Water Resources Education Assistant (CSA II)

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　　Water Resources Education Assistant (CSA II)

　　Salary

　　$16.31 - $29.70 Hourly

　　Location

　　1120 SW 5th Ave, OR

　　Job Type

　　Casual

　　Job Number

　　2024-00112

　　Bureau

　　Portland Water Bureau

　　Opening Date

　　01/22/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　The Position

　　The Portland Water Bureau is seeking a Water Resources Education Assistant (CSA II) to join their team!

　　Job Appointment: Casual

　　Work Schedule:

　　15-35 hours per week depending on season and workload. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.

　　Typical seasonal schedule outlined below. Final work schedule to be negotiated between employee and manager.

　　April 2024 - June 2024: 30-35 hours per week (7-8 hours per day)

　　July 2024 - August 2024: 15-25 hours per week

　　September 2024 - November 2024: 30-35 hours per week (7-8 Hours per day)

　　November 2024-April 2025: 15-25 hours per week

　　Note: This Community Service Aide (CSA II) position has a maximum of 1,400 hours in a calendar year.

　　Work Location: This position is based at the Portland Building, 1120 SW 5th Ave., Portland, OR, 97204. However, during field season, the majority of the work will be out in the Portland Community. More work location details below.

　　Benefits: This position has limited benefits eligibility. Please review the Benefits information tab for more details.

　　Union Representation: This position is not represented by a union

　　Application Materials: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to submit a resume and cover letter for this application.

　　Position Summary

　　The Portland Water Bureau’s Education and Cultural Resources Program supports the organization’s source water protection and equity goals. To accomplish this, our program presents natural resource, regulatory, operations, and infrastructure content regarding Portland’s drinking water system. We share this content with Portland’s diverse communities, local organizations, city employees, students (Pre-K through college), elected officials, and more. This work supports the public closure of the Bull Run Watershed by providing supervised access to the area, fostering an informed community of water consumers and decision-makers. This program also leads the bureau’s cultural resources management and compliance efforts. This includes ensuring compliance with historic preservation regulatory requirements and leading the bureau’s tribal relations work under the guidance of the City’s Tribal Relations Program.

　　The Portland Water Bureau’s Water Resources Education and Cultural Resources Program seeks a part-time aide who is passionate about the Pacific Northwest's natural history and enjoys teaching. The Water Resources Education Assistant (Community Service Aide II) works closely with our Water Resources Education Coordinators, supporting all aspects of the Education Program. This role will be required to obtain Wilderness First Aid training - it will be part of the training process. More details of this work are outlined below.

　　Bull Run School Field Trip Program (April-June, September-November)

　　We bring students (3rd grade through high school) on full-day field trips to the Bull Run Watershed. Students test their drinking water, learn how the forest helps protect drinking water, and tour a 1929 dam.

　　As a Water Resources Education Assistant, you would meet a lead Water Bureau educator at the school in the morning, ride the bus with the students, and give part of the introduction about the water system. Some days, this role drives to Bull Run to set up equipment on Bull Run Dam 1. Afterwards, you would lead activity rotations, and either ride the bus back to the school or break down equipment set up and drive back to town. A total of three Water Bureau educators work as a team to make each day successful.

　　Classroom Education (November-April)

　　The Water Bureau encourages teachers and students to get to know their water system. The Water Resources Education Assistant helps facilitate activities about a variety of water-related topics including - water quality, water pressure, water conservation, fish, and more. These activities typically take place in classrooms or other spaces in local schools.

　　Bull Run General Population Tour Program (June-September)

　　Bull Run Watershed tours offer the public a unique opportunity to see firsthand how Portland's drinking water travels from forest to faucet. The Water Resources Education Assistant will help with tour scheduling, registration, and communication with tour participants. They will occasionally assist other education staff in facilitating a watershed tour.

　　Community Events (on-going)

　　In collaboration with other Water Bureau work groups, city bureaus, local governments, and community organizations, the Education Team supports planning and implementation of education and outreach events in the Portland area. The Water Resources Education Assistant will have the opportunity to help with these events, educating youth and adults in a wide variety of water-related topics.

　　On-Going Duties

　　Assist with the creation and editing of educational materials and social media content, as needed.

　　Assist with administrative tasks, as needed.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　As a person, you are:

　　Passionate about teaching science: You will be teaching hands-on science and connecting people with the natural systems that sustain us. You are energized at the idea of regularly leading educational experiences in classrooms, on tour buses, in both outdoor and remote settings.

　　Equity-focused: The bureau is working to increase access to and participation in Water Resources Education programming by Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Multiracial communities, as well as people with disabilities. This work will be done in accordance with City Core values and the Water Bureau's mission, vision, and values with a particular commitment to the bureau’s Plan to Advance Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

　　Highly collaborative: You can take direction from and advise others simultaneously. You enjoy working with people from diverse personal and professional backgrounds and are flexible in how you collaborate.

