Street Systems Division Maintenance Supervisor II - Updated

Overview

Job Appointment : Full time

Work Schedule : This is a manager / supervisor position. As of April 2025, all manager and supervisor positions are required to report in person to their worksites full time.

Work Location : 929 N Kerby Ave, Portland, OR 97227. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here.

Benefits : Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position.

Language Pay Premium Eligible : This position may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees.

Union Representation : None, Non-represented.

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.

About the position

Program Managers (Maintenance Supervisor II) are an essential part of the Maintenance Operations' divisions. These positions provide equitable leadership while planning, organizing, and managing the division's dynamic workload and supporting the Bureau's strategic goals.

About the division

Street Systems Division has ~100 employees and provides essential maintenance and repair services for the City's 4,800 miles of roadways. The division is responsible for a variety of roadway programs, ranging from large-scale paving projects with a 30-person crew to pothole repairs completed by small teams. The division also supports other City bureaus by paving back their water / sewer / storm trenches and contributes to safety projects and the ADA curb ramp program.

What you'll get to do

• Provide leadership focused on creating a workplace culture aligned with the City of Portland's Core Values of anti-racism, communication, collaboration, equity, transparency, and fiscal responsibility
• Plan, organize, manage, and optimize the work of staff engaged in maintenance and repair programs
• Develop divisional performance measures, monitor outcomes, report on productivity goals, and apply continuous improvement to ensure quality, durability, and timely maintenance and repairs
• Establish standards and best practices to monitor program performance against goals for consistent quality and progressive results
• Develop annual work plans, determine priorities, allocate resources, and manage budgets for related programs
• Be creative, innovative, and collaborate with team members and partners to achieve the best outcomes for the city
• Oversee procurement of equipment, parts, and supplies to support operational objectives
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic, team-based environment
• Sustain a culture of safety, organizational excellence, stewardship, and professionalism
• Apply continuous improvement principles in daily work and long-range planning

Who you are

An experienced leader with a commitment to your position as well as your team. Ethical, fair, and supportive leadership aligned with the City's Core Values

Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences, both verbal and written

Aptitude for continuous improvement and change management; able to stay flexible and make quick, stable decisions in a fast-paced environment

Proactively identifies problems and collaborates to resolve them

Knowledge of project management principles; can support, lead, and review operational projects

Effective in a professional, diverse environment; respectful and accountable

Capable of taking charge and delivering tasks timely and accurately

Passion for public service and ensuring projects and emergencies are completed efficiently

Able to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment

Values building trust and partnerships to support an inclusive culture

About the Bureau

The Portland Bureau of Transportation is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage, and maintain a transportation system that provides access and mobility. We keep Portland moving. For more information, visit Transportation | Portland.gov.

Have a question?

Tami Larison, Recruiter

Bureau of Human Resources

Tamara.Larison@portlandoregon.gov

Minimum qualifications

Applicant requirements

Needed : A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Although not required, you may have one or more of the following :

Application windows and steps : STEP 1 : Apply online between September 22, 2025 – October 13, 2025

Required Application Materials : Resume and answers to supplemental questions

Optional : Veteran documents if requesting Veteran Preference

We have updated veteran preference processes; see the announcement for details.

Step 2 : Minimum Qualification Evaluation – Week of October 13, 2025

Step 3 : Establishment of Eligible List – Week of October 13, 2025

Step 4 : Selection (Interview) – Late October

Step 5 : Offer of Employment – November 2025

Some positions may require a criminal background statement prior to employment. For additional information regarding Core Values, Recruitment Process, Equal Employment Opportunity, Veteran Preference, and accommodations, click here.

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