, public policy, applied social science or a related field
Demonstrated expertise in advanced quantitative research and evaluation methods including knowledge of leading edge methods across multiple applied research disciplines
10+ years’ experience after earning doctorate degree leading educational research and evaluation projects
10+ years’ experience and a successful track record writing proposals for research studies or evaluation work
Demonstrated success in securing multi-million dollar research and evaluation portfolios through contracts and grants
Strong project management skills and experience scoping and directing large projects and/or project tasks ($500,000 or more)
Extensive experience managing multifunction and multilevel teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated experience building the capacity of diverse educational stakeholders including schools and districts, state and federal agencies, universities and university systems, policymakers, and/or community organizations
Expert knowledge in at least one of the following areas of focus: teaching, leading and learning, early childhood education, English learners, social and emotional learning and career and technical education
Experience and/or enthusiasm in working in culturally diverse environments with a commitment to equity
Knowledge of federal research and technical assistance programs in education
Experience working in a professional services (billable hour) environment
Demonstrated experience supervising and supporting professional staff
Travel and other Physical Demands/Conditions:
Up to 25% out-of-office travel with overnight stays of up to a week at a time
Reside in greater Portland, Oregon area or be willing to relocate
Interested in being a part of this amazing and diverse team of dedicated individuals? Please submit your resume and cover letter at https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/job/detail/35683864/Manager-Applied-Research-and-Evaluation
Please include salary requirements in your cover letter.
Position will remain open until filled
Find out more about Education Northwest by connecting with us on Facebook, http://www.facebook.com/educationnorthwest and/or following us on Twitter, https://twitter.com/#!/educationnw
Education Northwest is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Full Time
Do you believe the work you do should enrich the lives of others and improve the world in which we live? Would you like to work in a dynamic environment that values unique perspectives and colleagues who are passionate about learning? If so, we have a place for you at Education Northwest .
Education Northwest is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to helping all children and youth reach their full potential. We partner with public, private, and community-based organizations to address educational inequities and improve student success. While most of our work centers on the Pacific Northwest, our evaluations, technical assistance, and research studies have national impact and provide timely and actionable results.
We are looking for a Manager our Center for Research, Evaluation and Analysis.
Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibility: Assign work and supervise up to 10 professional staff
Manage large-scale quantitative and mixed methods research projects from scoping and budgeting to negotiating with clients to managing project teams
Lead collaborative teams working to build the capacity of education leaders and other clients to use research evidence to improve educational outcomes for underserved populations
Manage projects to ensure all deliverables are completed on time and on budget
Provide guidance and oversight for staff in conceptualizing and conducting high-quality educational research studies and evaluations, with a particular focus on projects that use advanced quantitative approaches, including but not limited to experimental and quasi-experimental methods
Conduct quality assurance reviews at all phases of the research process to ensure reports and products are of the highest quality
Lead business development and generate new applied research and evaluation projects through partnership, proposal development, and grant writing
Develop and manage strategic relationships with stakeholders in the region and across the nation
Supervise and mentor up to 10 researchers and senior researchers, providing ongoing feedback and coaching to help them grow professionally and meet personal and organizational goals
Work collaboratively with staff from other organizational units; support supervisees in cross-organizational work
Work as a member of the Center leadership team to implement and continually improve Center processes and procedures, including research administration, data security and quality assurance
Communicate to the broader professional community through published papers, research briefs, policy briefs, contributions to social and popular media, and presentations at regional and national conferences
Perform other related duties as assigned
Ideal Candidates will possess
Ph.D. or equivalent in education research, public policy, applied social science or a related field
Demonstrated expertise in advanced quantitative research and evaluation methods including knowledge of leading edge methods across multiple applied research disciplines
10+ years’ experience after earning doctorate degree leading educational research and evaluation projects
10+ years’ experience and a successful track record writing proposals for research studies or evaluation work
Demonstrated success in securing multi-million dollar research and evaluation portfolios through contracts and grants
Strong project management skills and experience scoping and directing large projects and/or project tasks ($500,000 or more)
Extensive experience managing multifunction and multilevel teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated experience building the capacity of diverse educational stakeholders including schools and districts, state and federal agencies, universities and university systems, policymakers, and/or community organizations
Expert knowledge in at least one of the following areas of focus: teaching, leading and learning, early childhood education, English learners, social and emotional learning and career and technical education
Experience and/or enthusiasm in working in culturally diverse environments with a commitment to equity
Knowledge of federal research and technical assistance programs in education
Experience working in a professional services (billable hour) environment
Demonstrated experience supervising and supporting professional staff
Travel and other Physical Demands/Conditions:
Up to 25% out-of-office travel with overnight stays of up to a week at a time
Reside in greater Portland, Oregon area or be willing to relocate
Interested in being a part of this amazing and diverse team of dedicated individuals? Please submit your resume and cover letter at https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/job/detail/35683864/Manager-Applied-Research-and-Evaluation
Please include salary requirements in your cover letter.
Position will remain open until filled
Find out more about Education Northwest by connecting with us on Facebook, http://www.facebook.com/educationnorthwest and/or following us on Twitter, https://twitter.com/#!/educationnw
Education Northwest is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Position summary
The Database Administrator (DBA) II or III helps lead and inform the direction for all database technology environments at CLIENT CONFIDENTIAL. This position works within the Product Engineering team to provide support for all development, test and production database environments to ensure availability, reliability, scalability, backup, recovery and performance. In addition, the DBA II or III is expected to participate in the 24x7 on-call support rotation. As required, the Data Base Administrator II may assist with mentorship to DBA I personnel.
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and test new database configurations; perform version upgrades of existing databases
Install, upgrade and maintain all database-related server and administration software
Perform database profiling and optimization; analyze proposed schema changes as needed
Proactively monitor activity, utilization, exceptions and database health; propose and deploy appropriate improvements; automate repetitive tasks
Collaborate with team members to create, publish and maintain database deployment methods and procedures for databases
Perform database backup and recovery duties; inform standards and schedules for database backups; ensure that backup schedules meet the recovery requirements and conforms to all database and data quality policies and standards
Work closely with project teams to ensure project success; coordinate product releases, data structure evolution, and manage and synchronize data promotions between development, test and production environments
Act as a point of escalation and resolution for data - related issues
Provide advanced technical support for delivery teams and developers working with databases
Provide 24x7 database support as part of a rotation of on-call DBAs
Implement and maintain archival and high availability strategies
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the success of the team and the entire organization
Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of MongoDB , PostgreSQL or other comparable RDBMS and NoSQL database technologies
Experience with MySQL and /or Redis
E xperience in configuring, implementing and supporting high availability strategies with database systems including clustering and replication
Experience with d atabase performance tuning, optimizations and troubleshooting, and federation strategies
Experience in software development using Python, Shell or other scripting languages
Familiarity with auditing and implementing secure database practices
Working knowledge of command line Linux, especially CentOS
Solution focused and methodical, careful attention to detail
Ability to communicate ideas and designs to all stakeholders, including non-technical audiences
Ability to work unsupervised and seek out work with minimal direction
Must be able to perform the physical and intellectual requirements of the role with or without accommodation
Education and Experience
Minimum bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Minimum 1 year of experience working with MongoDB and PostgreSQL in a production environment; experience should include administering servers in an enterprise level environment with very large (> 1 terabyte) databases
Experience supporting a SaaS platform as a Linux professional
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
Experience with the following is highly desirable: AWS Management (particularly DynamoDB and RDS), Puppet, Hiera , New Relic, Nagios, Git, Foreman, Jenkins, Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)
Exposure to and understanding of VMware virtualization
Demonstrated analytical abilities, diagnostic skills and technical aptitude
About the Product Engineering Team….
