The Position

Transfer List

The purpose of this posting is to gather interest for future opportunities. Please note there may not be an existing vacancy at the time of your submission. You will be notified when your lateral transfer materials are submitted to a bureau(s) for consideration. Please note, you may be contacted multiple times regarding interview opportunities. This posting is only for current internal City of Portland employees.

In this role, you will perform specialized engineering or review developer/building plans; review complex civil and/or geotechnical engineering features of development including steep slope hazards; flood, earthquake and erosion hazards; deep foundations; retaining walls and excavation shoring; and apply advanced geotechnical engineering knowledge to the solution of design, maintenance, improvement and construction problems pertaining to the City's infrastructure and private development.

The eligible list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in Bureau of Development Service (BDS) and Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). For more detailed information regarding these positions, see the Additional Position & Bureau Information section below. We invite all interested candidates to attend one of the optional information sessions to learn more about this wonderful opportunity.

This classification is represented by the City of Portland Professional and Technical Employees Local 17 (PTE 17). The PTE 17 labor agreement can be found on our Labor Agreements webpage.

Our Equity Commitment:
The Bureau of Development Services is committed to eliminating racism and all discriminatory practices in our services and in our workplace because we understand the positive value of equitable systems.

Equity: Conditions that allow everyone to flourish so that race, gender, ability and/or other held identities do not determine access or outcomes.

To find out more about the Bureau's Commitment to Equity please visit

To Qualify

Applicants must meet each of the following qualifications per HRAR 7.01:

• Hold regular status in this classification
• Passed probationary period

Or

• Hold limited duration status in this classification

The following are the knowledge, skills and abilities that the bureau has identified as critical and your resume should include/highlight these areas.

1. Knowledge of civil engineering theory, concepts, principles, practices, materials, construction techniques, current industry trends; City, State and Federal regulations and standards related to geotechnical engineering.
2. Knowledge of principles of design, construction, and maintenance of the geotechnical features of construction as they relate to present-day building codes and professional standards of practice.
3. Knowledge of geotechnical principles and practices and soil mechanics applicable to earthquake engineering.
4. Ability to review and interpret complex and technical plans, specifications, reports, and calculations; perform difficult technical research; analyze complex engineering problems; evaluate alternatives; and recommend effective courses of action.
5. Ability to communicate scientific and technical matters, both orally and in writing, to non-technical individuals, including policymakers and the public; to engage in problem-solving and conflict resolution; to represent the City; and to partner effectively with citizens, community groups, and development professionals.

Applicants must also possess:

• Certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer at the time of hire.
• A valid state driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of hire.

The Recruitment Process

A review of your eligibility will be conducted and validated. If you meet the eligibility requirements you will be placed on the lateral transfer eligible list. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 7.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to final selection.

Additional Information

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a professional résumé online, as well as answer the supplemental questions pertaining to eligibility per HRAR 7.01:

• Your answers to the supplemental questions will be validated to ensure you meet the eligibility requirement per HRAR 7.01. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in ineligibility.
• Your résumé should support information that reflects the knowledge, skills and abilities identified in the To Qualify section. Resume is not used in determining eligibility to be placed on the transfer eligibility list, it will provide information for consideration in the selection

Veteran's Preference
If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215 and/or Veteran's Administration letter stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veteran's Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment you apply for.
Veteran's Preference documentation must be submitted at the time transfer application request is submitted.

Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at time of application.

It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply. If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting an accommodation, the requests must be made to the Analyst(s) named below no later than the closing date of this announcement.

Questions
Bureau of Human Resources
inboxrecruitment@portlandoregon.gov

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Transfer List. The purpose of this posting is to gather interest for future opportunities. Please note there may not be an existing vacancy at the time of your submission. You will be notified when your lateral transfer materials are submitted to a bureau(s) for consideration. Please note, you may be contacted multiple times regarding interview opportunities. This posting is only for current internal City of Portland employees. In this role, you will perform specialized engineering or review developer/building plans; review complex civil and/or geotechnical engineering features of development including steep slope hazards; flood, earthquake and erosion hazards; deep foundations; retaining walls and excavation shoring; and apply advanced geotechnical engineering knowledge to the solution of design, maintenance, improvement and construction problems pertaining to the City's infrastructure and private development. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in Bureau of Development Service (BDS) and Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). For more detailed information regarding these positions, see the Additional Position & Bureau Information section below. We invite all interested candidates to attend one of the optional information sessions to learn more about this wonderful opportunity. This classification is represented by the City of Portland Professional and Technical Employees Local 17 (PTE 17). The PTE 17 labor agreement can be found on our Labor Agreements webpage. Our Equity Commitment: The Bureau of Development Services is committed to eliminating racism and all discriminatory practices in our services and in our workplace because we understand the positive value of equitable systems. Equity: Conditions that allow everyone to flourish so that race, gender, ability and/or other held identities do not determine access or outcomes. To find out more about the Bureau's Commitment to Equity please visit To Qualify Applicants must meet each of the following qualifications per HRAR 7.01: Hold regular status in this classification. Passed probationary period. Or. Hold limited duration status in this classification. The following are the knowledge, skills and abilities that the bureau has identified as critical and your resume should include/highlight these areas. Knowledge of civil engineering theory, concepts, principles, practices, materials, construction techniques, current industry trends; City, State and Federal regulations and standards related to geotechnical engineering. Knowledge of principles of design, construction, and maintenance of the geotechnical features of construction as they relate to present-day building codes and professional standards of practice. Knowledge of geotechnical principles and practices and soil mechanics applicable to earthquake engineering. Ability to review and interpret complex and technical plans, specifications, reports, and calculations; perform difficult technical research; analyze complex engineering problems; evaluate alternatives; and recommend effective courses of action. Ability to communicate scientific and technical matters, both orally and in writing, to non-technical individuals, including policymakers and the public; to engage in problem-solving and conflict resolution; to represent the City; and to partner effectively with citizens, community groups, and development professionals. Applicants must also possess:Certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer at the time of hire. A valid state driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of hire.

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