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Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

· Service · Professionalism · Integrity · Respect · Individual accountability · Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We’re always looking to improve. That’s the Clackamas County SPIRIT.

Clackamas County Core Values

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, March 5th, 2024.
Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.

Hourly Pay Range: $35.957078 - $45.358673

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
  • Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

• Monthly accruals (prorated for less than 1.0FTE)

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  • Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
  • OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

Employees must work a minimum of 30 hours per week to receive full benefits. Employees working 20 - 29 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits for themselves and family members. Medical plans cover the employee and all eligible dependents (including spouse/domestic partner and/or children) at a reasonable cost.

This is a part time County position represented by AFSCME.

AFSCME: Department of Transportation (DTD) Part Time Benefits

Learn More About Benefits

• Do you find it rewarding to promote sustainability in the community?
• Are you an excellent communicator who loves to build new connections?
• Do you appreciate the diverse needs and approaches to successful engagement in a County that encompasses many different communities?
• Are you a strong, creative collaborator?
• Are you passionate about event planning and community outreach?
• Do you have a flexible availability to work a variable schedule that includes evenings and weekends?

If you answered “yes” to the questions above, we want you to join our team as a Part Time Sustainability Analyst with a focus on public education and outreach events with Clackamas County’s Sustainability & Solid Waste Program.
If selected for this position, you will collaborate with regional and local planners, partners, and volunteers to plan a variety of events and presentations to promote recycling and sustainability education in Clackamas County. Main responsibilities include organizing, scheduling, advertising, recruiting and coordinating volunteers for new and recurring events and outreach opportunities throughout the county. This position will also collaborate with the Master Recycler Program Manager to recruit Master Recycler volunteers and will act as a resource to provide ongoing education and support at Master Recycler events. Other responsibilities include developing public facing educational materials/resources and being a point of contact for community questions about the Sustainability & Solid Waste Program.
Please note, this is a part time position that averages 24 hours per week.Due to the nature of the events this position will be coordinating, hours per week will fluctuate between 20-29 and will regularly include evenings and weekends.

We are committed to being an exemplary organization with best practices in sustainability and waste reduction. It is critical that every member of our team recognizes the vital role we play in our community. To that end, we are searching for an experienced individual, who is motivated to be a positive and collaborative contributor, demonstrating strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills that will allow us to improve, develop and enhance our operations.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience coordinating and leading events and/or community outreach that includes program planning, tracking data and reporting, creating outreach materials, organizing, staffing, and successfully executing events
• Experience with community/volunteer engagement including recruiting, training, supervising, and recognizing volunteers
• Experience in positions that required strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience providing excellent customer service in person, over phone and by email
• Ability to work a variable schedule (between 20-29 hours per week) that includes evenings and weekends
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience with recycling, waste reduction/waste prevention or sustainability program practices
• Experience developing effective relationships with community partners and organizations
• Experience creating public facing educational content and materials
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

• For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Collaborates with partners (regional/local) and volunteers throughout the county at a variety of events and presentations to promote recycling/sustainability education. Coordinate these events by planning, scheduling, advertising, recruiting volunteers, prepping day of event materials and supplies, compiling and reporting event data at recurring events. Advise Waste Reduction Assistant on Event Recycling collection program.
• Collaborates with the Master Recycler Program Manager to ensure consistent messages to Master Recycler volunteers within the county, provide ongoing education for new and existing Master Recyclers, recruit new Master Recyclers, and coordinate yearly Master Recycler class held in Clackamas County. Act as county contact for Master Recycler volunteers regarding education, questions and providing materials to use at events throughout the county.
• Collaborates with regional solid waste planners to support programming to deliver sustainability, waste reduction and recycling education materials/presentations to the public.
• Assists with development and implementation of public facing educational materials including flyers, county Sustainability & Solid Waste website, displays, presentations and events for community engagement with staff or Master Recycler participation throughout the county.
• Manages incoming calls and emails from the public.

Thorough knowledge of: Sustainability, materials management, waste reduction, and resource conservation practices, programs, and activities; approaches and best management practices for assisting private and public sector organizations and individuals in developing and adopting such practices and programs; concepts of sustainability as applied in communities and in businesses; practices and techniques of research, project management and community or customer engagement.
Working knowledge of: Recycling markets, collection programs, and materials handling/processing; sustainability principles and the solid waste hierarchy; State, regional and local laws, rules and codes governing materials management, waste reduction, recycling, and resource conservation; State and regional recovery goals; solid waste franchise systems; practices and techniques of public relations and marketing; English grammar and composition; office methods and procedures.
Skill to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; evaluate and provide technical assistance in recycling, waste reduction, purchasing, resource conservation, process improvement, and related operational policies, for businesses, workplaces and communities; encourage and motivate adoption of best practices and participation in related programs; work independently or as part of a team; recruit and coordinate volunteers and committee members; interpret applicable laws, regulations and rules; research, analyze and evaluate complex problems and devise solutions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups; effectively use word processing, spreadsheet, publishing/design, and presentation software; accurately record and report activities; deliver presentations and trainings to various audiences.

This part time position works an average of 24 hours per week, however the schedule is variable and will fluctuate between 20-29 hours per week based on event responsibilities. The schedule will include a combination of standard business hours, evenings and weekends, as required for community events.
Please Note: This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to theClackamas County Teleworking Policyand based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The mission of the Department of Transportation and Development (DTD) is to assist residents and businesses in creating vibrant, sustainable communities through innovative and responsive public service.
DTD is responsible for a broad range of county services involving land use planning and permitting, building permits, county code enforcement, solid waste and recycling, road construction and maintenance, surveying, plat approvals, public land corner restoration, economic development, libraries, County parks, and dog services.

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Help with the Application

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

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VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

Lindsay Roberts, Recruiter
LRoberts2@clackamas.us