Comprised of nearly 200 professionals, CLIENT CONFIDENTIAL’s Product Engineering team offers our employees the ability to work with cutting-edge technologies, on a platform that has one of the highest concurrency applications in the Portland Metro area, that assesses nearly 10 million students annually across the world.
Our Product Engineering group is made up of large-scale teams focused across many tech fields like infrastructure, applications engineering, business analysis, operations, QA, and solutions delivery.
About us….
CLIENT CONFIDENTIAL is a research-based, not-for-profit organization that supports students and educators worldwide by creating assessment solutions that precisely measure growth and proficiency—and provide insights to help tailor instruction. Educators trust our professional learning offerings to accelerate student learning and our research to support assessment validity and data interpretation. Our tools are trusted by educators in more than 9,500 schools, districts, and education agencies in 145 countries.
How to Apply
Send your resume and salary requirements to MPN Diversity Recruiters at Recruiting@mpnDiversityJobs.com .
***Qualified candidates only ****
Open or Confidential Candidate Referrals accepted
Call our office at 404-629-9323 or email any clarification questions.
CLIENT CONFIDENTIAL is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Full Time
Position summary
The Database Administrator (DBA) II or III helps lead and inform the direction for all database technology environments at CLIENT CONFIDENTIAL. This position works within the Product Engineering team to provide support for all development, test and production database environments to ensure availability, reliability, scalability, backup, recovery and performance. In addition, the DBA II or III is expected to participate in the 24x7 on-call support rotation. As required, the Data Base Administrator II may assist with mentorship to DBA I personnel.
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and test new database configurations; perform version upgrades of existing databases
Install, upgrade and maintain all database-related server and administration software
Perform database profiling and optimization; analyze proposed schema changes as needed
Proactively monitor activity, utilization, exceptions and database health; propose and deploy appropriate improvements; automate repetitive tasks
Collaborate with team members to create, publish and maintain database deployment methods and procedures for databases
Perform database backup and recovery duties; inform standards and schedules for database backups; ensure that backup schedules meet the recovery requirements and conforms to all database and data quality policies and standards
Work closely with project teams to ensure project success; coordinate product releases, data structure evolution, and manage and synchronize data promotions between development, test and production environments
Act as a point of escalation and resolution for data - related issues
Provide advanced technical support for delivery teams and developers working with databases
Provide 24x7 database support as part of a rotation of on-call DBAs
Implement and maintain archival and high availability strategies
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the success of the team and the entire organization
Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of MongoDB , PostgreSQL or other comparable RDBMS and NoSQL database technologies
Experience with MySQL and /or Redis
E xperience in configuring, implementing and supporting high availability strategies with database systems including clustering and replication
Experience with d atabase performance tuning, optimizations and troubleshooting, and federation strategies
Experience in software development using Python, Shell or other scripting languages
Familiarity with auditing and implementing secure database practices
Working knowledge of command line Linux, especially CentOS
Solution focused and methodical, careful attention to detail
Ability to communicate ideas and designs to all stakeholders, including non-technical audiences
Ability to work unsupervised and seek out work with minimal direction
Must be able to perform the physical and intellectual requirements of the role with or without accommodation
Education and Experience
Minimum bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Minimum 1 year of experience working with MongoDB and PostgreSQL in a production environment; experience should include administering servers in an enterprise level environment with very large (> 1 terabyte) databases
Experience supporting a SaaS platform as a Linux professional
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
Experience with the following is highly desirable: AWS Management (particularly DynamoDB and RDS), Puppet, Hiera , New Relic, Nagios, Git, Foreman, Jenkins, Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)
Exposure to and understanding of VMware virtualization
Demonstrated analytical abilities, diagnostic skills and technical aptitude
About the Product Engineering Team….
Comprised of nearly 200 professionals, CLIENT CONFIDENTIAL’s Product Engineering team offers our employees the ability to work with cutting-edge technologies, on a platform that has one of the highest concurrency applications in the Portland Metro area, that assesses nearly 10 million students annually across the world.
Our Product Engineering group is made up of large-scale teams focused across many tech fields like infrastructure, applications engineering, business analysis, operations, QA, and solutions delivery.
About us….
CLIENT CONFIDENTIAL is a research-based, not-for-profit organization that supports students and educators worldwide by creating assessment solutions that precisely measure growth and proficiency—and provide insights to help tailor instruction. Educators trust our professional learning offerings to accelerate student learning and our research to support assessment validity and data interpretation. Our tools are trusted by educators in more than 9,500 schools, districts, and education agencies in 145 countries.
How to Apply
Send your resume and salary requirements to MPN Diversity Recruiters at Recruiting@mpnDiversityJobs.com .
***Qualified candidates only ****
Open or Confidential Candidate Referrals accepted
Call our office at 404-629-9323 or email any clarification questions.
CLIENT CONFIDENTIAL is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
OUR OPPORTUNITY
WHO you are:
You are a highly-skilled architect experienced in designing and architecting super-scalable, highly-reliable applications built on serverless cloud technology. You’re passionate about what you do, how you do it and want to work with others who feel the same. You are a learner and get great satisfaction from sharing your knowledge and collaborating with a community of designers, developers, engineers and researchers.
WHO we are (COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL):
We are a research-based, not-for-profit and we are on a mission to help all kids learn. This fulfilling purpose drives everything we do. Our products touch the lives of over twelve million students across the globe and in nearly half of all schools in the US. Our systems support millions of transactions and complex calculations every day and must be highly reliable, secure and responsive.
Your work will make a DIFFERENCE
You will have the opportunity to participate in and develop solutions for the broader, global Ed-Tech community. Your skills will be put to the test as you develop solutions to very complex problems related to scale, resiliency, and performance of an assessment platform that supports 13 million students. In addition, you will:
In concert with our Chief Architect, lead technical solution discovery across product and technology teams
Collaborate with other architects to modernize our platforms
Provide support to product design / build teams for solving enterprise-wide technical problems through application of prototypes and knowledge of software industry best practices
Create architecture artifacts Logical Architecture Diagrams, Workflows, Data Flow Diagrams, White Papers, Presentations, etc. to effectively communicate solutions to varied audiences
Mentor architects and senior engineers
QUALIFICATIONS:
BS degree or equivalent experience; Computer Science or Engineering background preferred
7+ years of experience as an architect in building complex, resilient and highly scalable application and platform solutions
Proficiency and currency in multiple languages and programming paradigms (OO, Functional, Procedural)
Experienced in Architecting and building highly scalable, cloud-native applications on AWS using services like APIGateway, Lamda, SQS, SNS, DynamoDB, and Kinesis
Good experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
Able to inspire thought leadership in the team
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in Computer Science
Experience with Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI
Knowledgeable in the principles of Chaos Engineering
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL Total Rewards
Working for a mission driven, not-for-profit also means working for a company that cares about your health and well-being. Our COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL Total Rewards package includes competitive compensation along with the following benefits :
Health and Wellness Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance premiums are paid at 100% for eligible employees. COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL also pays 25% of the dependent premium cost. Wellness incentives (reduced medical premiums) are available for those who participate in our annual incentive program.
