Job Description

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

Pay Range:

$0.00 - $0.00 Annual

Department:

Non-Departmental

Job Type:

Elected Official Staff

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

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

May 01, 2026

The Opportunity:

Annual Salary Range:$90,000 - 120,000

Multnomah County, the most populous county in Oregon, is home to 766,135 residents and provides a wide array of services to our diverse communities in an equitable and inclusive way. We aim to foster safety, trust, and belonging for our community through the work, services, and programs we provide. One of the keys to effective government is creating inclusive pathways for our community to impact what we do and inform the County about their priorities and needs.

Multnomah County’s Office of Community Involvement is committed to helping inform and involve communities in the processes that shape County policies, budgets and programs. One of these processes is a review of the Multnomah County Home Rule Charter The charter is the local version of a constitution, creating the structure of Multnomah County government. The charter requires a Charter Review Committee (CRC) to convene every six years to comprehensively review the charter and recommend any changes to Multnomah County voters.

The next CRC will serve in 2027-28, with recruitment for Committee members taking place in 2026. A CRC Orientation and Onboarding Retreat will be in February 2027, and the first CRC general meeting will be in March 2027. All amendments proposed by the committee shall be submitted to the people of Multnomah County at either the 2028 primary or general elections, or both.

As the CRC Program Coordinator, you will support and staff the CRC in its work to study the County charter and develop recommended changes for voter approval. Specifically you will serve as the primary liaison between the Office of Community Involvement (OCI) and the CRC and be available for:

• Collaborating with the OCI staff and CRC co-chairs to design and implement meeting agendas

• Providing administrative, technical and logistical support for all meetings, monitoring the program

• Managing internal and external communication related to committee work

• Providing public notice and keeping minutes

• Coordinating the committee’s interactions with and engagement of county leaders and community, managing the public comment process outside of meetings

• Making meeting records public on the CRC’s website

• Providing advice and information at the request of the CRC

• Checking in regularly with individual CRC members to facilitate their full engagement in the committee’s process

Throughout all of your work, you will use inclusive approaches to mitigate barriers to civic participation, promote opportunities for public input and community engagement, and support educational and leadership development activities for a diverse range of community voices in the charter review process.

Major Job Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Selection

• Work closely with your colleagues in OCI to coordinate a comprehensive outreach plan to recruit a diverse pool of candidates reflecting the criteria for selection of members and the core competencies required.

• Conduct a robust recruitment process designed to engage with and reach a broad audience.

• Coordinate an application evaluation and selection process, using existing materials, resources, and best practices as identified by OCI.

• Use an equity lens to guide outreach efforts to reach underrepresented and underserved communities including residents from East Multnomah County, and communities of color.

Orientation and Education

• Coordinate a comprehensive educational plan to support CRC members and charter activities.

• Develop onboarding materials and resources for CRC members to support an understanding of Multnomah County overall, the charter, and CRC members’ role and responsibilities.

• Continuously work with OCI colleagues to identify and implement strategies to reduce barriers for committee members to fully participate in charter activities.

Program Coordination and Communication

• Use equity-centered and collaborative approaches to support committee members so they can contribute to their greatest potential, and to assist committee members as they fulfill their responsibilities as appropriate.

• Work with the leadership of the CRC and its subcommittees to prepare meeting agendas, meeting notes, and other meeting materials.

• Staff CRC meetings and subcommittee meetings; prepare meeting packets, minutes, and agendas; schedule meetings; and provide logistical and facilitation support.

• Manage the CRC’s day-to-day business, monitor committee projects and tasks, and serve as CRC’s point of contact for County staff and the public.

• Coordinate participant support including stipends, food during in-person meetings, reimbursement for childcare and transportation costs, and access to translation or technological assistance, as available.

• Establish a regular reporting structure and cadence between the Board of County Commissioners, County staff, CRC members, and others leading broader engagement that will ease the exchange of key information.

• Draft updates on the CRC’s work for posting to OCI’s social media and website.

Public Input and Community Engagement

• Coordinate the committee’s interactions with County leaders and community, and monitor the program deadlines.

• Conduct research on Multnomah County and other jurisdictions and prepare reports and briefings for CRC members.

• Develop a community engagement plan to keep the public apprised of the charter review process and progress; to solicit ideas for potential charter changes; and get feedback on CRC recommendations.

• Use a variety of engagement and input methods including: open hearings, town halls, interviews, focus groups, surveys, public testimony, community meetings, affinity groups public comment, listening sessions, and social media outreach.

• Work closely with the COO’s Office and the County Attorney’s Office to support charter review education (operational and legal contexts) for the CRC.

• Partner with community-based organizations on the design and implementation of community education and engagement to reach Multnomah County’s diverse communities with a focus on communities historically underrepresented in County decisionmaking.

• Include methods designed to reach a broad variety of stakeholders, including County employees, elected officials, grassroots community members, and institutional leaders.

Administrative, Legal, Logistical, and Technical Support

• Understand and adhere to Oregon’s public meetings and public records law.

• Work closely with the County Attorney’s Office to ensure the CRC carries out its duties (to study and review the charter and charter issues, including a final report) and meets all necessary deadlines and legal requirements.

