ABOUT PCRI
Portland Community Reinvestment Initiatives, Inc. is a non-profit community development corporation with a mission to preserve, expand and manage affordable housing in the City of Portland and provide access to and advocacy for services. With over 800 units of affordable housing, PCRI’s unique mix of single-family homes, small multi-plexes, and community apartments represents one of the last stable opportunities for low-income households to remain in their vibrant Portland neighborhoods. These homes and apartments are woven into the fabric of their neighborhoods and are a model for eliminating concentrations of poverty.
To accomplish PCRI’s goal of addressing involuntary displacement, PCRI established a displacement mitigation initiative, Pathway 1000, with the purpose of slowing and reversing the involuntary displacement of long-term previously forced to move from N/NE Portland, and those currently at risk of displacement. Through the Pathway 1000 initiative, PCRI aims to build and create at least 1,000 homes in the next 10 years, many of which will be available for purchase. The homes will be located throughout the city of Portland, with a primary focus on the N/NE Portland neighborhoods where displaced families previously resided.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position was created in response to receiving a grant from the
Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (“PCEF”) . PCEF is a program created by Ballot Measure 26-201 that was passed by Portland voters in November 2018. The purpose of PCEF is to provide a consistent long-term funding source and oversight structure to address climate change in a way that advances racial and social justice.
The PCEF Project Manager will focus on environmental justice, green infrastructure, workforce development, and renewable energy. This position will work with multiple departments at PCRI including operations, housing development, services, property management, and finance. The ideal candidate should be able to initiate programs with creativity, thoughtfulness, and a passion for research and learning. The job entails weighing various proposal feasibility and soliciting support from multiple diverse stakeholders. This PCEF Project Manager will be the primary contact with the City of Portland, outside contractors, consultants, and community partners for all things PCEF related.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Evaluate, comprehend, and push initiatives as established in the PCEF contract.
Travel to different work sites within North/North East Portland to perform job functions such as inspections and verification of third-party vendor work completion.
Collect data and prepare compliance reports.
Present regular progress reports on project status.
Prepare funds advance and reimbursement requests.
Manage disbursement of funds requests to grant partners.
Oversight of heating and cooling strategies pushed by PCEF.
Organize and facilitate meetings with key stakeholders.
Maintain all books, vendor receipts, and evidence of payment for materials and project work time records.
Follow budget and schedule for project completions.
Enforce jobsite compliance as identified in the PCEF contract.
Coordinate work and collaborate with Operation Department Managers.
Oversight of contractors hired to implement energy upgrades to PCRI properties.
Act as a liaison for PCRI with the City Project Manager, Grant Partners, and Contractors.
Work closely with external partners such as the City of Portland and the Association of Minority Contractors (NMAC).
Identify homes within our portfolio for energy updates in collaboration with the Chief of People & Strategy and Senior Leadership Team.
Coordinate Workforce Training and Education; educate team members on green construction, solar power, and building systems.
Ensure that all PCEF units have been thoroughly inspected after completion and that these units receive upgrades and energy scores in a timely manner.
Attend internal and external meetings and events.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB SCOPE:
The PCEF Project Manager reports to the Director of Operations. This position requires excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain stakeholder relationships. Attention to detail is critical for maintaining program particulars and deadlines, database entries, and scheduling appointments, meetings, and events. A high level of confidentiality and professionalism is essential.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Urban Development, or a similar field, with years of progressive experience in non-profit, affordable housing, property management, or real estate development strongly .
Experience with the historic and current injustices facing Portland’s Black and low-income communities regarding the environment, systemic racism, economic opportunity, and housing security.
Experience and/or understanding of solar and/or renewable energy, energy/water efficiency in houses/apartments, and healthy buildings.
Experience and/or education and understanding of low-income housing.
Experience in grant writing and management.
Experience with city, state, federal regulations, and environmental incentives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain stakeholder relationships.
A self-starter who can work with little supervision.
Attention to detail is critical for maintaining files, database programs, and scheduling appointments and events.
Ability to recognize problems, assess situations, and gather relevant information from various sources.
Experience with diverse populations (particularly low-income communities).
Ability to work as a team and balance multiple priorities.
Driving to job sites and meetings is a requirement of this role; a passed driving record check is required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a driving record check as determined by PCRI criteria. Must have access to a vehicle and maintain personal automobile insurance which meets PCRI guidelines. Must be willing to attend mandatory classes for licensing and/or continuing education.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This is not a remote position and is in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. PCRI provides a generous benefits package that includes 10 days of paid vacation after the completion of one year of employment, increasing over time to 20 paid days. In addition to paid vacation, PCRI’s annual benefits package includes 9 days of paid sick leave, 3 days of paid personal time off, 11 paid holidays, employer-paid health coverage (medical, dental, vision) that requires a contribution for employees if dependents are added to the plan, Long Term Insurance, and a 403(B) employer match contribution of up to 3% of employee’s annual salary. Voluntary benefits include Life Insurance, Short Term Insurance, critical, and accidental insurance.
Work Environment / Company Values:
PCRI is a fast-paced, highly engaged work environment. We strive to communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. We actively seek opportunities for professional development for our staff and promote a willingness to change for continual improvement.
PCRI is an EEO employer committed to the of all people in our workplace and programs.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to regularly walk up and down stairs for up to 8 hours per day.
Must have the ability to stoop, twist, reach, and pull.
Must be able to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours a day.
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
Reasonable Accommodations:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and the physical demands satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position via an online application system, by mail to the attention of Human Resources, PCRI, 6329 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, Oregon, 97211, by email at
jobs@pcrihome.org , or fax to (503) 943-2844.
This position is open until filled. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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