Development Supervisor II

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Development Supervisor II

Salary

$6,564.13 - $8,820.93 Monthly

Location

1900 SW 4th Ave, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2017-00812

Bureau

Portland Bureau of Transportation

Opening Date

10/09/2017

Closing Date

10/23/2017 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

Are you a leader experienced in supervising a high performing team? Do you have a proven track record of  meeting short turnaround timelines?  Do you have experience with City Codes? If so, we encourage you to apply for the Development Supervisor II position in the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT).
 
The Development Supervisor II will be responsible for leading the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of specific programs and activities, planning staff work schedules, monitoring review turnaround performance, mentoring staff for performance, and evaluating the performance of the unit.  Responsibilities are moderately broad in scope and moderate discretion is needed in carrying out the mission and goals of the organizational unit.  In addition to overseeing the day-to-day operations of the workgroup, the supervisor is also responsible for PBOT's role in the development of the Portland Online Permitting System (POPS). This work requires independent judgment and knowledge of City Codes, PBOT standard drawings and policies.
 
A successful candidate will possess the following skills:
 
Customer Service: Uses tact, discretion, and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive situations while collaborating closely with other bureau workgroups and inter-bureau partners including BDS, BES, Water, Parks, and Fire. 
Leadership:  Motivating and efficient.  Shows creativity in leadership while overseeing and evaluating the work of their team.  Develops and applies procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives, and work standards.
Decision Making: Uses sound judgment to make timely, informed decisions that take into fact the goals, constraints, facts and risks.
 
The Portland Bureau of Transportation is a community partner in shaping a livable city.  We plan, build, manager and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility.  We keep Portland moving.  For more information about the Portland Bureau of Transportation, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/pbot.  The Portland Bureau of Transportation embraces diversity, models inclusivity and promotes equity through its service delivery, internal operations, organizational culture, and in its work with partners and the community.

To Qualify

PLEASE ENSURE THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ARE OUTLINED IN YOUR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS AND RESUME WITH EXAMPLES AND DETAILS.

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

  1. Knowledge and experience applying city policy, code, and permit regulations while following the appropriate federal, state, and city laws/regulations.
  2. Ability and experience supervising the work of professional and/or technical subordinates.
  3. Ability and experience defining issues, analyzing problems, and developing sound conclusions.
  4. Experience effectively engaging in problem solving and team building while using tact and diplomacy to maintain and establish effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  5. Ability and experience communicating technical complex matters to non-technical individuals, such as policy makers
  6. Experience reviewing and interpreting permit documents, land use applications, construction plans, and other complex documents such as codes, ordinances, and regulations.
  7. Experience working with a variety of computer based applications such as: permit tracking & management, GIS mapping programs, Microsoft office programs, and human capital management programs such as SAP.

The Recruitment Process

Please note: A cover letter is not required on this recruitment.  An evaluation of each applicant's training and experience, as demonstrated in their resume and answers to the supplemental questions, weighted 100%. . Do not attach materials not requested. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection

Additional Information

Application Instructions
Applicants must submit a professional  resume online, as well as answer the supplemental questions specifically focused on your qualifications for this position as identified in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement in accordance with the following Application Instructions:
 
Your résumé and answers to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
  • Your answers to each supplemental question should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications
  • Your resume should support the details described in your answers to the supplemental questions
  • If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, as identified below, please describe in your cover letter any transferrable skills obtained during your military service and how they relate to each of the required minimum qualifications under the "To Qualify" section above.
Your résumé should be no more than a total of four (2) pages combined. Do not attach materials not requested.
 
All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than 11:59PM pm, on the closing date of this recruitment.  E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
 
If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215 and / or Veteran's Administration Letter Stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veteran's Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment you apply for.
 
Veteran's Preference documentation must be submitted no later than 4:30 PM on the closing date of this recruitment.
 
Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at 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(s) named below No Later Than the Closing Date of This Announcement.

Questions?  
Emily Mavraganis
Senior Human Resources Analyst
Bureau of Human Resources
emily.mavraganis@portlandoregon.gov
(503) 823-3314
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits
 
This summary outlines the benefit programs, actual benefts may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

The City of Portland offers a comprehensive benefit package that is competitive with other private and public sector employers.