To make sure you have a variety of wellness options, our onsite employees have access to:
Acupuncture
Subsidized massage services
Fitness center
Lan Su Chinese Garden Annual Pass
Benefit fairs
Lunch & Learns
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Regular full-time employees are eligible to accrue 4 weeks paid time off during the first year of employment, 5 weeks after the first year, and 6 weeks after the second year and all years thereafter. Additionally, employees receive 9 paid holidays per year.
Benefit-pay
Eligible employees receive an additional $400 ($200 for part-time employees) per month (reported and taxed as salary), which is used to offset premium costs or items not currently covered.
Group and Supplemental Retirement Plans
COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL contributes 15% of eligible employee’s base salary to a defined-contribution 403(b) retirement saving plans. Additionally, eligible employees are auto-enrolled at 3% with the option to opt-out or change the election amount up to the federal maximum per year to a 403(b) retirement saving plans.
Section 125 Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts
Eligible employees may set aside money on a pre-tax basis to pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses or dependent/elder care—as well as parking/transit expenses.
Life insurance and AD&D insurance
Employees receive policies equal to 1 times annual salary ($50,000 minimum) for life and AD&D insurance. These premiums are 100% employer-paid.
Career Development & Education Program
COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL will reimburse up to $1,500 per fiscal year for full-time employees and up to $750 for part-time employees. College coursework, certifications, and tests from appropriate institutions or organizations qualify under this program.
Perks
Benefits for staff members also include localized perks, such as:
Free onsite parking
Mass transit passes
Various retailer discounts
It’s not just a job, but a career, with an opportunity to do the best work of your life and to make a difference in the lives of kids.
How to Apply
Send your resume and salary requirements to Recruiting@mpnDiversityJobs.com .
***Qualified candidates only ****
Open or Confidential Candidate Referrals accepted
Call our office at 404-629-9323 or email any clarification questions.
Full Time
OUR OPPORTUNITY
WHO you are:
You are a highly-skilled architect experienced in designing and architecting super-scalable, highly-reliable applications built on serverless cloud technology. You’re passionate about what you do, how you do it and want to work with others who feel the same. You are a learner and get great satisfaction from sharing your knowledge and collaborating with a community of designers, developers, engineers and researchers.
WHO we are (COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL):
We are a research-based, not-for-profit and we are on a mission to help all kids learn. This fulfilling purpose drives everything we do. Our products touch the lives of over twelve million students across the globe and in nearly half of all schools in the US. Our systems support millions of transactions and complex calculations every day and must be highly reliable, secure and responsive.
Your work will make a DIFFERENCE
You will have the opportunity to participate in and develop solutions for the broader, global Ed-Tech community. Your skills will be put to the test as you develop solutions to very complex problems related to scale, resiliency, and performance of an assessment platform that supports 13 million students. In addition, you will:
In concert with our Chief Architect, lead technical solution discovery across product and technology teams
Collaborate with other architects to modernize our platforms
Provide support to product design / build teams for solving enterprise-wide technical problems through application of prototypes and knowledge of software industry best practices
Create architecture artifacts Logical Architecture Diagrams, Workflows, Data Flow Diagrams, White Papers, Presentations, etc. to effectively communicate solutions to varied audiences
Mentor architects and senior engineers
QUALIFICATIONS:
BS degree or equivalent experience; Computer Science or Engineering background preferred
7+ years of experience as an architect in building complex, resilient and highly scalable application and platform solutions
Proficiency and currency in multiple languages and programming paradigms (OO, Functional, Procedural)
Experienced in Architecting and building highly scalable, cloud-native applications on AWS using services like APIGateway, Lamda, SQS, SNS, DynamoDB, and Kinesis
Good experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
Able to inspire thought leadership in the team
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in Computer Science
Experience with Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI
Knowledgeable in the principles of Chaos Engineering
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL Total Rewards
Working for a mission driven, not-for-profit also means working for a company that cares about your health and well-being. Our COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL Total Rewards package includes competitive compensation along with the following benefits :
Health and Wellness Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance premiums are paid at 100% for eligible employees. COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL also pays 25% of the dependent premium cost. Wellness incentives (reduced medical premiums) are available for those who participate in our annual incentive program.
To make sure you have a variety of wellness options, our onsite employees have access to:
Acupuncture
Subsidized massage services
Fitness center
Lan Su Chinese Garden Annual Pass
Benefit fairs
Lunch & Learns
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Regular full-time employees are eligible to accrue 4 weeks paid time off during the first year of employment, 5 weeks after the first year, and 6 weeks after the second year and all years thereafter. Additionally, employees receive 9 paid holidays per year.
Benefit-pay
Eligible employees receive an additional $400 ($200 for part-time employees) per month (reported and taxed as salary), which is used to offset premium costs or items not currently covered.
Group and Supplemental Retirement Plans
COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL contributes 15% of eligible employee’s base salary to a defined-contribution 403(b) retirement saving plans. Additionally, eligible employees are auto-enrolled at 3% with the option to opt-out or change the election amount up to the federal maximum per year to a 403(b) retirement saving plans.
Section 125 Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts
Eligible employees may set aside money on a pre-tax basis to pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses or dependent/elder care—as well as parking/transit expenses.
Life insurance and AD&D insurance
Employees receive policies equal to 1 times annual salary ($50,000 minimum) for life and AD&D insurance. These premiums are 100% employer-paid.
Career Development & Education Program
COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL will reimburse up to $1,500 per fiscal year for full-time employees and up to $750 for part-time employees. College coursework, certifications, and tests from appropriate institutions or organizations qualify under this program.
Perks
Benefits for staff members also include localized perks, such as:
Free onsite parking
Mass transit passes
Various retailer discounts
It’s not just a job, but a career, with an opportunity to do the best work of your life and to make a difference in the lives of kids.
How to Apply
Send your resume and salary requirements to Recruiting@mpnDiversityJobs.com .
***Qualified candidates only ****
Open or Confidential Candidate Referrals accepted
Call our office at 404-629-9323 or email any clarification questions.
Job Title: RDPO Logistics Program Coordinator
Salary: $5,877.00 - $7,838.00 Monthly
Closing Date: Mon. 12/10/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time
The Portland Bureau of Emergency Management (PBEM) serves as the RDPO's Lead Administrative Agency (LAA). As the LAA, PBEM is responsible for administering the UASI grant for the RDPO region and for hiring and managing the RDPO's staff. Under the direction of the RDPO Program Manager, the Logistics Program Coordinator performs a variety of professional duties, including planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders of the RDPO. Specifically, the position supports the Resource Management Sub-Committee of REMTEC (the RDPO's Emergency Management Work Group) and other RDPO discipline work groups and multi-discipline task forces in building and maintaining regional resource management, asset management, logistics and supply chain capabilities for effective disaster response and recovery. For more information and apply, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs .
