Watershed Revegetation Program Manager

The Watershed Revegetation Program Manager is responsible for managing and directing the operations and activities of the Environmental Services Watershed Revegetation program, which initiates and installs biologically complex environmental restoration projects in City watershed areas.

This position directs and manages technical and operational components of watershed revegetation projects; sets program priorities; evaluates sites; oversees and monitors development and implementation of site plans, monitors protocols, plant lists, maintenance prescriptions and other related documentation; develops and reviews contract specifications for contracted materials and services; monitors contract preparation and submission; evaluates and monitors contract compliance and makes clear, logical presentations to staff and management.

This position also directs and monitors biological components of the program to ensure appropriate and successful revegetation of native plants to appropriate habitats; identifies biotic elements of local native ecosystems; analyzes and determines methods to restore these elements on project sites; monitors and evaluates revegetation and directs improvements as needed.

Responsibilities are diverse in scope, require advanced technical knowledge and skill and the exercise of independent professional judgment. This position plans, organizes, directs and assists supervisors and staff in the completion of program work as well as provides leadership to highly competent, service oriented staff through day-to-day management practices that support the City's and bureau's mission, objectives and service expectations.

Applicants must possess:

Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing and maintenance of public records. Knowledge of basic contract administration practices and procedures. Knowledge of horticultural, botanical science and forest management principles, practices, terminology and methods related to watershed revegetation.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively. Ability to define issues, review, analyze and interpret large amounts of data, evaluate alternatives and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules and policies.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, staff, representatives of governmental, professional and community organizations, the public and others encountered in the course of work.

Ability to plan, organize, manage and integrate the activities of a watershed revegetation program to meet City and bureau business and operating objectives, as well as state and federal regulations.

To apply via the Internet go to http://www.ci.portland.or.us/jobs