More detailed information can be obtained by calling the Benefits & Wellness Office at 503-823-6031.
 
  • A choice of two medical/vision plans and two dental plans.
  • Coverage is available to benefits-eligible employees, their spouse/domestic partner and eligible dependent children up to age 26.
  • For full time employees, the City pays 95% of the cost of coverage, you pay 5%.
  • The part-time employees' cost is pro-rated based on the number of hours in the employee's regular work schedule.
  • We offer many on-site fitness center locations and classes, stretching,
  • discounts to local fitness clubs,
  • smoking cessation benefits,
  • chronic care coaching programs,
  • worksite wellness screenings and flu shots.
  • Basic life insurance at no cost to full time employees.
  • Levels of coverage are based on bargaining units, employment status and/or annual salaries.
    • Supplemental life insurance - employees may purchase up to $500,000 for themselves
    • up to $300,000 for their spouse or domestic partner.
    • up to $25,000 for dependent children.
    • This coverage is portable upon retirement or separation. There are some limitations on coverage level.
  • Depending on your bargaining unit, you may be eligible for Basic Long Term disability coverage which will pay up to 40% of your basic monthly earnings up to $3,333 per month.
  • The benefit is available 60 days from the onset of the approved disability, or exhaustion of sick leave, whichever is later.
  • Preexisting condition limitations do apply.
  • Employees may also purchase an additional 20% (of your basic monthly earnings up to $1,667 per month) coverage.
Short-Term Disability
  • Depending on your bargaining unit, you may be eligible for Basic Short-Term disability coverage which will pay up to 40% of pre-disability earnings for eligible employees
  • The benefit is available after a 14-day waiting period, and can continue for 90 days.
  • Pre-existing condition limitations do apply.
  • Employees may also purchase an additional 20% benefit (of your basic monthly earnings up to $1,667 per month) coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) provides confidential counseling services for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Effective July 1, 2013, the plan provides up to five free visits per year.
  • Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP) allows you to make pre-tax contributions to your account to pay for eligible medical/dental/vision expenses which are not paid by your health insurance (deductibles, co-pays, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Account Program (DCAP) allows you to pay for your eligible dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. The maximum allowable you may contribute to this plan is $5,000. 
  • Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
    • The City currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.
    • Employees who are OPSRP members are vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 (age 60 for police and fire.)
  • Option to contribute a portion of your earnings on a pre-tax basis to the City's Deferred Compensation Program.
Paid Leave
  • 112 hours of vacation each year initially. This accrual will increase over time.
  • Sick leave typically accrues up to a maximim rate of 40 hours per calendar year
  • 10 paid holidays each year
  • Three personal days accrue each year
Family Medical Leave

In accordance with federal and state law, and the City policy for family medical leave, the City grants family and medical leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical related reasons.
 
  • City's TRIP Reduction Incentive Program (for transportation options)

01
Do you have experience applying city policy, codes, and permit regulations while following the appropriate federal, state, and city laws/regulations?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Please describe your experience applying city polciy, code, and permit regulations while following the appropriate federal, state, and city laws/regulations. (In your response, include how and where you obtained this knowledge and experience) Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience
03
Do you have experience analyzing problems, defining issues, and developing sound conclusions?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Please describe your experience supervising the work of professional and/or technical subordinates. (In your response, include how and where you obtained this knowledge and experience) Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience
05
Do you have experience communicating technical complex matters to non-technical individuals?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Please describe your experience communicating technical complex matters to non-technical individuals such as policy makers. (In your response, include how and where you obtained this knowledge and experience) Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience
07
Do you have experience engaging in problem solving and team building while using tact and diplomacy to maintain and establish effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Please describe your experience engaging in problem solving and team building while using tact and diplomacy to maintain and establish effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. (In your response, include how and where you obtained this knowledge and experience) Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience
09
Do you have experience reviewing and interpreting permit documents, construction plans, and other complex documents?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Please describe your experience reviewing and interpreting permit documents, land use applications, construction plans, andother complex documents such as codes, ordinances, and regulations. (In your response, include how and where you obtained this knowledge and experience) Enter N/A, if you do ot have relevant experience

Required Question

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