Full Time
Job Title: RDPO Logistics Program Coordinator
Salary: $5,877.00 - $7,838.00 Monthly
Closing Date: Mon. 12/10/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time
The Portland Bureau of Emergency Management (PBEM) serves as the RDPO's Lead Administrative Agency (LAA). As the LAA, PBEM is responsible for administering the UASI grant for the RDPO region and for hiring and managing the RDPO's staff. Under the direction of the RDPO Program Manager, the Logistics Program Coordinator performs a variety of professional duties, including planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders of the RDPO. Specifically, the position supports the Resource Management Sub-Committee of REMTEC (the RDPO's Emergency Management Work Group) and other RDPO discipline work groups and multi-discipline task forces in building and maintaining regional resource management, asset management, logistics and supply chain capabilities for effective disaster response and recovery. For more information and apply, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs .
Job Title: Water Loss Control Analyst (Senior Management Analyst)
Salary: $6,174.00 - $8,242.00 Monthly
Closing Date: Fri. 12/07/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time
The Portland Water Bureau is hiring a Water Loss Control Analyst. Water Loss Control is an emerging specialty within municipal water utilities, and this is a new position for the bureau. The Water Loss Control Analyst will lead strategic analysis and planning for water loss management. Duties are expected to include leading an annual water audit of the water system based on the American Water Works Association M36 standard, facilitating a water loss stakeholder committee to coordinate across multiple bureau departments, leading implementation of multiple water loss control projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders, participating in strategic objective setting and action planning, evaluating and reporting on program effectiveness, and managing professional services contracts. The position will be responsible for water loss studies and analyses, including identifying water loss control opportunities, determining analytical techniques, obtaining necessary information and data, conducting analysis, evaluating alternatives and making recommendations, preparing reports and implementation plans, participating in ongoing asset management planning and analysis, implementing water loss policies and procedures, recommending legislative or policy changes, and presenting results and recommendations to stakeholders and management staff. For more information and apply, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs .
Full Time
Job Title: Water Loss Control Analyst (Senior Management Analyst)
Salary: $6,174.00 - $8,242.00 Monthly
Closing Date: Fri. 12/07/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time
The Portland Water Bureau is hiring a Water Loss Control Analyst. Water Loss Control is an emerging specialty within municipal water utilities, and this is a new position for the bureau. The Water Loss Control Analyst will lead strategic analysis and planning for water loss management. Duties are expected to include leading an annual water audit of the water system based on the American Water Works Association M36 standard, facilitating a water loss stakeholder committee to coordinate across multiple bureau departments, leading implementation of multiple water loss control projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders, participating in strategic objective setting and action planning, evaluating and reporting on program effectiveness, and managing professional services contracts. The position will be responsible for water loss studies and analyses, including identifying water loss control opportunities, determining analytical techniques, obtaining necessary information and data, conducting analysis, evaluating alternatives and making recommendations, preparing reports and implementation plans, participating in ongoing asset management planning and analysis, implementing water loss policies and procedures, recommending legislative or policy changes, and presenting results and recommendations to stakeholders and management staff. For more information and apply, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs .
Portland Japanese Garden
611 Southwest Kingston Avenue, Portland, OR, USA
The Retail Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Gift Shop department with a focus on customer service, daily employee management, and maintaining the appearance of the Gift Shop. The Retail Assistant Manager reports to the Retail General Manager (GM).
Primary Duties
Act as a role model for the Garden’s service standards, including excellent work ethic, outstanding customer service, and presentation standards
Monitors, coaches, and encourages team members to meet the Garden’s service standards and facilitate individual growth
Assist Retail GM with training of staff on product, gift wrapping and product presentation, policies, procedures, and POS, including updating policy binders or documents
Manage daily employee and volunteer schedules, breaks, and tasks including stocking, housekeeping, etc.
Serve as Manager on Duty, which includes opening and closing the Gift Shop, troubleshooting POS issues, preparing daily cashier bags, resolving customer complaints, etc.
Maintain overall appearance in the Gift Shop and at retail events, including maintaining product signage, and housekeeping tasks
Responsible for assisting the Retail Shipping and Receiving Associate with shipping/receiving operations and eStore order processing as needed
Responsible for product holds and transfers, including coordinating inter-department transfers, processing paperwork, and communicating with customers
Work in shop regularly with cash handling, sales, and providing excellent customer service
Participate in staff performance reviews
Other duties as assigned
Other Responsibilities
Work special garden events as required, including necessary setup or take-down tasks
Attend regular meetings with the Retail Managers to review staff performance, upcoming events, merchandising strategies, reports, revenue goals, etc. and other Garden meetings as required
Acquire and maintain current knowledge about the Garden and Garden events and responsible for regularly training staff on these details in conjunction with Retail GM
Familiarize oneself with the organization and the Employee Handbook
Get to know fellow staff members, developing trust, establishing credibility, encouraging teamwork, and creating an atmosphere of open, honest, two-way communication
Maintain a high level of professionalism in manner and appearance
Adhere to Garden Dress Code and wear Garden uniform
Qualifications
Three years retail experience with at least one year in a management role
Proven track record of excellent customer service and cash handling with effective team leadership skills
Proficient on a computer; familiar with Point-of-Sale software and other programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Special Requirements
Flexible work schedule and able to accommodate changing Garden needs, including working occasional overtime
Must have excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Knowledge of Japanese culture and/or bilingual in Japanese is a plus
Must be comfortable lifting up to 40lbs
Compensation
Wage: $17.00 - $18.00/hour, DOE
This is a full-time, hourly position with 40 hours per week. Shifts are typically 7:30am–4:15pm or 10:45am-7:30pm (plus 45-minute lunch), Tuesday through Saturday.
Benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance (premium 100% covered for employees); 401k plan (4% employer match after 1 year of service); paid vacation, sick, and holiday time.
Applications
To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and three work-related references to humanresources@japanesegarden.org , with “Retail Assistant Manager” in the subject line. Please no phone calls or hand delivered applications. Submit application materials by Friday, November 23rd, 2018 .
All submitted applications will be held in confidence.
Organization Overview
The Portland Japanese Garden is renowned as the most authentic and finest Japanese garden outside of Japan. The Garden has a year-round staff of 85+ FTE’s and 30+ seasonal staff, supplemented by over 200 volunteers. All of our staff play a vital role in helping our visitors experience the beauty and tranquility of the garden and expand their understanding of Japanese culture.
