Public Works Analyst II chez City of Portland, OR
City of Portland, OR · Portland, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Professional
- Bureau à Portland
About the Department
Job Appointment: Regular, Full-time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Work Location: Work will be conducted at The Portland Building, 1120 SW 5th Ave. Portland, Oregon 97204.
Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
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 attach a cover letter and resume.
About this Position:
The Public Works Analyst will serve as a connection between the Public Works Deputy City Administrator’s Office, Public Works Bureaus, City Council, and community groups. This role will focus on constituent relations, Public Works Bureau, and community relations, communication, and policy analysis. This role will also represent the Deputy City Administrator (DCA) in interactions with Public Works bureau staff and Council members and staff, support policy analysis and communication efforts, ensuring consistent, informed communication between the DCA’s office, Bureaus, and Council.
The Public Works Analyst's responsibilities include performing administrative, management, program, policy, and legislative analyses. This role will interpret and advise management on the application of laws, rules, labor agreements, and policies, and will prepare written and verbal recommendations to leadership.
As a Public Works Analyst II, you will:
Assess, evaluate, and interpret incoming correspondence and legislative documents, advising the DCA and senior staff accordingly
Provide support for constituent services and respond to public inquiries in coordination with the DCA
Assemble, analyze, and interpret data and prepare correspondence and reports, identifying issues and presenting recommendations to management
Monitor the development of legislation and Council initiatives
Conduct research to support policy initiatives and identify data, metrics, and best practices that inform decision-making
Support Public Works programs and initiatives implementation
Develop and present objective analyses, observations, and findings to the DCA, managers, and City officials via written reports and oral presentations
Represent the DCA on management teams for labor negotiations, as needed
Develop, analyze, and interpret policies
As a person, you are:
Clear and Inclusive Communicator: Skilled in oral and written communication, able to share complex information in ways that are clear, accessible, and meaningful to diverse audiences.
Organized and Responsive: Effectively manage multiple projects and priorities with varying timelines and levels of urgency, while remaining adaptable to the needs of colleagues and the community.
Thoughtful and Analytical: Able to understand and synthesize complex issues, distilling them into actionable insights that support informed, equitable, and practical decision-making.
About the Service Area:
Public Works provides clean drinking water; vibrant parks and recreation; reliable sewer and stormwater management; and keeps our transportation system safe and accessible so people can get where they need to go. We also prepare for the impacts of climate change, with a focus on Portland’s most vulnerable populations.
Questions?
Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior Recruiter
Position Duties
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
Experience assessing and interpreting complex documents, correspondence, and policy proposals, and providing advice or recommendations to a variety of stakeholders.
Experience conducting research, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, and synthesizing findings to inform policy or program decisions.
Experience in preparing clear and concise written materials and presentations tailored to diverse audiences.
Experience exercising independent judgment, solving problems within established parameters, and managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
Knowledge of principles and practices of policy analysis, program evaluation, or strategic planning, and the ability to apply them in a public or organizational context.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across departments, teams, and stakeholders, including in situations requiring negotiation or collaboration.
Applicants must also possess:
A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire.
Although not required, you may possess:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business or public administration, political science, or a closely related field.
Experience working with elected officials and diverse communities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Details are key! The City uses a merit-based system, so your cover letter should be thorough and specifically address each qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section of the job announcement. Your cover letter can exceed one page to ensure you are able to provide detailed information for every qualification. Follow the instructions, as a subject matter expert will be evaluating your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.
- Answer to three (3) Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
- Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
- The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes twice per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement.
- 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.
- 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 materials not requested.
- All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than 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.
- You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting; instead, use AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.
- 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 before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
- Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
- The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
- A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
Other Qualifications
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- Veteran Preference
- ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
- Work Status
- Equal Employment Opportunity
