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Street Systems/Operations Divisions - Coordinator II - CPPW

City of Portland, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Job Appointment:

Full time

Work Schedule:

Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM, alternating Friday’s off, working Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Work Location:

In person, Maintenance Operations, 2929 N Kerby Ave, Portland. Hybrid schedule option upon successfully passing 9‑month probationary period. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington.

Benefits:

Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position.

Language Pay Premium Eligible:

This position is eligible for Language Pay Differential qualifying employees.

Union Representation:

City of Portland Professional Workers Union, CPPW.

Application Material:

Apply online via the City of Portland’s portal. Respond to supplemental questions and attach a résumé. Do not include age, date of birth, or school dates unless specifically requested.

Positions Summary:

Coordinators are essential to Planning, Scheduling, and coordinating a large volume of the division’s dynamic workload. They prioritize and shift work effort in response to unplanned changes at daily, weekly, and monthly levels. The role may be required on site during emergent events.

What You'll Get To Do

Coordinate planning and scheduling for division work programs, ensuring work orders move efficiently and issues are addressed quickly.

Organize and track work plans, communicate with stakeholders, and identify opportunities for corrective action.

Support and implement strategies for moderate to complex programs and projects.

Provide high quality customer service to partners across PBOT, BES, Water, Parks, Fire & Rescue, the Mayor’s Office, and internal Maintenance Operations teams.

Work with Supervisors to develop quarterly work plans, set priorities, and ensure timely approval and closure of work orders.

Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and work order updates.

Collaborate with teams to find creative solutions that support City goals.

Promote a culture of safety and professionalism in all work activities.

Lead coordination for PBOT’s APWA Accreditation, including writing SOPs, gathering information from SMEs, conducting research, and managing documentation.

Manage APWA accreditation software, updating and submitting documents and tracking requirements.

Schedule and coordinate meetings, connect project participants with needed resources, and support agenda development.

Who You Are

Decision Maker:

Strong decision maker who can independently authorize and prioritize work.

Organized:

Keen attention to detail with high level of resource management and accurate record keeping.

Problem Solver:

Identifies problems early, values collaboration, and utilizes active listening and facilitation.

Authentic:

Treats community members, co‑workers, and employees with respect and is accountable.

Dedicated:

Passion for public service and high pride in completing projects, tasks, and emergencies efficiently.

Team Player:

Outgoing professional who builds trust, partnerships, and relationships to accomplish objectives.

About The Divisions Operations Division:

Performs street sweeping, vegetation management, debris removal, brush cutting, bike lane cleaning, leaf season and anti‑icing program, greenspace management, and traffic island maintenance. Programs vary with weather seasonality.

Street Systems Division:

With ~100 employees, the team provides maintenance and repair for the city’s 4,800 miles of roadways. The division manages roadway programs such as paving projects, pothole repairs, small capital safety projects, and the ADA curb ramp program.

The Portland Bureau of Transportation:

A community partner shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage, and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility.

Contact Information Tami Larison, Recruiter Human Resources Tamara.larison@portlandoregon.gov

To Qualify The Following Minimum Qualifications Are Required:

Knowledge of public works service areas, specifically maintenance operations.

Skill exercising independent judgement, problem‑solving, and taking initiative within established procedures.

Experience providing responsive customer service and communication to technical and non‑technical stakeholders with minimal supervision.

Experience using multiple database systems, including MS Office 365, specialized work order/asset management software, and online ticketing systems (Zendesk, TrackIT).

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally, including preparing concise reports and correspondence.

Applicant Must Also Possess

A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (required for site visits and project oversight).

Although Not Required, You May Have

Completed Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, and 700 FEMA courses.

Recruitment Process Step 1: Apply online between January 5, 2026, to January 12, 2026.

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation – Week of January 12, 2026.

Step 3: Eligible List Established – Week of January 19, 2026.

Step 4: Selection (Interview) – February 2026.

Step 5: Offer of Employment – Late February 2026.

Step 6: Start Date – March 2026.

Additional Information

City of Portland Core Values

Recruitment Process – Work Status

Equal Employment Opportunity

Veteran Preference

ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

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