• Contribute to OCI’s mission, strategic focus areas, and civic engagement programs.

• Utilize Better Impact as the CRC volunteer management system.

• Monitor the CRC’s budget and work with the OCI director to draft a FY 2027-28 budget proposal.

• Format, proofread, and contribute to written reports, including the committee’s final report.

You are are encouraged to apply if you meet most/many of the following experiences:

• Expertise in local government structures:strong understanding of home rule, charters, and public administration.

• Coordination:You have experience and success in coordinating multifaceted complex programs designed to support community-led, inquiry-based, action-oriented activities. You have experience supporting independent government bodies/advisory committees.

• Equity-driven:You are familiar with using an equity and racial justice lens in decisionmaking processes, and you are knowledgeable about the principles and practices of collaborative decisionmaking. You have experience facilitating and engaging in conversations about race, social justice, economic mobility and/or other intersectional experiences that play a critical role in engaging a diverse community.

• Communication: You have excellent verbal and written skills and are able to interact with others with diplomacy and tact. You have experience in public speaking and facilitating large group discussions. You have experience in developing written reports and memos. You are able to identify problems, take a solution-oriented approach, and put into action creative new strategies for success.

• People-focused: You love working with people and are committed to public service. You’re able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds, including internal and external senior leadership and residents throughout Multnomah County.

• Organized multi-tasker: You know how to multitask, prioritize, and develop workflow and processes. You have project management skills and methods to ensure important things get done in a timely manner. You have experience managing a multifaceted project. You’re able to navigate complex administrative systems with ease and minimal direction.

About Us

Who we are, what we do, where we work, and why it matters.

At Multnomah County, meeting the many needs of our residents is our top priority. We provide a wide array of essential services in the areas of health, community justice, roads, elections, libraries, jails, bridges, tax and assessment, records, animal services, mental health and addiction services, and more.

The County and its departments are governed by the County’s nonpartisan, publicly elected Board of Commissioners. The Board is made up of four commissioners representing their respective districts and the Chair, who serves as the County’s chief executive officer. Our diverse, dynamic workforce consists of more than 6,000 employees whose work collectively touches every person who lives, works or does business in Multnomah County. We value a culture of inclusivity, sustainability and innovation, and we continuously strive to improve the quality of life for County employees and residents alike. When you work for Multnomah County, you will make a positive impact on the community, no matter what position you hold.

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.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree.

• Two (2) years experience in responsible program coordination and/or paid or unpaid experience in group facilitation that includes staffing meetings, developing meeting materials, and event logistical coordination.

• Experience working with diverse populations and creating safe, inclusive environments while navigating difficult community-led conversations surrounding racial and social justice.

• Critical and strategic thinking skills, with strong organizational skills.

• The ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple competing priorities.

• Effective communication skills, including public speaking and facilitation experience.

• A valid driver’s license.

• Pass a criminal background check.

• Familiarity with Google Suite and/or willingness to learn and use Google Suite (including Gmail as well as Google Meet, Docs, Drive, and Slides) for many position functions.

• Basic comfort with and willingness to learn online applications such as Better Impact and the County website (coding skills are not needed).

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications 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 on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Subject matter expertise in local government structures, home rule, charters and public administration.

• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential issues and situations.

• Ability to work successfully with people from a variety of constituencies, including the public, County staff, and County leaders.

• Knowledge of local County services, policies and procedures, and an understanding of the role of community in local government policy development.

• Volunteer management and/or community outreach experience.

• Experience working with multilingual materials, meetings, and communities.

*Transferable skillsYour 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: Your completed application must include the following items:

• A completed online application

• An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, the number of employees under your supervision.

• An uploaded cover letter that expands on your resume and addresses:

  • The ways that your personal and professional experience supports your qualifications for this role.

  • An example of a time you supported a board, committee or group through a process, and how you guided planning, decision-making, and arriving at the desired outcome.

  • One or two methods or practices you would recommend to remove barriers to participation for communities typically underrepresented in local government decision making.

  • One or two approaches to supporting multifaceted complex programs designed to support community-led, inquiry-based, action-oriented activities.

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, addressing how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualification listed, as these materials may be scored and determine if you move forward in the process.

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

For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process pageThis position is pending the approval of the Board of County Commissioners. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications. We may do an additional preferred review to identify those highest qualified.

• Panel Interviews

• Finalist interviews, professional reference checks, and background check

• Anticipated start date: July 1, 2026

Additional Details

This recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, temporary, limited duration and on-call positions.

Type of Position: This position is classified as a Staff Assistant and is an executive, unclassified position and serves at the pleasure of the Director and may be subject to discharge at any time. This salaried executive position is not eligible for overtime. This is a Limited Duration Assignment that can last up to two years, but can end at any time.

Schedule: Monday - Friday. It may require 2-3 evening and or weekend commitments per week when committees start convening. There may be some flexibility with scheduling, and daily start and end times

Hybrid Telework: 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 a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the County cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is at Multnomah Building, 501 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., Portland, OR 97214

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website.

Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

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 theDisaster Service Worker Informationpage.

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

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:

Dale Cornelius

Email:

dale.cornelius@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 9395990

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:

9400 - Staff Assistant