Partnerships and Equity Manager (Manager I)

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Partnerships and Equity Manager (Manager I)

Salary

$84,656.00 - $148,138.00 Annually

Location

1120 SW 5th Ave, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2022-00036

Bureau

Office of Community & Civic Life

Opening Date

01/10/2022

Closing Date

2/7/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

Workplaces across Portland, the United States and the world are making tough decisions about how to protect their employees and community from COVID-19. We, too, find ourselves in the middle of this complex situation at the City of Portland.  We are committed to ensuring the health and safety for our employees and our community. As a part of this commitment, all City employees are required to be fully vaccinated, effective October 18, 2021. Proof of full vaccination, or documentation of plans to become fully vaccinated (e.g., partially vaccinated however too soon for second dose, etc.) will be required prior to being hired by the City of Portland. The required vaccination is a minimum qualification requirement to be hired by the City of Portland. We understand that some are unable to be vaccinated for a variety of reasons, including medical and religious/spiritual reasons. Should you be offered employment with the City of Portland, there is an exception process that provides for an exception and reasonable accommodation based on a qualified medical condition or religious/spiritual reason.  Exception Request Process for COVID-19 vaccine .  

The Office of Community & Civic Life (Civic Life) connects Portlanders with city government to build inclusive, safe, and livable communities. This position is a senior leader in the bureau’s administration. This position directly manages the Adapt to Impact, Neighborhood Services, Diversity and Civic Leadership, Youth, and Immigrant and Refugee programs and is also responsible for partnership management and equity initiatives with civic engagement networks and government jurisdictions for the bureau.

This position strengthens the overall capacity of the bureau in key programmatic and operational areas. The position:

  • Directs the strategic development and continuous improvement of the bureau’s portfolio of highly visible and signature community and civic engagement programs for greater impact and efficiencies.
    • The District Coalitions component of the neighborhood services program will undergo a fundamental transformation in the coming years as we plan to assess three city-staffed district offices for a possible return to community ownership. This position will provide leadership and guidance to others in navigating multiple and competing community, organizational and political relationships in service of broader community- and civic engagement outcomes.
    • Adapt to Impact is a new functional area for the bureau aligned with long-term goals adopted FY 18/19. This position oversees the establishment of an interdisciplinary approach and team based consulting model to serve city bureaus through the program’s three overhead- and one general-fund positions in the areas advisory boards, public involvement, mental health and disability.
    • The multiple programs within this portfolio have been operating with an emergent framework supporting intentional or complementary program interactions. This position will continue to develop a rationale, case and narrative for this body of work reflecting the evidence base, understanding of complex adaptive systems and grounded in population-based approaches to strengthen the existing community engagement and leadership development approaches.
  • Oversees the bureau and program capacity to integrate culturally empowering community- and civic engagement practices into all services, programs, and organizational development.
  • Oversees the bureau and program capacity to strengthen equity based programs and services inside and outside City government within the span and scope of the bureau.
  • Works with the Director and Manager II, Strategy, Innovation and Performance, to develop a theory of change around the bureau’s civic engagement mission, leading to the development of a programmatic and research/evaluation framework that builds the evidence of collective program impacts. This body of evidence will inform program development and leverage additional resources from external sources (such as public/private partnerships and grants).
  • Works with the Director and program leads on budget development and administration, monitoring budget performance, and forecasting annual and multi-year program growth.
  • Develops and manages a multicultural team that applies a racial and social justice analysis and delivers equitable outcomes through distinct program areas.
  • Works with the Director and leadership team to implement the bureau’s strategic goals and intersectional equity efforts.
  • Works with the Director and leadership team to address complex community, bureau and citywide issues and goals.
  • Maintains and cultivates contacts and relationships within multiple professional and community fields (city governance, program-specific areas, policy realms, community, and more.)
City of Portland Core Values: Anti-racism | Communication | Collaboration | Equity | Transparency | Fiscal Responsibility
These values guide our actions as we serve the community and engage our workforce. To learn more about the City's core values, please click here.
 
 Why work at the City of Portland?
The City of Portland workforce serves a population of over 650,000. We are culture- and solutions-driven, viewing every challenge as an opportunity to learn, improve, and share our expertise. We are committed to removing systemic barriers to resources, access, and opportunity. The City is a believer in ALL people and continues to actively recruit and retain diverse top talent every day. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. If you are open-minded, motivated, community-focused, and self-aware, please apply yourself at the City of Portland today.
 
Work Location
Currently, many positions with the City of Portland are being performed remotely due to COVID-19. Some employees are working from home full-time, while other roles cannot be filled in a remote status (firefighter, vehicle mechanic, street maintenance, etc.).  In the future, current positions classified as “full-time remote” could: 1) remain full-time remote, 2) become a remote/onsite mix, or 3) revert to full-time at a city work location.  

