About the Department

Job Appointment: Full Time. Regular.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Alternate schedules may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. This position reports to The Portland Building, 1120 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97201. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here.
Union Representation: CPPW. To view current labor agreements, click here.
Starting Pay: The City of Portland follows 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.

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for ensuring vendor contract compliance within the Impact Reduction Program (IRP), with a particular focus on reviewing and approving complex invoices for accuracy. The position works closely with residents, community groups, and partner organizations to facilitate discussions about the program and provide community education on IRP operations.

In addition, this position performs analytical and administrative tasks that support the City of Portland’s campsite reporting system. This includes collecting, reviewing, analyzing, and reporting data related to homeless camping activity. The role also coordinates assessment, posting, and prioritization of campsite cleanups using measurable criteria, and ensures vendor compliance with ORS 195.505, Portland City Code, and all contractual obligations.

To learn more about the Impact Reduction Program, visit https://www.portland.gov/homelessness-impact-reduction

What you'll do:

Budget and Financial Oversight - Monitor expenditures, review invoices for contract compliance, and determine appropriate funding pools. Conduct audits to ensure accuracy and accountability.
Contract & Vendor Management - Oversee vendor performance, ensuring compliance with ORS 195.505 and all contract terms. Address invoice discrepancies and support continuous improvement of vendor processes.
Campsite Cleanup Coordination - Plan, coordinate, and resolve challenges related to campsite cleanups, including situations requiring additional outreach or creative problem-solving
Intergovernmental Coordination - Collaborate with other government agencies on IGAs, workgroups, and intergovernmental initiatives. Track spending and contribute to shared policy and programmatic efforts.
Community Engagement & Response - Monitor and respond to community reports and inquiries through Zendesk. Field phone calls and emails from community members, providing clear, informed guidance.
Public Education & Outreach - Help community members and partners understand the complexities of homelessness, jurisdictional differences, and cleanup procedures—along with their limitations.
Cross-Team Collaboration - Work closely with other teams within Portland Solutions to support shared goals, improve coordination, and strengthen service delivery.
Program Administration - Provide administrative and analytical support, including assistance with audits and responses to information requests

Position Duties

Applicants must demonstrate how their education, training, and experience meet each of the minimum qualifications listed below:

Experience performing analytical, administrative, or program coordination work, preferably in government, contract management, compliance, homelessness response, or community engagement.
Experience reviewing and analyzing invoices, budgets, or financial documents for accuracy and compliance.
Ability to communicate effectively with community members, stakeholders, and partner agencies, including explaining complex homelessness-related topics with clarity and tact.
Ability to coordinate complex field operations (such as campsite cleanups), resolving challenges creatively, and working across multiple teams and jurisdictions.
Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism, tact, and sound judgment.

Applicants must also possess:

A valid state driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in public administration, sociology, social work, clinical social work with a focus on addiction or recovery, or a closely related field
Experience working with political offices or elected officials

Minimum Qualifications

How to Apply:

Submit your resume and cover letter by the closing date.
(Optional) Submit Veterans’ Preference documents, if applicable.
If this is your first time applying with the City of Portland, or if you haven’t requested veteran preference before (and would like to now), please attach your DD214-Member 4 and/or VA Benefit Letter to your application. Once we verify your eligibility, we’ll record your veteran preference in our system, so it automatically applies to your future applications.
Click here for application tips for resume, supplemental question response and/or cover letter.

What to Expect:

Application Review - (Week of September 7th): We'll review your application materials to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications listed above.
Notice/Feedback - (Week of September 14th): You will receive an email when the minimum qualification review is complete. If you disagree with the evaluation results, you may request a review within 14 days of the email notice, per City Administrative Rule 3.01.
Selection Process - (Late September): The hiring bureau will review qualified applications, conduct interviews, and check references.
Conditional Job Offer - (Early to Mid October): Final candidates may undergo a background or driving record check, depending on the position.

Other Qualifications

Learn More About:

How to Apply Videos and Workshops
City of Portland Core Values
HRAR-3.01 - Recruitment Processes
Veteran Preference Information
Total Compensation and Benefits
Language Pay Differential Eligibility

We’re committed to providing a fair, inclusive, and accessible hiring process. If you need assistance with your application or would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, pregnancy, or religious belief, please contact the recruiter listed below.

Questions? We're here to help!
If you have questions about this recruitment or need assistance, contact:

Tamela Ressler, Senior Recruiter
[email protected]
Bureau of Human Resources

Benefits

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to

Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
Carrot Fertility
Wellness Benefits
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement
Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
Family Medical Leave
City Paid Parental Leave

AND SO MANY MORE!

Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers.

Supplemental Questions

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

Your Cover Letter and Resume are an important step to assist us in the review for minimum qualifications for the posted vacancy.

In your Cover Letter, write specific and unique responses to address each of the minimum qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section. The information you provide must correctly reflect your work history/resume. A lack of information in your application materials to each of the minimum qualifications may result in elimination from the recruitment.

Note: Request for veterans' preference, please add a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's Benefit letter. All documents must be uploaded by the closing date and time of this announcement.

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Agency Information

Employer: City of Portland
Address: 1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987

Portland, Oregon, 97204
Website: http://www.portland.gov/jobs

Impact Reduction Program Coordinator (Coordinator II - CPPW)

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