Road Maintenance Program Supervisor

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

Pay Range:

$85,774.23 - $131,454.21 Annual

Department:

Department of Community Services (DCS)

Job Type:

Regular Non-Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

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

September 07, 2025

The Opportunity:

OVERVIEW:

This Work Matters!

The Department of Community Services’ Transportation division is looking for a full-time Program Supervisor to work in its Road Maintenance team.

The Multnomah County Transportation Division is made up of three major programs: Survey, Willamette River Bridges, and Roads. The Road program consists of Planning and Development, Engineering and Capital projects, and Maintenance. The Road program is responsible for planning and constructing improvements to and maintaining the County road system.

The County road system consists of areas in the west hills outside the City of Portland, on Sauvie Island, in Fairview, Wood Village, and Troutdale, and in the rural area around Corbett. This program takes care of about 270 center lane miles of roads, thousands of drainage culverts, 25 small bridges, several major culverts, and other assets critical to the proper function of the road system.

As a Program Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing, planning, and supporting the effort to maintain the county’s road system including the urban and rural roads, culverts, small bridges, and other structures in a manner that is consistent with the Transportation division's strategic plan and the Department of Community Services’ mission, values and equity strategic plan.

Road Maintenance currently includes one Road Maintenance Manager and three Program Supervisor positions to manage the staff, equipment, and work of the program. In this role, you will work closely with the Manager and other Program Supervisors and directly supervise staff to accomplish the programs goals, build and maintain rapport with the community, develop and manage the program budget while utilizing Asset Management based practices. You will use your leadership skills to further the County’s Workforce plan to create an environment and culture based on safety, trust, and belonging.

Specifically, you will plan, organize, manage, and administer functions, activities, and services of the Road Maintenance program with the two other Program Supervisors and Manager.

You will hire, train, and review the work of a diverse workforce, act as a resource, coach and mentor to staff, and provide direction, guidance, and leadership.

You will provide expert guidance to other departments, the general public, and/or outside agencies; represent Multnomah County Road Maintenance to the public, elected officials, other agencies, governments, and organizations including making presentations, participating in meetings, and conducting community outreach; act as representative on committees, special projects, and other community outreach activities.

You will respond and resolve confidential and sensitive inquiries; investigate complaints and recommend corrective actions as necessary.

You will conduct analysis on best practices and trends, and formulate and implement recommendations to improve the program outcomes.  

At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.

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 website.

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. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Three years of increasingly responsible road maintenance experience including one year of lead responsibility
• The equivalent to a high school diploma
• State Issued Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable 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.

• Thorough knowledge of Road Maintenance practices, procedures, equipment and materials, including stormwater management
• Advanced skills in working cooperatively and harmoniously with staff, peers, superiors, community members and special interest groups to gain cooperation and support
• Ability to lead through collaboration, team building, mentoring, and coaching, and model this leadership style for others
• Strong budgeting and planning skills
• Comfortable with computer, iPad, smartphone usage
• Comfortable with Google email, calendar, drive, sheets, docs, or similar applications.
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to understand and review engineering plans
• Project management skills
• Strong managerial and leadership skills
• Ability to analyze data from various sources and draw logical conclusions

*Transferable skills: Your 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:

Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:

1. Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.

2. Resume:Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.

3. Cover Letter: This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

4. Responses to supplemental questions: Keep in mind we may use your responses to supplemental questions as a screening tool, without reviewing the remainder of your application or attachments. The quality and strength of your answers may determine if you move forward in the process. Respond to each question completely and concisely. Refer to your relevant experience (paid or unpaid) and training.

Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of this job posting. Please be thorough, as these materials will be used to determine your eligibility for an interview.

Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.

The Selection Process:

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

1.Initial review of minimum qualifications

2.Most qualified application review

3.Panel interview

4.Consideration of top candidates

5.Reference checks

Note:Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This salaried, supervisory position is not eligible for overtime. This position may work days, nights, weekends and/or holidays during emergencies.

Location: (District 1 Road Shop) 10814 NW Quarry Rd, Portland OR 97231

Schedule:Monday - Thursday 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Essential Worker: This position is considered “Essential” and will require the candidate to report to work in all weather conditions.

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 the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

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:

Vlad Mirko

Email:

vlad.mirko@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 3184861

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:

9361 - Program Supervisor