Electric Vehicle Acquisition Specialist (Coordinator II - CPPW) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/newprint/4767483) Apply  Electric Vehicle Acquisition Specialist (Coordinator II - CPPW) Salary $83,220.80 - $118,768.00 Annually Location OR 97217, OR Job Type Regular Job Number 2024-01256 Bureau Bureau of Fleet and Facilities Opening Date 12/23/2024 Closing Date 1/13/2025 11:59 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions The Position Job Appointment: Regular, full-time Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:30 am- 3:00 pm. An alternate schedule may be available after probation. Work Location: Hybrid; In-person work is to be conducted at 6800 N. Cutter Circle, Portland, OR 97217. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here (https://employees.portland.gov/human-resources/people-culture/workplace-framework-and-requirements) . Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position. Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view current labor agreements, please visit here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) . Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview) for qualifying employees. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. Position Summary: The Bureau of Fleet & Facilities - CityFleet Division was awarded $28 Million in Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) grant funds to accelerate CityFleet’s transition to electric vehicles and electric-powered off-road equipment (EVs), effective 7/1/2024. This includes accelerating the siting and installation of charging infrastructure and ensuring electric vehicles are procured to achieve program goals. This position is being created to support the additional workload associated with accelerating the transition to EV assets stimulated by PCEF grant funds. Under the supervision of the Fleet Business Operations Manager, the Electric Vehicle Acquisitions Specialist is responsible for the purchase of new electric vehicles and equipment. The Electric Vehicle Acquisition Specialist responsibilities also include a wide range of complex professional-level technical tasks. As an Electric Vehicle Acquisition Specialist, you will: + Collaborate with customer personnel to track and report on fleet vehicle inventories and lifecycles to plan for disposal and replacements. + Coordinate with the Fleet Transition Analyst and Fleet Transition Coordinator to determine the infrastructure available to support electric vehicle and equipment additions to the fleet. + Strategize with customers to understand and evaluate their needs for developing vehicle and up-fitting specifications. + Write, fund, and direct purchase orders through the City process while monitoring manufacturing and delivery timelines while keeping the customer informed. + Prepare analytical reports. + Assist with grant applications. + Perform research including interacting with manufacturers and researching new fleet technologies (including those mandated by our green fleet transition) + Ensure regulatory compliance. + Interact with internal customers, external vendors, and stakeholders. + Provide project management support and provide lead work direction for other program staff. About the Bureau: CityFleet is a primary division of the Bureau of Fleet & Facilities (BFF). CityFleet administers a comprehensive fleet management program that fulfills the vehicle and equipment asset management needs of all City bureaus via cost-effective and dedicated personal service. CityFleet is responsible for managing the acquisition and maintenance of a highly diverse fleet of 3,600 assets valued at $115 million. In fiscal year 2024-25 CityFleet’s annual operating budget is $40 million, and its annual asset acquisition budget is $42 million. CityFleet also provides fleet management services to Multnomah County and Portland Public Schools. Questions? Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Amanda.Hillebrecht@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: + Experience in procurement and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy vehicles and equipment that are typically found in CityFleet’s inventory including passenger vehicles, trucks, and specialty equipment. + Knowledge of the current Electric Vehicle industry and market. + Experience with the principles and practices of business communication and program administration. + Experience exercising independent judgment, problem-solving, and taking initiative within established procedures and guidelines. + Experience using vehicle specification technology and general office software programs. + Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Applicants must also possess: + A current/valid state driver's license. Applicants must meet City "good driver (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/?c=27935&a=12184) " requirements. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between December 23 , 2024 and January 13, 2025 Required Application Materials: + Resume + Answer the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: + Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Application Tips: + The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos (https://tinyurl.com/pdxh2a) and offers How to Apply (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/events) Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. + Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. + Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. + How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act (https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx) . Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience. + Do not attach materials not requested. + All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment. + All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. + You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage the use of AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of January 13, 2025 + An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. + Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. + You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes) for complete information. + Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of January 20, 2025 + Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): February + The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Step 5: Offer of Employment: February Step 6: Start Date: March + A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following: + Veteran Preference + ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations + Work Status + Equal Employment Opportunity A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to + Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) + Carrot Fertility + Wellness Benefits + Life Insurance + Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. + Employee Assistance Plan + Flexible Spending Accounts + Retirement + Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer + Family Medical Leave + City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/benefit-offerings/benefits-quickstart-guide/benefit-plan-summaries-highlight-guides) . 01 Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible. The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy. Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay question with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration. Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement. Have you read and understood all the information listed above? + Yes + No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement. 02 Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one) 03 The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process) + My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality. + You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality. 04 Do you have experience in the procurement and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy vehicles and equipment that are typically found in CityFleet’s inventory including passenger vehicles, trucks, and specialty equipment? + Yes + No 05 Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience in the procurement and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy vehicles and equipment that are typically found in CityFleet’s inventory including passenger vehicles, trucks, and specialty equipment. In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 06 Do you have knowledge of the current Electric Vehicle industry and market? + Yes + No 07 Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge of the current Electric Vehicle industry and market. In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 08 Do you have experience with the principles and practices of business communication and program administration? + Yes + No 09 Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience with the principles and practices of business communication and program administration. In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 10 Do you have experience exercising independent judgment, problem-solving, and taking initiative within established procedures and guidelines? + Yes + No 11 Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience exercising independent judgment, problem-solving, and taking initiative within established procedures and guidelines. In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 12 Do you have experience using vehicle specification technology and general office software programs? + Yes + No 13 Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience using vehicle specification technology and general office software programs. In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 14 Do you have the ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders? + Yes + No 15 Provide a detailed example(s) of your ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. Required Question Agency City of Portland Address 1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204 Website http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email