Operator In Training Coordinator (Coordinator II - CPPW)

City of Portland

Salary: $80,558.40 - $114,982.40 Annually

Job Type: Regular

Job Number: 2024-00569

Location: 5001 N Columbia Blvd., OR

Bureau: Bureau of Environmental Services

Closing: 6/10/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

Job Appointment: Full-TimeWork Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7 am-3:30 pm.Work Location: 5001 N COLUMBIA BLVD, PORTLAND OR 97203-2098Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view labor agreements, current and future, please click here .

Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume and cover letter addressing the minimum qualifications.

Position Summary
The Operator-In-Training (OIT) Coordinator II position is a newly created position that will provide the Division with an equitable and streamlined approach to recruitment, training, planning, and coordination of work within the Operations Division. This position will be instrumental in implementing the newly created Wastewater OIT Program within the Operations Division.

The OIT Coordinator position will reside within the Operations Support Team (OST), reporting to the OST Program Coordinator. They will help to oversee, develop, plan, coordinate, and prioritize the OIT Program. This includes developing and updating training content, coordinating training schedules, and prioritizing work of Operators-In-Training. The OIT Coordinator will also support the OST deliver training and development activities for the Operations Division.

To learn more about the OIT Program, visit Wastewater Operator-In-Training Program | Portland.gov

Interested in applying? Consider the following questions:

• Are you an experienced wastewater professional motivated to increase the awareness and diversity of this industry?
• Are you a people-person with interest and experience training others?
• Are you able to successfully coordinate work and schedules for large and small groups?
• Do you want to work at a beautiful campus with amazing people?

If so, the OIT Coordinator could be the perfect position for you at our beautiful campus in North Portland!

What you'll get to do:

1. Serve as the main point of contact for the newly created Operator In Training Program.
2. Develop, organize, coordinate, and implement all training needs for the OIT Program, including delivering presentations, tours, and mentorship for up to six staffers.
3. Assist in the coordination, development, and delivery of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit education and training to staff.
4. Participate in presenting to local educational bodies and professional organizations on milestones accomplished with the OIT program.
5. Assist the Operators Staff Trainer in developing, coordinating, implementing, evaluating, and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOP).
6. Assist in the use of internal communication software; analyze data, identify gaps, and coordinate work to resolve issues.
7. Assist in guiding public tours of the wastewater treatment facility.

About the Bureau of Environmental Services
This is an exciting time to join the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). Together we are re-imagining the work we do to ensure it aligns with Our Values:

• We implement equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery.
• We value our customers and partners.
• We carefully manage our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources.
• We encourage leadership among our employees both in our City and community.
• We support a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce.
• We demonstrate respectful communication and transparency.
• We advance innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.

At BES, we value our customers and partners; Portlanders' sense of connection to their waterways; conscientious stewardship of our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources; a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce; leadership among our employees and in our City and community; equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery; clear communication and transparency; innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.

BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities; and that desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities.
To learn more about the work we do at BES, click on the link: About Environmental Services | Portland.gov

Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here: download (portland.gov)

Questions:Anna Morgan, Senior Recruiter
[email protected]

To Qualify
To be considered for this recruitment, applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in a cover letter and resume how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications:

1. Knowledge and experience in the operations of wastewater treatment facilities.
2. Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.
3. Experience creating wastewater training presentations and providing training and mentorship of staff.
4. Ability and experience creating and coordinating work tasks and schedules of staff.
5. Experience with instructing educational materials to diverse audiences.

Required Education & Experience

• Four (4) years of experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities listed above, which may include a combination of education and experience.

Required Certifications/Licenses

• A valid state driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of hire.

Desired Certification/License

• While not required, wastewater certification through Oregon DEQ is highly recommended.

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between May 27, 2024 - June 10, 2024 Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Answer to three (3) Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)

Application Tips:

• Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
• Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter.
• Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.
• Do not attach materials not requested.
• All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

STEP 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of June 17, 2024

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%.
• Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of June 24, 2024

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): July

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
• Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: July
Step 6: Start Date: July

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*

Additional Information

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
• Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity

To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/4520478/operator-in-training-coordinator-coordinator-ii-cppw

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