　　Detail-oriented: You enjoy coordinating complex logistics, have exceptional attention to detail, and follow best practices for quality assurance in your work.

　　Curious: You enjoy exploring the interrelationships between humans and the natural and built resources that sustain healthy communities. You are a thoughtful and enthusiastic communicator who enjoys interpreting complex scientific and technical information in ways that everyone can access.

　　About the Portland Water Bureau:

　　The Portland Water Bureau (http://www.portlandoregon.gov/water) serves water to nearly a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two great water sources, 53 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,200 miles of pipes. The bureau employs approximately 600 people in a variety of professions including maintenance and construction, engineering and design, water treatment and resource protection, customer service and communications, and much more. The bureau values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply for this position. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and language pay differential (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview/language-pay-differential-eligibility) may be available for language skills.

　　Our mission: We serve excellent water every minute of every day.

　　Our vision: The water our community loves is safe and abundant for generations to come.

　　Our equity commitment: We work to uproot systemic inequities and their impacts on our employees and the people we serve. We commit to the difficult—and essential—work of transforming Water Bureau policies, practices, and culture to better serve historically and currently oppressed communities.

　　More Information about the Portland Water Bureau (http://www.portlandoregon.gov/water) .

　　Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity

　　Come meet the hiring manager and the recruiter! We will review the job announcement and discuss what a typical day looks like for this position. We will also devote time to answer any questions you may have about the application process and/or the position.

　　Thursday, February 1, 5:30PM-6:30PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

　　Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89831037179

　　Have a question?

　　Contact Information:

　　Vanessa Valdez, Recruiter

　　Bureau of Human Resources

　　[email protected]

　　To Qualify

　　The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

　　Ability to teach and lead students, ranging from 3rd grade through adult learners, in both indoor and outdoor educational settings.

　　Ability to communicate and collaborate with individuals from a variety of different backgrounds and communication styles, including those from historically underserved communities. Facilitate inclusive participation in programs and activities; communicate cross-culturally and with thoughtful curiosity and humility, promoting a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

　　Ability to effectively and safely navigate and work in remote areas. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Some of this work may be on uneven terrain. This includes, but is not limited to, walking on uneven terrain and in and/or next to swift-flowing water.

　　Ability to recognize and respond to safety and emergency situations.

　　Ability and knowledge of standard office operating procedures, such as basic computer

　　usage, typing, and filing.

　　Applicants must also:

　　Have the physical ability to lift 30 pounds

　　Possess a valid state driver's license and an acceptable driving record (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-309-driving-records) at the time of appointment.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　The following qualifications are helpful, but not required :

　　1-3 years of experience doing outdoor/experiential education with K-12 students and/or adult learners.

　　Fluency in a language other than English. See list of qualifying languages here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview/language-pay-differential-eligibility) .

　　Knowledge of Pacific Northwest natural history

　　The Recruitment Process

　　Step 1: Apply online between January 22, 2024 – February 12, 2024

　　Required Application Materials:

　　Resume

　　Cover Letter

　　Optional Application Materials:

　　Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc )

　　Application Tips

　　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. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.

　　Do not attach materials not requested . E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

　　Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of February 12, 2024

　　An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their r ésumé and cover letter , weighted 100%.

　　Your résumé 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 result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes) for complete information.

　　Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of February 19, 2024

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

　　Step 4: Selection (Interview): Week of February 26, 2024

　　Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview

　　Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

　　Step 5: Offer of Employment: Late March 2024

　　Step 6: Start Date: Early April 2024

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

　　Timeline is approximate and subject to change without notice. * Additional Information

　　Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) 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

　　An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

　　This summary outlines the benefit programs, actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

　　The City of Portland offers a comprehensive benefit package that is competitive with other private and public sector employers.

　　More detailed information can be obtained by calling the Health & Financial Benefits Office at 503-823-6031.

　　Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bhr/67562)

　　Casual employees can become eligible for health benefits (medical, dental & vision) through Affordable Care Act (ACA) employer provisions if they meet the necessary paid hours requirement, as determined by the Health & Financial Benefits Office.

　　Retirement (http://www.oregon.gov/PERS/)

　　Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)

　　The City currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.

　　Employees who are OPSRP members are vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 (age 60 for police and fire.)

　　Sick Leave (http://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/article/12414)

　　Casual employees accrue sick leave as outlined in the City of Portland protected sick time law.

　　Family Medical Leave (http://www.portlandonline.com/omf/index.cfm?c=27799&a=12415)

　　In accordance with federal and state law, and the City policy for family medical leave, the City grants family and medical leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical related reasons.

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　　Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.

　　The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy.

　　Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay question with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration.

　　Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.

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　　No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement.

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