A few of the benefits our employees enjoy include:
Working at a beautiful, authentic Japanese garden, overlooking the city
Incentives for alternative transportation for your commute to work
A workplace culture that prioritizes hiring and promoting from within
Access to the Garden for you, your family, and your friends
The opportunity to attend a variety of cultural events
Reciprocal access to other area attractions, such as the Lan Su Chinese Garden, Portland Art Museum, and the Oregon Zoo
The Portland Japanese Garden is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Full Time
The Retail Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Gift Shop department with a focus on customer service, daily employee management, and maintaining the appearance of the Gift Shop. The Retail Assistant Manager reports to the Retail General Manager (GM).
Primary Duties
Act as a role model for the Garden’s service standards, including excellent work ethic, outstanding customer service, and presentation standards
Monitors, coaches, and encourages team members to meet the Garden’s service standards and facilitate individual growth
Assist Retail GM with training of staff on product, gift wrapping and product presentation, policies, procedures, and POS, including updating policy binders or documents
Manage daily employee and volunteer schedules, breaks, and tasks including stocking, housekeeping, etc.
Serve as Manager on Duty, which includes opening and closing the Gift Shop, troubleshooting POS issues, preparing daily cashier bags, resolving customer complaints, etc.
Maintain overall appearance in the Gift Shop and at retail events, including maintaining product signage, and housekeeping tasks
Responsible for assisting the Retail Shipping and Receiving Associate with shipping/receiving operations and eStore order processing as needed
Responsible for product holds and transfers, including coordinating inter-department transfers, processing paperwork, and communicating with customers
Work in shop regularly with cash handling, sales, and providing excellent customer service
Participate in staff performance reviews
Other duties as assigned
Other Responsibilities
Work special garden events as required, including necessary setup or take-down tasks
Attend regular meetings with the Retail Managers to review staff performance, upcoming events, merchandising strategies, reports, revenue goals, etc. and other Garden meetings as required
Acquire and maintain current knowledge about the Garden and Garden events and responsible for regularly training staff on these details in conjunction with Retail GM
Familiarize oneself with the organization and the Employee Handbook
Get to know fellow staff members, developing trust, establishing credibility, encouraging teamwork, and creating an atmosphere of open, honest, two-way communication
Maintain a high level of professionalism in manner and appearance
Adhere to Garden Dress Code and wear Garden uniform
Qualifications
Three years retail experience with at least one year in a management role
Proven track record of excellent customer service and cash handling with effective team leadership skills
Proficient on a computer; familiar with Point-of-Sale software and other programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Special Requirements
Flexible work schedule and able to accommodate changing Garden needs, including working occasional overtime
Must have excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Knowledge of Japanese culture and/or bilingual in Japanese is a plus
Must be comfortable lifting up to 40lbs
Compensation
Wage: $17.00 - $18.00/hour, DOE
This is a full-time, hourly position with 40 hours per week. Shifts are typically 7:30am–4:15pm or 10:45am-7:30pm (plus 45-minute lunch), Tuesday through Saturday.
Benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance (premium 100% covered for employees); 401k plan (4% employer match after 1 year of service); paid vacation, sick, and holiday time.
Applications
To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and three work-related references to humanresources@japanesegarden.org , with “Retail Assistant Manager” in the subject line. Please no phone calls or hand delivered applications. Submit application materials by Friday, November 23rd, 2018 .
All submitted applications will be held in confidence.
Organization Overview
The Portland Japanese Garden is renowned as the most authentic and finest Japanese garden outside of Japan. The Garden has a year-round staff of 85+ FTE’s and 30+ seasonal staff, supplemented by over 200 volunteers. All of our staff play a vital role in helping our visitors experience the beauty and tranquility of the garden and expand their understanding of Japanese culture.
A few of the benefits our employees enjoy include:
Working at a beautiful, authentic Japanese garden, overlooking the city
Incentives for alternative transportation for your commute to work
A workplace culture that prioritizes hiring and promoting from within
Access to the Garden for you, your family, and your friends
The opportunity to attend a variety of cultural events
Reciprocal access to other area attractions, such as the Lan Su Chinese Garden, Portland Art Museum, and the Oregon Zoo
The Portland Japanese Garden is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Accounting Assistant
Grantmakers for Education (GFE) is seeking a professional who relishes the behind-the-scenes work of supporting a team to join us in achieving our mission of strengthening philanthropy to improve outcomes and expand opportunities for all learners.
Our Organization:
Grantmakers for Education’s mission is clear: strengthen philanthropy to improve outcomes and expand opportunities for all learners by serving as a trusted partner for all education philanthropists as they adapt to the changes impacting our world. GFE brings together hundreds of private and public philanthropies committed to improving public education, including closing the achievement gap for students from all backgrounds, improving teaching and leadership and fostering innovation and new models for learning. We provide a forum for interaction and engagement for our members that builds upon and deepens the effect of their individual investments by enhancing their knowledge about effective education strategies and high-impact grantmaking strategies.
It is an exciting and inspiring time to join our team as we position the organization to exceed the expectations and needs of its members and continue to develop programs and services that focus on the most critical education matters ahead.
GFE offers a culture of committed team members working toward a common cause, competitive wage and benefits options, and generous vacation policies. The organization is virtual, but the ideal location for the accounting assistant is Portland, Oregon.
For more information about our work and results, please visit https://edfunders.org
Position Overview:
Grantmakers for Education accounting assistant will support a highly functional environment in which GFE is on track to achieve our mission goals by creating and maintaining high-quality financial records and efficient operational organization. We are looking for a self-starter to handle the day-to-day accounting responsibilities. The clerk will work directly with the controller to provide essential support and outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers.
Essential Functions:
Process accounts
Process accounts
Support
Perform light front desk responsibilities including answering phones
Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers
Support annual
Support annual conference.
Process monthly
Key Qualifications:
We are seeking a professional with strong communication skills, willingness to pitch in, and outstanding attention to detail. Successful candidates will have previous accounting experience and demonstrate that they are a self-starter with the ability to meet deadlines, while maintaining high quality customer service.
2 years full cycle accounting
Experience with QuickBooks preferred.
Attention to
Excellent communication
Outstanding organizational
Proficiency in Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word and Outlook).
Experience in or knowledge of education reform and/or philanthropy a plus.
Location:
GFE currently operates a nationwide virtual organization with a home base in Portland, Oregon. This position is located at our Portland office.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to jobs@edfunders.org. All applications should follow the subject line “[Name] Accounting Assistant Application”. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will be open until filled.
Full Time
Accounting Assistant
Grantmakers for Education (GFE) is seeking a professional who relishes the behind-the-scenes work of supporting a team to join us in achieving our mission of strengthening philanthropy to improve outcomes and expand opportunities for all learners.
Our Organization:
Grantmakers for Education’s mission is clear: strengthen philanthropy to improve outcomes and expand opportunities for all learners by serving as a trusted partner for all education philanthropists as they adapt to the changes impacting our world. GFE brings together hundreds of private and public philanthropies committed to improving public education, including closing the achievement gap for students from all backgrounds, improving teaching and leadership and fostering innovation and new models for learning. We provide a forum for interaction and engagement for our members that builds upon and deepens the effect of their individual investments by enhancing their knowledge about effective education strategies and high-impact grantmaking strategies.
