Remote Water Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

The Position Job Appointment: Full time, Regular Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; occasional weekends and evenings Work Location: Hybrid - The Portland Building, 1120 SW Fifth Avenue, Portland, OR 97204. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here.

Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees Union Representation: CPPW (City of Portland Professional Workers). To view this labor agreement, please click here. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal.

You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. Note: Do not include your age, date of birth, or the dates you attended or graduated from school. Only provide this information if it is specifically requested to meet job requirements or to follow federal, state, or local laws or rules.

Position Summary The Regional Water Providers Consortium (Consortium) is seeking applicants who are interested in a rewarding career as a Consortium Analyst (Analyst I). The Consortium Analyst is an integral part of the Consortium's three-person team which will work collaboratively with Consortium staff, water provider members, and partners to achieve the goals and strategic initiatives outlined in the Consortium's 5-year Strategic Plan. The Consortium's work is rooted in collaboration and is divided into three categories: water conservation, emergency preparedness and resiliency, and strengthening regional partnerships.

This position is fully funded through the Consortium and is housed in the Portland Water Bureau's Resource Protection and Planning Group through a staffing agreement. As Consortium Analyst, your work will focus on three main areas: Program Implementation and Analysis Lead or support regional committees and workgroups made up of representatives from 26 water providers (e.g. facilitate meetings, lead discussions, coordinate peer-to-peer resource sharing, and compile meeting summaries)

Organize, coordinate, implement, and evaluate Consortium member training and professional development initiatives that strengthen water provider capabilities. (Example event types: emergency equipment drills, tabletop exercises, workshops, meeting and panel discussions, trainings, information sessions, and webinars.) Lead planning and implementation of Consortium projects, products, and programs as assigned. Use the Consortium's Strategic Plan, member input, and other data to evaluate and make recommendations for incorporating performance metrics, process improvements, or cost savings into projects and programming

Assist with tracking legislation, regulatory requirements, and work from other jurisdictions that are relevant to drinking water providers as needed. Program Administration Present information on Consortium programs and projects to the Consortium Board, Executive Committee, Technical Committee, and other committees/work groups. Coordinate or support program administration functions including contracting and developing materials that inform and/or support decision making of Consortium members.

Assist Consortium Managing Director with developing, monitoring, reconciling, maintaining, and reporting on the Consortium's annual budget, revenues, and expenditures. Contribute to the Consortium's annual work plan and budget development, 5-year Strategic Plan, and updating/developing other plans commissioned on behalf of Consortium members. Collaboratively work with Consortium staff to maintain an internal file structure and comply with archive requirements.

Public Outreach and Partner Relations Promote the Consortium and its work, key messages, and resources to Consortium members, strategic partners, and the public. Represent and elevate drinking water interests and serve as a Consortium spokesperson in Consortium media campaign interviews and at meetings, events, exercises, and conferences with regional, state, and national partners. Contribute to development and updates of Consortium messages and outreach resources.

As a person, you are: Curious: You approach your work with a growth mindset, aim for continuous development, and are willing to learn about topics aren't yet familiar with. Outcomes-oriented: You enjoy contributing to a small yet highly motivated team. You are a self-starter who is willing to ask questions in order to get direction.

Collaborative: You are team oriented and possess emotional intelligence. You are skilled at relationship building and able to navigate and make decisions with a variety of people. Passionate: You have a passion for public service and are excited to bring your knowledge and skillsets to mission of the Regional Water Providers Consortium.

Problem solver: You are interested in analyzing current processes and systems with a goal of making them more efficient. About Us: The Portland Water Bureau's Resource Protection and Planning Group conducts natural resource stewardship, environmental protection, climate change analysis, and adaptive water resource planning efforts related to Portland's drinking water system. The group contains seven divisions of science, technical, policy, and regulatory compliance staff working to ensure that the natural conditions contributing to Portland's outstanding drinking water sources are protected and maintained.

