Environmental Education Supervisor (Supervisor I - E)

Position Summary:
Portland Parks & Recreation's (PP&R) Environmental Education program offers programs in our city's parks and natural areas to connect Portlanders to nature all year long. Programs include summer nature camps, youth classes, school field trips, guided nature walks, youth employment programs, volunteer stewardship and special events that focus on connection to nature. The voter-approved 2020 Parks Operating Levy stated that PP&R would expand access to nature. Our Environmental Education program has grown and expanded to help meet this goal.

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) and the Environmental Education program celebrates diversity. We are working to build an anti-racist workplace and believe that diverse perspectives are critical to our success. PP&R encourages applications from people with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of community members with diverse racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, gender-identity and socio-economic backgrounds.

This position will lead teams that get youth out into nature and provides outdoor work experiences for young adults. PP&R Environmental Education staff plan, organize, coordinate, lead, and evaluate nature educational programs for youth and young adults. They introduce youth to nature; help provide racial and cultural diversity to the natural resources field and increase stewardship in our region.

The Supervisor position will be responsible for the operations of the entire Environmental Education work unit and provide daily support and guidance to the team of permanent and casual staff. This position will support the various programs such as Youth Conservation Crew, Teen Nature team, Summer Nature Day Camp, Ladybug Walks, school field trips and natural area stewardship. The Supervisor will also work to guide the program’s growth with a sustainable and equitable approach.
 
What you'll get to do:

• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, assign work to, and supervise staff, including casual/seasonal employees.
• Create a welcoming workplace for people of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
• Build a workplace culture that prioritizes racial equity; promote an equitable workplace that demonstrates an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society.
• Assist in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of Environmental Education programs and projects.
• Lead and support the Environmental Education department, including a year-round team of approximately 10 - 15 Community Service Aides and 4 Botanic Specialist II’s and oversight of approximately 100 - 115 summer Casual staff members. Team development includes creating team building opportunities for staff, and leading productive and engaging team meetings.
• Support nature education activities for middle and high school students and young adults, from the office and in the field. Programs include science and nature education, community building, stewardship, outdoor recreation, skill building and workforce development in various natural areas and parks across Portland.
• Oversee summer nature camps and school year nature classes for youth/ families. Logistics include emergency plans, standard operating procedures, staff training, and registration. Programs include nature-based activities for over 2,000 children ages 0-16 across Portland.
• Assist in the development, monitoring & reporting of the unit’s budget, including revenue forecasts and cost analysis of programs and projects.
• Build ties to diverse community-based organizations and other partners to increase access to nature for Portlanders of all ages and backgrounds.
• Create standard practices, policies, safety guidelines and procedures for day-to-day operations of the unit, programs, projects, or tasks; establish goals and direction and communicate expectations to staff.
• Conduct oversight of performance requirements and personal development targets for staff; provide coaching for performance; evaluate performance, conduct performance reviews & discipline.

About the Bureau:
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee, and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

*Please note: AI Notetaking apps will not be allowed into virtual sessions hosted by the Bureau of Human Resources Recruitment Team. If you need accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, then please contact the Recruiter or Program Lead for assistance.

Have a question?
Contact Information:
 TroyLynn Craft
 Senior Recruiter
 troylynn.craft@portlandoregon.govThe following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

1. Experience leading or supervising the work of other employees, youth, teens and/or volunteers including recruiting, training, mentoring, leading meetings, team building, coaching and onsite support.
2. Experience designing and using curricular plans for outdoor science education in the field, including applying safety guidelines, regulations, and policies that pertain to outdoor science education.
3. Ability to build a workplace culture that prioritizes equity and demonstrates an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society.
4. Experience with the fundamentals and methods of budget creation, monitoring and reporting, including revenue forecasts and public budget management.
5. Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and navigating conflict with internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, such as co-workers, diverse community groups, staff, volunteers, professional organizations, the public, youth, teen, and others.

Although not required, you may have one or more of these desirable skills/degrees/experience:

• 4-year degree in Education, Environmental Education, Science Education, Environmental Science, Park & Recreation Management, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.
• Experience working for a public agency or in park & recreation administration.
• Two (2) years of experience performing work like that of direct reports, in the outdoor nature education field.

 Applicants must also possess:

• A valid state driver's license and an acceptable driving record 
• The ability to work outdoors in various environments, including uneven terrain and diverse weather conditions.
• The ability to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 6 months of hire.

STEP 1: Apply online between February 17 - March 10, 2025

•  Required Application Materials: Resume
• Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

• If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment.

Application Tips:

• Your responses to the supplemental questions 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 responses to the supplemental questions.
• How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying.  It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• You may use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please be sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage using AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills. 
• 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 March 10, 2025

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
• Your resume and responses 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.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would 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 March 17, 2025

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

Step 4: Selection (Interview): April

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.

Step 5: Offer of Employment

Step 6: Start Date: 

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

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• City of Portland Core Values
• Recruitment Process - Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

Salary : $97,510 - $126,693