It is an exciting and inspiring time to join our team as we position the organization to exceed the expectations and needs of its members and continue to develop programs and services that focus on the most critical education matters ahead.
GFE offers a culture of committed team members working toward a common cause, competitive wage and benefits options, and generous vacation policies. The organization is virtual, but the ideal location for the accounting assistant is Portland, Oregon.
For more information about our work and results, please visit https://edfunders.org
Position Overview:
Grantmakers for Education accounting assistant will support a highly functional environment in which GFE is on track to achieve our mission goals by creating and maintaining high-quality financial records and efficient operational organization. We are looking for a self-starter to handle the day-to-day accounting responsibilities. The clerk will work directly with the controller to provide essential support and outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers.
Essential Functions:
Process accounts
Process accounts
Support
Perform light front desk responsibilities including answering phones
Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers
Support annual
Support annual conference.
Process monthly
Key Qualifications:
We are seeking a professional with strong communication skills, willingness to pitch in, and outstanding attention to detail. Successful candidates will have previous accounting experience and demonstrate that they are a self-starter with the ability to meet deadlines, while maintaining high quality customer service.
2 years full cycle accounting
Experience with QuickBooks preferred.
Attention to
Excellent communication
Outstanding organizational
Proficiency in Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word and Outlook).
Experience in or knowledge of education reform and/or philanthropy a plus.
Location:
GFE currently operates a nationwide virtual organization with a home base in Portland, Oregon. This position is located at our Portland office.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to jobs@edfunders.org. All applications should follow the subject line “[Name] Accounting Assistant Application”. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will be open until filled.
Under executive administrative direction, this position leads and manages the Project and Construction division of the Facilities and Asset Management Department. Oversees a team and directs day to day activities of approximately seven to nine project and construction managers and related support staff responsible for projects ranging between $5,000-$15,000,000 within school buildings, administrative facilities and school grounds. Ensures projects are delivered on time and budget and in compliance with state, county and city laws and regulations. Communicates professionally and constructively to internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility and creativity in problem-solving. Works closely with the Directors of Planning and Property Management and Maintenance and Operations to deliver the objectives of the Facilities and Asset Management department. Coordinates with the Sr. Director of the Office of School Modernization to support bond projects.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Oversee all aspects of division management, including staffing allocations, workflow, production standards, equipment, supplies, and similar functions related to administration and monitoring.
Develop, propose, review, approve and execute all aspects of construction to meet scope, quality, budgetary, scheduling and communications objectives; develop and oversee operational metrics and project benchmarks; oversee, and monitor Update program(s) policies, procedures and manuals.
Proactively oversee and manage the coordination, collaboration and communication of department with appropriate internal and external partners, professional and technical experts and other District and community stakeholders to explore multiple perspectives and viewpoints, and to resolve project challenges; establish and maintain effective school, business and community relationships.
CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY
This position is classified as Director Project & Construction Programs, Pay Grade 45, on the Non-Represented, Confidential, Professional and Management Employees salary schedule FLSA Exempt.
The Non-Represented Confidential Professional Management and Employees Salary Schedule for 260 day employees can be found here: https://www.pps.net/cms/lib/OR01913224/Centricity/Domain/56/2018-2019%20Non-Rep%20Salary%20Schedules%20-%20260%20Day.pdf
For more details, the complete Classification Specification can be viewed here: https://www.pps.net/cms/lib/OR01913224/Centricity/Domain/56/Class%20Comp/Classification%20Specifications/CPM%20Specs/OPS_OSM/PPS%20Class%20Spec-Director%20Construction%20and%20Maintenance%20Programs.pdf
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience:
Is typically obtained through a combination of a Bachelor’s degree in school business operations, architecture, facilities planning, construction management, business administration, or a related field and seven (7) years of technical professional and supervisory work experience in full-service facilities, construction, maintenance or operations department, including experience with large-scale construction management experience.
Any other combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be considered.
Special requirements:
Some positions in this classification may require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid Class C Oregon driver’s licen
Positions in this classification may require variable work hours including evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience specific to managing public education or other public agency construction, facilities, and/or maintenance operations programs in a richly diverse communit
Experience with eBuilder, Tririga, and MS Project
Construction management and/or LEED certification
HOW TO APPLY: Please visit our website at: http://www.pps.net/Page/2158 Job # 18507
This position is open until filled.
Full Time
Under executive administrative direction, this position leads and manages the Project and Construction division of the Facilities and Asset Management Department. Oversees a team and directs day to day activities of approximately seven to nine project and construction managers and related support staff responsible for projects ranging between $5,000-$15,000,000 within school buildings, administrative facilities and school grounds. Ensures projects are delivered on time and budget and in compliance with state, county and city laws and regulations. Communicates professionally and constructively to internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility and creativity in problem-solving. Works closely with the Directors of Planning and Property Management and Maintenance and Operations to deliver the objectives of the Facilities and Asset Management department. Coordinates with the Sr. Director of the Office of School Modernization to support bond projects.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Oversee all aspects of division management, including staffing allocations, workflow, production standards, equipment, supplies, and similar functions related to administration and monitoring.
Develop, propose, review, approve and execute all aspects of construction to meet scope, quality, budgetary, scheduling and communications objectives; develop and oversee operational metrics and project benchmarks; oversee, and monitor Update program(s) policies, procedures and manuals.
Proactively oversee and manage the coordination, collaboration and communication of department with appropriate internal and external partners, professional and technical experts and other District and community stakeholders to explore multiple perspectives and viewpoints, and to resolve project challenges; establish and maintain effective school, business and community relationships.
CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY
This position is classified as Director Project & Construction Programs, Pay Grade 45, on the Non-Represented, Confidential, Professional and Management Employees salary schedule FLSA Exempt.
The Non-Represented Confidential Professional Management and Employees Salary Schedule for 260 day employees can be found here: https://www.pps.net/cms/lib/OR01913224/Centricity/Domain/56/2018-2019%20Non-Rep%20Salary%20Schedules%20-%20260%20Day.pdf
For more details, the complete Classification Specification can be viewed here: https://www.pps.net/cms/lib/OR01913224/Centricity/Domain/56/Class%20Comp/Classification%20Specifications/CPM%20Specs/OPS_OSM/PPS%20Class%20Spec-Director%20Construction%20and%20Maintenance%20Programs.pdf
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience:
Is typically obtained through a combination of a Bachelor’s degree in school business operations, architecture, facilities planning, construction management, business administration, or a related field and seven (7) years of technical professional and supervisory work experience in full-service facilities, construction, maintenance or operations department, including experience with large-scale construction management experience.
Any other combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be considered.
Special requirements:
Some positions in this classification may require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid Class C Oregon driver’s licen
Positions in this classification may require variable work hours including evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience specific to managing public education or other public agency construction, facilities, and/or maintenance operations programs in a richly diverse communit
Experience with eBuilder, Tririga, and MS Project
Construction management and/or LEED certification
HOW TO APPLY: Please visit our website at: http://www.pps.net/Page/2158 Job # 18507
This position is open until filled.
