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About the Department

The Operational Analysis workgroup plays a critical role in supporting Portland’s mission to provide high-quality drinking water.   The team’s core function is to apply system knowledge and hydraulic expertise to support daily operations, guide long-term planning, and respond to system events in real time by integrating data, hydraulic modeling, and field experience.  Work is dynamic and provides opportunities to contribute to both immediate system needs and long-term improvement strategies. 

The SEA position will be a key contributor to how operational knowledge is developed, shared, and applied to support a sustainable and resilient water system. This position will work under the direct supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer and collaborate closely with field and office-based teams across the bureau to provide engineering support and technical analysis.  

Key responsibilities include: anticipate, evaluate, and respond to system events such as shutdowns, customer impacts, and emergency operations; use hydraulic network model to support decisions, from real-time response to long-term planning; manage electric power data for accuracy and support of PWB emission reduction goals, interpret data in context to support clarity and confident decision-making; serve as a connector across disciplines to ensure operational realities are integrated into planning and design efforts; and prepare written documentation, correspondence and technical reports to support communication and transparency. 

• Evaluate planned system shutdowns, alternative operating scenarios, and outage risks to maintain regulatory compliance and minimum service levels.
• Support senior staff in maintaining and updating the bureau’s hydraulic network model (InfoWater Pro).
• Use hydraulic modeling to support daily operations, capital project planning, and complex system troubleshooting.
• Organize and complete advanced iterative engineering calculations using spreadsheets, databases, and other software..
• Work closely with field crews during active incidents to evaluate system behavior and recommend immediate corrective actions.
• Assist in planning and executing complicated operational tests and field procedures.
• Analyze and interpret SCADA, pressure, flow, and power data to support operational decisions.
• Provide operational and hydraulic input during project planning, design review, and construction sequencing.
• Evaluate engineering project plans for feasibility and alignment with operational constraints and goals.
• Maintain and update operational data systems and databases, including facility history and site schematics.
• Manage electrical power usage and billing data for PWB facilities, working closely with electrical and operations staff.
• Promote climate resiliency and action efforts by supporting the Strategic Energy Management program and Nez Zero Strategy.
• Document historical system knowledge, operational nuances, and lessons learned to support continuity, training, and resiliency.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure operational impacts of projects and changes are fully understood and addressed.
• Serve as a technical expert and resource for Operations, Water Quality, Maintenance & Construction, and Engineering groups to support efficient coordination and decision-making.
• Translate technical findings into actionable insights and communicate them clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, providing clear, concise, and accurate reports, drawings, maps, notes, correspondence, and other written and electronic materials.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely to field crews, project managers, and leadership.
• Foster a responsive, honest, and service-oriented culture by being a trusted partner and resource.

“Eligible candidates for this position may also be considered for future Engineering Associate, Sr – Civil openings at the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) in the Engineering Services Group, including an upcoming need on their Sewer Extension Interagency Program Team.  

BES Senior Engineering Associates work out of the Portland Building with the Sewage, Stormwater & Restoration Division or at the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant with the Treatment and Pump Systems Division, and work may include: planning of projects by defining and/or reviewing the objectives of combined sewer system planning, hydrologic and hydraulic sewer system analysis and CIP projects;  reviewing scope, methodology, tasks, initial requirements, resource planning (including personnel) for sewer system planning and analysis tasks including developing a schedule and phasing of tasks to completion; civil engineering design and other related technical duties to support sanitary pipe design, wastewater treatment and stormwater infrastructure, including completion of design construction plans, writing project specifications and bid documents, calculating preliminary engineering design and construction estimates, writing design reports and technical memorandums, completing and updating project schedules and budgets, providing engineering and project management support for capital work on the Bureau's treatment plant and pump station assets. The positions may oversee the work of technicians and coordinate the work of consultants, provide engineering support to treatment plant and pump station Operations and Maintenance Group (O&MG) staff, and conduct project meetings with internal staff and staff from other work groups.

This is an exciting time to join the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). Together, we're imagining the work we do to ensure it aligns with Our Values:

• We implement equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery.
• We value our customers and partners.
• We carefully manage our watersheds, stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources.
• We encourage leadership among our employees in our City and community.
• We support a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce.
• We urge respectful communication and transparency.
• We advance innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.

At BES, we value our customers and partners; Portlanders' sense of connection to their waterways; conscientious stewardship of our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources; a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce; leadership among our employees and in our city and community; equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery; clear communication and transparency; innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.

BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities, and who desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities.

To learn more about the work we do at BES, click on the link :www.portland.gov/bes

Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here:https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/article/675925

Position Duties

Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and resume how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: 

1. Knowledge of engineering theory, principles, and practices related to the planning, design, operation, and maintenance of municipal water infrastructure.
2. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to drinking water systems.
3. Knowledge of hydraulic principles and application of hydraulic modeling tools to analyze a pressurized water system. 
4. Experience performing technical analysis using large or complex datasets, with an understanding of data quality, structure, and governance.
5. Experience using computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, ArcGIS, or hydraulic network modeling software (preferably InfoWater and EPANET) to analyze and visualize water system data.
6. Ability to clearly and effectively communicate complex technical information in both written and verbal formats to a variety of audiences, including field crews, engineers, and non-technical stakeholders.
7. Ability to work collaboratively and effectively on multidisciplinary teams, manage competing priorities, and contribute to problem-solving in fast-paced or high-pressure environments.

• An Engineer-In-Training Certification, i.e., passed the State Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination at the time of hire.
• A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire may be required for some positions.

Minimum Qualifications

STEP 1: Apply online between August 18, 2025, and September 1, 2025

• 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.
• Resume
• Answer to three (3) 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 cover letter can exceed one page but no more than three, to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification. A subject matter expert will evaluate your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.
• Your résumé 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.
• E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• 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. We encourage the use of 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. 

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, is 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 would like to review and discuss your evaluation results. 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.
• Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

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

Other Qualifications

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