Program specialist

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The Opportunity:

Multnomah County Department of County Human Services is pleased to announce an open competitive recruitment for an Early Childhood Program Specialist in the Youth and Family Services Division. This is a part time position located in Downtown Portland, 209 SW 4th Ave, Portland OR 97204. This position is scheduled as routine telework Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; Multnomah county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

The eligible list created from this recruitment may also be used to fill future regular, limited duration, or temporary positions in DCHS.

Who We Are: The (YFS) Division breaks down barriers that prevent people from fully realizing their potential. Our services are provided through homes, schools, nonprofits and communities. We connect people and find solutions so children develop, families thrive and people are safe from domestic and sexual violence.

About the Position: This position is responsible for program development tasks associated with programs and contracts funded through the Department of County Human Services, Youth and Family Services Division using a racial equity lens. This position actively engages in review, design, implementation, monitoring and assessment of the Parent Child Development Services.

Primary responsibilities include:

A. Parent Child Development Services Program Development

B. Technical Assistance

C. Monitoring and Reporting

D. Communication and Meeting Participation

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the .

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

We acknowledge that experience and transferable skills can be obtained through traditional and nontraditional means, we encourage and support all candidates who believe they have the experience needed to apply.

Screening and Evaluation:

The Application Packet: Your completed application must include all of the following items to be considered:

1. A resume. Please attach your resume as a separate document. (As an internal candidate, you may choose to complete your Talent Profile in Workday instead of or in addition to attaching a resume, but a comprehensive Talent Profile is not required to apply for this position.)

2. A cover letter. Please attach your cover letter as a separate document. The quality of your response may determine if you are to moved on to the next review. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the online application/resume about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your response if applicable.

Your cover letter should address the following below:

(a) How does your previous experience (lived and/ or professional) align with the Overview and to Qualify sections

(b) Please talk about your experience with early childhood development and experience working with program development.

Attachments will not be reviewed unless specifically requested. Only apply once for this opportunity.

Note for internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

1. Initial review of minimum qualifications

2. Cover letter review

3. Consideration of top candidates through phone screen and/or interview(s)

4. Background and reference checks

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Additional Information:

Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime pay.

Benefits: Multnomah County offers a comprehensive Benefit package to all eligible employees. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit: .

Pay Equity: The county regularly reviews pay equity for our workforce. When setting pay we consider applicants’ education, experience, seniority, training, and tenure in relation to other employees performing a similar level of work.

Additional Details:

Routine Telework: This position is designated as “routine telework,” meaning you will be working remotely (from home). As with all routine telework positions, employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Work Location: This position works onsite at the Five Oaks Building, 209 SW 4th Avenue, Portland OR 97204

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

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Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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