About New Avenues for Youth:
New Avenues for Youth imagines a community where all young people thrive and experience health, well-being, and a self-determined home. New Avenues works in partnership with the Portland community to provide homeless, foster-care, and at-risk youth of all backgrounds with the resources and skills needed to lead healthy, productive lives. We are a diverse non-profit organization in our 20th year serving youth.
Our Commitment to Equity:
New Avenues for Youth imagines a community where all young people thrive and experience health, well-being, and a self-determined home. Historical inequities and intersecting forms of oppression such as racism, poverty, adultism, sexism, homophobia, and ableism, among others contribute to marginalization and exploitation of youth. We believe, to redress youth homelessness and housing instability we must challenge and dismantle racism and other forms of oppression and build relationships within our communities that advance equity.
At New Avenues, advancing equity is an ongoing commitment without closure. We remain open-minded and presume best intentions, knowing that discomfort and conflict are inevitable. We take risks and make and learn from our mistakes. We seek multiple perspectives, strive for transparency, remain humble, and resist the urge to silence hard truths.
The Position:
This position requires an intuitive, flexible, resourceful individual to provide high level day to day administrative and clerical support to the Executive Director and to the Development Team. The position includes scheduling, computer work, database management, answering phones, addressing visitors, donor relations, and general office management in addition to some communications related assignments. This person will routinely assist with preparation of board and various committee meetings including the taking of minutes. The candidate must be flexible, able to support people with different work styles, work well as part of a team, and have the ability think critically on how to accomplish tasks in a timely manner. The ability to manage time effectively, be well organized, and handle many tasks is essential to being successful in this position.
The ideal candidate is an assertive professional who is both self-assured and self-reliant. Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills are vital in this role. Attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and presenting in a cooperative, positive manner are also a must. Experience in a fast-paced office setting required. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook also required.
Skills & Knowledge:
Proven ability to provide high level administrative support to Executive Director
Desire and wherewithal to support and assist with Development Team initiatives as needed
Knowhow to manager scheduling and calendar events for the Executive Director and Development Director
Experience taking meeting minutes and assisting with preparation and set-up of board and committee meetings.
Ability to handle multiple general office duties including clerical, phone, and computer work (Excel spreadsheets, Word documents, Doodle’s, Group emails).
Greets people who enter New Avenues administrative offices and identifies their needs; assisting accordingly
Organizing the front office and maintaining office supplies and distribution
Willingness to assist in solicitation and distribution of in-kind donations
Completes various errands as assigned
New Avenues for Youth offers a very generous benefits package. To apply, send your cover letter and resume to jobs@newavenues.org. Please be sure to include where you came across this opportunity in your response. You can learn more about New Avenues by visiting our website at http://www.newavenues.org . New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Full Time
About New Avenues for Youth:
New Avenues for Youth imagines a community where all young people thrive and experience health, well-being, and a self-determined home. New Avenues works in partnership with the Portland community to provide homeless, foster-care, and at-risk youth of all backgrounds with the resources and skills needed to lead healthy, productive lives. We are a diverse non-profit organization in our 20th year serving youth.
Our Commitment to Equity:
New Avenues for Youth imagines a community where all young people thrive and experience health, well-being, and a self-determined home. Historical inequities and intersecting forms of oppression such as racism, poverty, adultism, sexism, homophobia, and ableism, among others contribute to marginalization and exploitation of youth. We believe, to redress youth homelessness and housing instability we must challenge and dismantle racism and other forms of oppression and build relationships within our communities that advance equity.
At New Avenues, advancing equity is an ongoing commitment without closure. We remain open-minded and presume best intentions, knowing that discomfort and conflict are inevitable. We take risks and make and learn from our mistakes. We seek multiple perspectives, strive for transparency, remain humble, and resist the urge to silence hard truths.
The Position:
This position requires an intuitive, flexible, resourceful individual to provide high level day to day administrative and clerical support to the Executive Director and to the Development Team. The position includes scheduling, computer work, database management, answering phones, addressing visitors, donor relations, and general office management in addition to some communications related assignments. This person will routinely assist with preparation of board and various committee meetings including the taking of minutes. The candidate must be flexible, able to support people with different work styles, work well as part of a team, and have the ability think critically on how to accomplish tasks in a timely manner. The ability to manage time effectively, be well organized, and handle many tasks is essential to being successful in this position.
The ideal candidate is an assertive professional who is both self-assured and self-reliant. Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills are vital in this role. Attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and presenting in a cooperative, positive manner are also a must. Experience in a fast-paced office setting required. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook also required.
Skills & Knowledge:
Proven ability to provide high level administrative support to Executive Director
Desire and wherewithal to support and assist with Development Team initiatives as needed
Knowhow to manager scheduling and calendar events for the Executive Director and Development Director
Experience taking meeting minutes and assisting with preparation and set-up of board and committee meetings.
Ability to handle multiple general office duties including clerical, phone, and computer work (Excel spreadsheets, Word documents, Doodle’s, Group emails).
Greets people who enter New Avenues administrative offices and identifies their needs; assisting accordingly
Organizing the front office and maintaining office supplies and distribution
Willingness to assist in solicitation and distribution of in-kind donations
Completes various errands as assigned
New Avenues for Youth offers a very generous benefits package. To apply, send your cover letter and resume to jobs@newavenues.org. Please be sure to include where you came across this opportunity in your response. You can learn more about New Avenues by visiting our website at http://www.newavenues.org . New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary
$45.49 - $55.28 Hourly
Closing
1/21/2019 11:59 PM Pacific
The City of Portland is seeking candidates for multiple civil engineer positions to support the planning, design, construction, and other aspects of our public infrastructure. Civil Engineers complete complex engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting policies, and determining work assignments. Civil Engineers have a variety of professional engineering responsibilities depending on the Bureau and Division they work within.
To view the full job announcement and apply, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/2153730/engineer-civil-open-continuous?keywords=civil%20engineer&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Full Time
Salary
$45.49 - $55.28 Hourly
Closing
1/21/2019 11:59 PM Pacific
The City of Portland is seeking candidates for multiple civil engineer positions to support the planning, design, construction, and other aspects of our public infrastructure. Civil Engineers complete complex engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting policies, and determining work assignments. Civil Engineers have a variety of professional engineering responsibilities depending on the Bureau and Division they work within.
To view the full job announcement and apply, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/2153730/engineer-civil-open-continuous?keywords=civil%20engineer&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
About New Avenues for Youth: New Avenues for Youth imagines a community where all young people thrive and experience health, well-being, and a self-determined home. New Avenues works in partnership with the Portland community to provide homeless, foster-care, and at-risk youth of all backgrounds with the resources and skills needed to lead healthy, productive lives. We are a diverse non-profit organization in our 20th year serving youth.
Our Commitment to Equity: New Avenues for Youth imagines a community where all young people thrive and experience health, well-being, and a self-determined home. Historical inequities and intersecting forms of oppression such as racism, poverty, adultism, sexism, homophobia, and ableism, among others contribute to marginalization and exploitation of youth. We believe, to redress youth homelessness and housing instability we must challenge and dismantle racism and other forms of oppression and build relationships within our communities that advance equity. At New Avenues, advancing equity is an ongoing commitment without closure. We remain open-minded and presume best intentions, knowing that discomfort and conflict are inevitable. We take risks and make and learn from our mistakes. We seek multiple perspectives, strive for transparency, remain humble, and resist the urge to silence hard truths.