Its work focuses on the environmental regulations governing endangered species, aquatic habitat, and cultural resources; water supply planning; legislative and regulatory review; and the management and staffing for the Regional Water Providers Consortium. The Regional Water Provider's Consortium (Consortium) provides leadership in the planning, management, stewardship, and resiliency of drinking water in the greater Portland, OR metropolitan region. The Consortium is comprised of 26 water provider members (including the Portland Water Bureau) which are located in Clackamas, Columbia, Multnomah, Washington Counties.

Since its formation in 1997, Consortium members have worked together on regional water supply coordination, water conservation, emergency preparedness, regional coordination, and public outreach programs. The Consortium's values include collaboration, partnership, transparency, resiliency, and equity. This position and the Consortium are fully funded through annual water provider membership dues.

The Consortium's fiscal year 26-27 budget is approximately $1.3 million. Find out more about the Consortium and its work at regionalH2O.org . The Consortium encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds

Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter. We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day-to-day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position. Please use the link to register for this session.

Tuesday August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Registration Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vSc5kShyT8yS8i0bUq5iew *Please note: AI Notetaking apps will not be allowed into virtual sessions hosted by the Bureau of Human Resources Recruitment Team. If you need accommodations as defined by the American Disabilities Act, then please contact the Recruiter for assistance. Questions

We're here to help. If you have questions about this recruitment or need assistance, contact: Tamara Larison, Senior Recruiter Tamara.larison@portlandoregon.gov Bureau of Human Resources To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience using strong communication skills, including experience speaking publicly, facilitating meeting discussions, and preparing clear and persuasive written materials using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating programs or projects, including organizing training or professional development initiatives, events, and activities

Experience applying analytical skills, including the ability to collect and interpret data, solve problems, evaluate options, and present findings to diverse audiences. Experience working with diverse stakeholders who had conflicting priorities in order to reach a shared project or program goal. Applicants must also possess: A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire.

Although not required, you may have one or more of the following: At least three years of experience working for public utilities or other local, state, or federal government agencies Ability to fluently speak and write in one or more of the City's top spoken languages other than English. Demonstrated experience using online tools and services which are used for conducting surveys (e.g. Survey Monkey), displaying mapped content (e.g

GIS, Tableau), distributing electronic newsletters (Emma), or updating web pages (e.g. content management systems like Drupal, Google sites). Experience with contracting (e.g

draft request for proposals, scopes of work, evaluating proposals and qualifications, track expenditures, and ensure requirements are met). Knowledge of emergency management, incident command system (ICS), or drinking water resiliency requirements. Education/Training: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is course work from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, emergency management, water resources, environmental studies, or a related field; AND Experience: Two (2) years of professional and responsible analytical or related work experience.

The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between August 10, 2026- to August 24, 2026 Required Application Materials: Resume Note: Do not include your age, date of birth, or the dates you attended or graduated from school. Only provide this information if it is specifically requested to meet job requirements or to follow federal, state, or local laws or rules. Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: Veteran's Preference documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) must be submitted by the closing date

Effective January 1, 2026, the State of Oregon law ORS 408.225 - 408.238 is amended to expand eligibility for Veterans' Preference to current and former Oregon National Guard service members. If applicants are existing state or former Oregon National Guard servicemembers, they are encouraged to attach appropriate documentation to their future recruitment applications. Update: As of March 3, 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments

To update or remove veteran preference for this recruitment or from your profile, contact the recruiter listed in the job announcement. Application Tips: 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. 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 any additional documents. Do not attach a cover letter, it will not be reviewed. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process by the closing date and time.

E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting.

We encourage using AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of August 24, 2026 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 would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information

Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of August 31, 2026 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. (Update if a Ranked list or other type of list is used) Step 4: Selection (Interview): September 2026 Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview Step 5: Offer of Employment: October 2026 Some positions will require those offered employment to complete and sign a criminal background statement before being considered for employment.

(Include if requires an in-depth background investigation.) Step 6: Start Date: October 2026 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 for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations