Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$41.35 - $50.90 Hourly

Department:

Department of Community Justice (DCJ)

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

December 20, 2023

The Opportunity:

OVERVIEW

• Are you committed to helping adults involved in the criminal justice system turn their lives around?

• Do you have exceptional program and project management skills?

• Do you have a commitment to building community relationships to support adults in accessing supportive housing and systems of care?

• Do you believe that all adults are capable of success?

If you answered “yes” to these questions, we want you to join our team as a Supportive Housing Services Advisor!

The Department of Community Justice is seeking a Supportive Housing Services Advisor (Program Specialist Senior Job Classification) to help support our efforts to support the houseless. The Supportive Housing Services (SHS) Advisor position is part of a team of senior-level program specialists representing key county departments - the Joint Office of Homeless Services, The Health Department, the Department of Community Justice and the Department of County Human Services.

The team will work collaboratively to accomplish annual Metro SHS Program goals by leading the design, development, implementation, and coordination of cross-departmental resources, programs, and services to effectively meet the needs of justice involved individuals (JII) experiencing and at risk of experiencing homelessness.

As the departmental spokesperson for the SHS program, the SHS Advisor will bring expert-level knowledge of supportive housing service needs and systems of care for populations served by their department, make recommendations to department leadership about current and potential SHS investments to address gaps and enhance supportive housing services for those populations, and engage in interdepartmental communication, coordination, and planning.

This position will also be in collaboration with the Joint Office of Homeless Services (JOHS) which was established in 2016 to oversee the delivery of services to people experiencing homelessness in Multnomah County. The office represents a shared commitment between Multnomah County and the City of Portland to make services easier to access for those in need.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Program Planning

• In collaboration with the coordination team, lead planning and development of cross-departmental programs and services.

• Working with County department staff and leadership, develop annual community-informed strategies and recommendations for new/expanded cross-departmental programs and services.

• Develop investment recommendations that are aligned with the values of the Metro Supportive Housing Services Program.

• Use investment recommendations to inform the annual County budget process.

• Work with a team to develop strategies for the expansion of culturally specific services within departmental and cross-departmental services and programs.

• Work with team and County departments to develop strategies for cross departmental program/services data sharing and collection, including through the County’s SCoPE program.

Program Implementation Project Management

• Work across the coordination team and within the department to lead the annual implementation of new and expanded programs and services. This includes leading the project management of these programs through work plans and other accountability mechanisms.

• Represent coordination team and department while leading program design & planning with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

• Provide regular implementation updates to Multnomah County’s Supportive Housing Services Program Advisory Body.

• Work with the team and SHS Data/Evaluation Team to regularly review and analyze program outcome data.

The SHS Advisor works in a unique cross-departmental leadership role guided by Multnomah County’s SHS Local Implementation Plan. However, the embedded nature of this position calls for some duties specific to each department. For DCJ, these include:

• Coordinate with Division and Department leadership to identify needs and priorities pertaining to supportive housing.

• Act as liaison between the County-wide SHS efforts, DCJ leadership and staff across the department who are engaged in housing efforts.

• Develop understanding of the diverse needs of communities served by DCJ and advocate for supported housing resources that are person/family-centered and culturally-appropriate.

• Lead and conduct research and analysis of housing stability policies and programs.

• Facilitate and/or support community and stakeholder engagement.

• Develop reports and briefings for department and division leadership.

• Develop understanding of department programs and identify opportunities for expansion or collaboration.

• Serve as primary spokesperson for the Department of Community Justice for the SHS program.

Workforce Equity:

At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE:

Vision: Community Safety through Positive Change

The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need offenders. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.

More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at www.multco.us/dcj

The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .

About the Adult Services Division:

The Adult Services Division (ASD) promotes public safety and strives to reduce recidivism while supervising over 9,000 adults sentenced to probation or released from custody on parole. Adults on supervision are held accountable through a balance of supervision, services, and sanctions designed to develop necessary skills for success, while effectively using public resources. The Division works closely with community members and partners using research and proven methods to promote positive change in the adults we supervise.

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 selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (Professional work at or near the level of this position can substitute year for year for the educational requirement.)

• Three (3) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position

• Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain in your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across programs, departments and jurisdictions

• Knowledge of supportive housing service needs and systems of care for justice involved individuals, including culturally specific and appropriate services

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex and multi-faceted projects

• Experience planning, designing and implementing programs

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position . Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION

The Application Packet: Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:

• Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.

• Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications . Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.

• Cover Letter (optional): Please explain why you are applying for this position and how you meet the preferred qualifications, and detail any experience with duties listed in the overview.

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

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• Oral assessment/application material review to identify the most qualified candidates

• Consideration of top candidates/Interviews

• Background Investigation/Fingerprinting

This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future positions, including Limited Duration, temporary and On-Call, while the eligible for hire list is active.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Type of Position: This represented position is eligible for overtime

• Type: Represented by Local 88 AFSCME

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

• Location: This position is designated as “hybrid telework,” meaning you will be working both remotely (from home) and in person at an onsite location. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at any time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location is at the Mead Building @ 421 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97204 .

Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Moda or Kaiser Permanente).

• Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).

• Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military, etc.)

• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes

• Access to a free annual TriMet HOP pass

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 EEO Know Your Rights poster 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 veterans’ preference page 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.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Joanne Campbell

Email:

joanne.m.campbell@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (971) 4012249

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.

Job Profile:

6088 - Program Specialist Senior