What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clean Energy Fund, Capacity Building Project Manager (Coordinator II - CPPW) position at City of Portland?

Job Appointment : Regular, Full-time

Work Schedule : Monday – Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.

Work Location : Hybrid. In-person work will be conducted at The Vanport Building located at 1810 SW 5th Avenue. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington.

Benefits : 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.

Language Pay Premium Eligible : This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees.

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

Position Summary :

The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) team at the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) is seeking a project management professional to implement PCEF grant programs that strengthen the organizational capacity of community-based organizations advancing climate equity. This role combines project management, direct grantee support, coordination of educational engagement events, and management of contracts for organizational development services (e.g., financial management, board leadership, reporting, etc.). The ideal candidate will balance strong interpersonal communication skills with precise project management to support historically underserved organizations driving climate justice.

As a Capacity Building Project Manager, you will :

Support grants and contracts awarded for projects and programs by serving as the primary contact for PCEF’s Capacity Building Cohort Program, defining scopes and metrics, monitoring progress, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance while providing troubleshooting and collaborative problem-solving to support grantee and contractor success.
Review project proposals by participating in evaluating and scoring proposals and offering input on awards and management processes.
Coordinate engagement events and collaborations by facilitating opportunities for grantees, contractors, and stakeholders to collaborate, engage in peer learning, and share insights.
Lead program analysis by conducting evaluations, including capacity assessments and performance reviews, to inform program improvements.
Foster community relations by cultivating relationships with individuals and organizations from PCEF priority populations.
Process community input by transforming public feedback into actionable insights to guide programming and decision-making.

As a person, you have :

Lived Experience : Firsthand knowledge of and connection to marginalized communities, with a deep understanding of how historical racism and disinvestment have shaped present realities.

Social Intelligence : Strong communication skills that foster ease and understanding, allowing you to engage effectively with individuals from a variety of roles and backgrounds.

Collaborative and Inclusive Approach : Comfort in sharing power, working together toward collective goals, and guiding others through conflict resolution with a trauma-informed perspective.

Equity-Driven Mindset : A commitment to driving systemic change to address both historical and ongoing discrimination.

Empathetic Understanding : The ability to approach difficult conversations and sensitive topics with professionalism, compassion, and an awareness of the impact of equity and justice issues on communities.

About the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund :

As a first-in-the-nation community-led climate fund, PCEF’s mission is to broaden community resilience and economic opportunity through climate action that advances racial and social justice.

PCEF awards grants and contracts that serve communities with historically limited access to opportunity in the energy, transportation, construction, employment, agricultural, and green infrastructure industries.

PCEF was created through a ballot initiative passed by Portland voters in November 2018. It raises revenue through a one percent business licensing surcharge on revenue generated in Portland by certain large retailers. The Fund collects approximately $200 million in annual revenue for clean energy, transportation, green infrastructure, regenerative agriculture, and workforce and contractor development projects and programs.

Minimum Qualifications :

Ability to help implement systems that reverse historic and current discrimination practices, or demonstrate a commitment to racial justice, diversity, equity, or inclusion; or lived or work experience supporting communities of color or historically marginalized communities.

Experience furthering an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace and respectful working relationships with public agency officials or representatives of community-based organizations.

Ability to apply relevant codes, regulations, requirements, administrative rules, and policies; exercise independent judgment, problem-solve, and take initiative within established procedures and guidelines.

Experience supporting organizational development activities such as training, technical assistance, or facilitated meetings, particularly in community-based settings.

Experience managing multiple projects, tracking budgets, using project management techniques, and ensuring compliance with project or program requirements.

Although not required, you may have :

Two (2) or more years of experience supporting or leading an organization’s growth and development through training, technical assistance, or strategic planning, particularly in nonprofit or community-based settings, or in small business development.

Proficiency in a second language (e.g., Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Russian) to effectively communicate with diverse community members and stakeholders.

PMP, AICP, or other relevant certifications.

Application Timeline :

STEP 1 : Apply online between Monday, January 13, 2025 and Monday, February 2, 2025 .

Required Application Materials :

Resume

Answer to the Supplemental Questions

Optional Application Materials :

Veteran documents to request Veteran Preference.

Questions?

Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior Recruiter

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.

Bureau of Human Resources

Amanda.Hillebrecht@portlandoregon.gov

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