To Qualify

Applicants must provide details in their cover letter and resume that demonstrate how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:   


  1. Experience with strategic thinking and a demonstrated track-record in multiple areas: supervision, budget development and monitoring, management, and policy and program development and evaluation.
  2. Ability to propose, develop and resource innovative partnerships across sectors or disciplines using an equity lens.
  3. Knowledge of research methods and evaluation design.
  4. Experience using exceptional judgment, discretion, tact and diplomacy in dealing with highly sensitive issues and situations.
  5. Ability to learn new issues, learn and develop City-specific protocols and advance equity in complex work environments.
  6. Ability to supervise, train and coach others to deliver equitable outcomes and maintain consistent, high-quality standards. 

Applicants must also possess:
 

The Recruitment Process

An evaluation of each applicant's training and experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, 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 for required certifications may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
 
** PLEASE NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies**
 
Recruitment Activity Schedule:

  • Job Posting closes: 2/7/22
  • Applications Reviewed: Week of 2/7/22
  • Eligible List / Notices Generated: week of 2/14/22
  • Selection: week 2/14/22
  • Job Offer: end of February
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.
  
Applicant Instructions
Applicants must submit a professional résumé and cover letter online specifically focused on your qualifications for this position as identified in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement in accordance with the following Application Instructions:
 
Your résumé and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position.
  • Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training, certification and/or experience, and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications and ability to meet the minimum requirements listed in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
  • Your résumé should support the details described in the cover letter.
  • If you are requesting Veterans’ 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.
  • Do not attach documents not requested.
Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.  All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.  Do not attach materials not requested.   E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.  

Additional Information

Work Status: Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.

 Veterans' Preference: If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, attach a copy of your DD214/DD215 and/or Veterans Administration letter stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veterans' Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment to which you apply. Veterans' Preference documentation must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on the closing date of this recruitment.
 
 ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations: If you identify as a person with a disability, are pregnant or nursing, or observe a religious practice(s), and would like to request a reasonable accommodation when applying for this job, please contact the Recruiter below for assistance.
 
 Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.

Language Pay Differential 
City of Portland employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English, may be eligible to receive a “language pay differential.” This is compensation for qualifying multilingual City employees who use their language skill to assist the community. More about the language pay differential can be found here.   

Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis:  Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.

Did you know? The City of Portland offers "How to Apply Classes" that are free and review best practices for applying to the City.  Follow the link for the most recent list of scheduled dates: Events | Career Center | Portland.gov.

Questions?
Karen Ehn, Senior Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources 
Karen.Ehn@portlandoregon.gov 


An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer      

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits
 
This summary outlines the benefit programs, actual benefits 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 maximum 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)

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Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.

The following supplemental questions are an important step in the examination and selection process to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the posted vacancy.

A lack of a complete and thorough response to each of the supplemental questions in the space provided may result in disqualification from the examination. In addition, the selections you make and responses you provide in the questionnaire must accurately reflect what is documented in your work history.

All of the supplemental questions below that are specifically listed in the "To Qualify" section are required for this position. Please provide unique responses for each question that specifically address the qualification(s). Answering "No", "See resume", or entering "N/A" in the open text field to any of the minimum qualifications may result in elimination from further consideration.

If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to indicate that you are a veteran and also upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.


Have you read and understood all of the information listed above?
  • Yes
  • No
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Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)
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The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process)
  • My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality.
  • You may release my application, I am waiving confidentiality.
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I have read the City of Portland's COVID-19 vaccine requirement.
  • I plan to comply with the COVID-19 vaccine requirement by being fully vaccinated by my hire date and submitting proof of vaccination, or by asking for a religious/medical exception.
  • I do not plan to be vaccinated or ask for a religious/medical exception for the COVID-19 vaccine requirement.
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Do you possess strategic thinking and a demonstrated track-record in multiple areas: supervision, budget development and monitoring, management, and policy and program development and evaluation?
  • Yes
  • No
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe, in detail, your strategic thinking and demonstrated track-record in multiple areas: supervision, budget development and monitoring, management, and policy and program development and evaluation.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,
  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)
07
Do you have the ability to propose, develop and resource innovative partnerships across sectors or disciplines using an equity lens?
  • Yes
  • No
08
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe, in detail, your ability to propose, develop and resource innovative partnerships across sectors or disciplines using an equity lens.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,
  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)]
09
Do you have experience in research methods and evaluation design?
  • Yes
  • No
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe, in detail, your experience in research methods and evaluation design.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,
  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)
11
Do you have exceptional judgment, discretion, tact and diplomacy in dealing with highly sensitive issues and situations?
  • Yes
  • No
12
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe, in detail, your exceptional judgment, discretion, tact and diplomacy in dealing with highly sensitive issues and situations.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,
  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)]
13
Do you possess demonstrated ability to learn new issues, learn and develop City-specific protocols and advance equity in complex work environments?
  • Yes
  • No
14
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe, in detail, your demonstrated ability to learn new issues, learn and develop City-specific protocols and advance equity in complex work environments.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,
  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)
15
Do you possess the ability to supervise, train and coach others to deliver equitable outcomes and maintain consistent, high-quality standards?
  • Yes
  • No
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe, in detail, your ability to supervise, train and coach others to deliver equitable outcomes and maintain consistent, high-quality standards.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,
  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)]

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