Associate Development Project Manager (Limited Duration) - Metro

 
Hello, we’re Metro! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow.

The Planning, Development & Research department is looking for a limited duration Associate Development Project Manager to play a key part in advancing the region’s growth goals by supporting Metro’s Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Program and the Affordable Housing Bond Site Acquisition Program (SAP).

Metro’s TOD Program and SAP invest in higher-density, affordable and mixed-income housing along transit corridors and in development centers. This role, which will support both programs by evaluating real estate development projects for compliance with grant criteria, will guide decisions on grant awards and have a tangible impact on the future of urban development and housing equity in the Portland region. The successful candidate will work on meaningful initiatives with a collaborative, supportive team, while enjoying a significant degree of autonomy.

Join us in creating vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive communities across the Portland region, contributing to projects like the award-winning Orchards at 82nd Ave in Southeast Portland and Glisan Landing in Northeast Portland. Current projects include redevelopment of parcels in Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Gresham, and Portland, as well as evaluating land banking opportunities to support equitable development along transit corridors.  

The Planning, Development & Research department is committed to equitable outcomes across the region. Read the Department’s Equity Strategy here.
 
As the Associate Development Project Manager Position you will:

• Review TOD grant applications, (development financial projections, architectural design plans, legal documents, and other real estate documentation) for compliance with grant criteria.
• Prepare staff reports and present grant award recommendations to the TOD Steering Committee.
• Assist with multiple SAP and TOD projects and related program activities that require a familiarity with transit-oriented development principles, financial analysis, and real estate development due diligence.
• Support negotiations in the public interest for the acquisition of land, provision of incentives for higher density development, redevelopment, affordable housing or other related program interests.
• Assist with land banking purchases and participate in site due diligence activities as part of a team.
• Help administer agreements and contracts with agencies and contractors; monitor work completed by consultants, contracting agencies and other organizations as appropriate. 
• Support Metro’s partnerships with private landowners, land developers, community-based organizations, local jurisdictions, regional transit agencies (TriMet) and Metro. 

Attributes for success

• Ability to work and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with people of all ages and from a variety of cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds. 
• Experience with real estate projects and concepts with an ability to analyze real estate projects for compliance with grant criteria 
• Experience with presenting technical information clearly to elected officials and the general public. 
• Detail-oriented with project and time management skills. 
• Comfortable in a fast-paced work environment where you must regularly adjust to changing conditions.
• Ability to navigate the needs of various stakeholders and find an equitable consensus and outcome. 
• Experience with Excel or other database programs to conduct simple equations and produce tables and charts.
• Passion for people, policy and technical details. 

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION                                              
At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro’s goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.  
 
Learn more about Metro’s Diversity Action Plan
 
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 in your application materials on how your background is relevant.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, business, landscape architecture, economics, urban studies or related field, AND
• Two years of experience in planning, economics, economic development, real estate development and/or grant administration, OR
• Any combination of education, professional, volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.

If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply
If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.
 
Hybrid Telework 
At this time, this position is designated as “hybrid telework.” You will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The manager will work with you to identify a schedule that balances the operational needs of the department and your needs. Employees must reside in Oregon or Washington to work at Metro.
 
Currently, this position is required to be in the office one day per week on Wednesdays for in-person team meetings. However, you’ll enjoy the freedom to flex your hours and the option to work a 4/10 schedule if desired. Additionally, the role does not require a full 40-hour workweek, although you must work a minimum of 32 hours per week.
 
Like to have qualifications
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider them when identifying the most qualified candidates. 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.

• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Understanding and experience supporting real estate development projects within a complex regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of public-private partnerships and affordable housing finance.
• Intermediate or advanced database management skills.
• Experience producing charts, tables and infographics for reports and presentations.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following required documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
 

• A completed Resume that includes the details for each employer
  1. Name of employer, working title  
  2. Dates of employment; including if the work was full-time or part-time your title, 
  3. Summary of your responsibilities
• A cover letter that details how your skills and experience have prepared you for success in this role. Include the following information:
  1. Experience with real estate projects and concepts
  2. Experience presenting technical information and ideas in writing and in person
  3. Experience with Excel or other database programs to conduct simple equations and produce tables and charts
  4. Detail-oriented with project and time management skills
  5. Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
  6. Passion for people policy and technical details

The selection process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Reference check 

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATON
The full salary range for this position is step 1 $76,835.20 to step # $103,064.00. However, unless a candidate’s qualifications justify, based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements and Metro’s internal equity review process, the appointment will likely be made between step 1 $76,835.20 to the equity range step 4 $ 89,024.00.
 
This position is not eligible for overtime and is represented by AFSCME 3580. It is classified as an Associate Regional Planner.
 
Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions. View the classification description.

Questions?
Recruiter: Jasmine Cárdenas
Email: Jasmine.Cardenas@oregonmetro.gov