The Position: The Administrative Assistant will act as a receptionist at New Avenues’ Columbia Street location as well as provide clerical and logistic support to the Finance, Program Data, and Facilities teams located at the same building. The Administrative Assistant will provide customer service to building visitors, perform light data entry for Finance and Program Data, and coordinate with vendors and other staff to respond to facility and maintenance needs and repairs.
Skills & Knowledge:
An unflappable and approachable demeanor in providing support to visitors and co-workers
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, excellent communication, interpersonal skills required, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work with a diverse staff, support equity, and thrive in a multi-cultural environment
Hands-on experience and/or willingness to learn and perform data entry in multiple information systems required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Prior use of Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM), or QuickBooks Online a plus.
Education & Experience:
A minimum of one year of experience working in an office setting
At least one year of data entry, accounting/AP processing, or other transactional data entry experience preferred
New Avenues offers a very generous benefits package. To apply, send your cover letter and resume to jobs@newavenues.org. Please be sure to include where you came across this opportunity in your response. You can learn more about New Avenues by visiting our website at http://www.newavenues.org/contact-us/employment-opportunities New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Full Time
About New Avenues for Youth: New Avenues for Youth imagines a community where all young people thrive and experience health, well-being, and a self-determined home. New Avenues works in partnership with the Portland community to provide homeless, foster-care, and at-risk youth of all backgrounds with the resources and skills needed to lead healthy, productive lives. We are a diverse non-profit organization in our 20th year serving youth.
Our Commitment to Equity: New Avenues for Youth imagines a community where all young people thrive and experience health, well-being, and a self-determined home. Historical inequities and intersecting forms of oppression such as racism, poverty, adultism, sexism, homophobia, and ableism, among others contribute to marginalization and exploitation of youth. We believe, to redress youth homelessness and housing instability we must challenge and dismantle racism and other forms of oppression and build relationships within our communities that advance equity. At New Avenues, advancing equity is an ongoing commitment without closure. We remain open-minded and presume best intentions, knowing that discomfort and conflict are inevitable. We take risks and make and learn from our mistakes. We seek multiple perspectives, strive for transparency, remain humble, and resist the urge to silence hard truths.
The Position: The Administrative Assistant will act as a receptionist at New Avenues’ Columbia Street location as well as provide clerical and logistic support to the Finance, Program Data, and Facilities teams located at the same building. The Administrative Assistant will provide customer service to building visitors, perform light data entry for Finance and Program Data, and coordinate with vendors and other staff to respond to facility and maintenance needs and repairs.
Skills & Knowledge:
An unflappable and approachable demeanor in providing support to visitors and co-workers
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, excellent communication, interpersonal skills required, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work with a diverse staff, support equity, and thrive in a multi-cultural environment
Hands-on experience and/or willingness to learn and perform data entry in multiple information systems required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Prior use of Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM), or QuickBooks Online a plus.
Education & Experience:
A minimum of one year of experience working in an office setting
At least one year of data entry, accounting/AP processing, or other transactional data entry experience preferred
New Avenues offers a very generous benefits package. To apply, send your cover letter and resume to jobs@newavenues.org. Please be sure to include where you came across this opportunity in your response. You can learn more about New Avenues by visiting our website at http://www.newavenues.org/contact-us/employment-opportunities New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Title: Police Dispatch Lateral Trainee
Salary : $25.14 - $32.71 Hourly
Closing Date: Mon. 07/23/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time
This is a trainee position for journey level emergency communications dispatchers from other jurisdictions who have gained the skills via training and employment in order to effectively perform dispatching work in the field of emergency communications, with the exception of fire dispatch. Incumbents are responsible for participating in formal classroom training, on–the-job-training, simulation training and directed self-study. Prior to promotion to the police dispatcher classification, incumbents must be able to demonstrate proficiency to operate telephone, use radio and computer equipment to record requests for emergency services, and dispatch police field units; and monitor the status of field units. The ability to work any shift, on any day, and to work overtime is an essential function of the job. Typical shift configurations for experienced employees are four – 10 hour days; employees are not required to report to work on their days off. For more information and apply, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs .
Full Time
Job Title: Police Dispatch Lateral Trainee
Salary : $25.14 - $32.71 Hourly
Closing Date: Mon. 07/23/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time
This is a trainee position for journey level emergency communications dispatchers from other jurisdictions who have gained the skills via training and employment in order to effectively perform dispatching work in the field of emergency communications, with the exception of fire dispatch. Incumbents are responsible for participating in formal classroom training, on–the-job-training, simulation training and directed self-study. Prior to promotion to the police dispatcher classification, incumbents must be able to demonstrate proficiency to operate telephone, use radio and computer equipment to record requests for emergency services, and dispatch police field units; and monitor the status of field units. The ability to work any shift, on any day, and to work overtime is an essential function of the job. Typical shift configurations for experienced employees are four – 10 hour days; employees are not required to report to work on their days off. For more information and apply, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs .
Job Title: Emergency Communications Dispatch Trainee
Salary: $22.80 - $26.41 Hourly
Closing Date: Mon. 07/23/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time
The City of Portland, Bureau of Emergency Communications is seeking Emergency Communications Dispatcher Trainees to become Senior Emergency Communications Dispatchers for Portland / Multnomah County 9-1-1. Senior Emergency Communications Dispatchers answer/process emergency and non-emergency calls; and dispatch police, fire and medical responders on emergencies. The work is fast paced and rewarding, but often performed under stressful demands for speed and accuracy due to the nature of the work. Emergency Communications Dispatcher Trainees participate in a comprehensive paid training program that includes classroom learning, extensive on-the-job training with experienced employees and directed self-study. The training program prepares Dispatcher Trainees to use critical thinking skills during quickly changing situations; to utilize computer, radio and phone systems required to complete the work; and to develop communication skills necessary to ensure public/responder safety. For more information and apply, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs .
Full Time
Job Title: Emergency Communications Dispatch Trainee
Salary: $22.80 - $26.41 Hourly
Closing Date: Mon. 07/23/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time
The City of Portland, Bureau of Emergency Communications is seeking Emergency Communications Dispatcher Trainees to become Senior Emergency Communications Dispatchers for Portland / Multnomah County 9-1-1. Senior Emergency Communications Dispatchers answer/process emergency and non-emergency calls; and dispatch police, fire and medical responders on emergencies. The work is fast paced and rewarding, but often performed under stressful demands for speed and accuracy due to the nature of the work. Emergency Communications Dispatcher Trainees participate in a comprehensive paid training program that includes classroom learning, extensive on-the-job training with experienced employees and directed self-study. The training program prepares Dispatcher Trainees to use critical thinking skills during quickly changing situations; to utilize computer, radio and phone systems required to complete the work; and to develop communication skills necessary to ensure public/responder safety. For more information and apply, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs .
