REQUIRED – A City of Portland Online application is required to apply. Please visit our website to apply, see link below.
DIRECTOR – OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
Housing and Economic Development Department –The City of Portland is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic, skilled individual to join the team in the Housing and Economic Development Department. This individual would lead the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) Division within the Department. OEO was created in 2017 to convene and leverage public and private partners to assure optimal communication and collaboration so that immigrants, people of color, and other underserved populations have access to jobs and related support services, as well as economic opportunities. The Director will build on the initial work of the OEO office; convene community partners to improve coordination, communication and collaboration in workforce development; create a common data collection tool to better track outcomes across organizations and job seekers, as well as evaluating the work of the office; link employers more systematically with job seekers, and job seekers with necessary training; collaborating with partners to provide ongoing mentor and intern/apprentice opportunities; focus on the unique needs of immigrants by ensuring availability and accessibility of a wage range of English language classes; target the needs of youth and people of color. The successful candidate will have considerable knowledge of best practices in workforce development; significant management experience (8-10+ years) in complex environments; demonstrated experience with budget development and management; a strong communicator and collaborator with diverse groups; quick to learn and a positive attitude. Graduation from a four-year college or university desired, master’s degree preferred. Will consider candidates with any combination of experience and training that provides the requisite skills. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, along with a list of professional references. Salary range is $78,367 to $83,140 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Accepting applications through Friday, June 17, 2022.
REQUIRED – To APPLY for this position please complete a City of Portland online application and upload cover letter and resume materials by Clicking HERE (or copy URL to browser):
https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=401&sreq=2&form=5000&desc=DIRECTOR%20-%20OFFICE%20OF%20ECONOMIC%20OPPORTUNITY
City Benefits –
Permanent, full-time employees receive a generous benefits package which includes 13 ½ paid holidays; employee health insurance; sick and vacation leave; optional life, dental, vision and income protection insurances; choice of retirement plans; and tuition reduction program with the University of Southern Maine.
The City of Portland is strongly committed to diversity in its workforce.
Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
For questions contact Human Resources at 207-874-8624.
City Job Opportunities Website: www.portlandmaine.gov/Jobs
***COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate*** As a condition of employment, you must demonstrate proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to start of employment. If you cannot get vaccinated due to a medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief, you may request an exemption as a reasonable accommodation. Failure to provide proof of vaccination will result in your exclusion from employment with the City of Portland.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $78,367.00 – $83,140.00 per year
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Work Location: One location
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