Historic and Cultural Resources Compliance Coordinator (Coordinator III - CPPW) - Limited Duration

Job Appointment :   Full time, Limited Duration. Persons appointed to limited term positions will be designated as limited duration employees whose appointments shall not exceed two (2) years except for the extension of grants or funding from future sources.

Work Schedule :   Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm with occasional work into mid-evening. Alternate schedule may be available.

Work Location :   Hybrid. The Vanport Building - 1810 SW 5th Avenue. 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 or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees.

Union Representation :   City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). To view this labor agreement, please click here.

Application Materials :   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.

Position Summary

The Historic and Cultural Resources Compliance Coordinator serves as a citywide expert on state and federal historic and cultural resource requirements. Working under the general direction of a supervisor, and in partnership with the City's Historic Resources Program Manager, you will lead efforts to create consistent Citywide practices for complying with state and federal laws. This role requires strong independent judgment, effective collaboration, and the ability to negotiate solutions to complex historic and cultural resource issues.

What you'll do :

Serve as the primary liaison between City project managers and compliance units at the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office and Tribal Historic Preservation Offices.

Partner with staff across multiple City bureaus responsible for managing property, projects, and permits subject historic and cultural resource laws.

Develop intergovernmental agreements and internal documents, including standard practices and procedures for compliance with state and federal laws.

Provide guidance and training to City project managers.

• Oversee the development of a Programmatic Agreement for urban rail infrastructure (streetcar tracks).

Monitor, assess, and report on Citywide compliance with historic and cultural resource requirements.

Consult on projects requiring compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

A strong candidate may have training or experience  in historic preservation, archaeology, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, placemaking, community development, economic development, or a related field. The following qualities will help you succeed in this position :

Collaborative and Independent :   Builds strong partnerships while also working independently with minimal supervision.

Strong Communicator :   Listens actively, identifies concerns, engages respectfully, conveys information clearly, checks for understanding, and adapts communication style to different audiences.

Proficient Time Manager :   Demonstrates exceptional planning skills, consistently meets deadlines, and responds promptly to inquiries, showcasing efficient time allocation and prioritization.

Solutions Oriented : A problem solver who uses critical thinking to identify options to tackle issues and create opportunities.

Emotionally Intelligent : Shows empathy, professionalism, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills in team settings.

About the Bureau

The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability develops creative and practical solutions that enhance Portland's livability, preserve distinctive places and plan for a resilient future. We are committed to advancing equity to achieve prosperous, healthy, resilient communities. In collaboration with community partners, we provide; comprehensive land use, neighborhood, economic, historic and environmental planning, and urban design; policy and technical services to advance green building and a just transition to clean energy, waste prevention, composting and recycling, and a sustainable food system; administration of the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund; policy to address climate change; regulation of private franchise utilities; administration of the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission; and digital equity and inclusion policy, projects and outreach. (http : / / www.portland.gov / bps). For more information about Portland’s recycling, composting and garbage programs visit : (https : / / www.portland.gov / bps / garbage-recycling)

BPS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. We encourage candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with abroad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply. Although not required, BPS encourages candidates that can fluently speak more than one language to include that information in your resume. BPS offers an excellent benefits package, flexible work schedules and support for training and skills development in a positive, engaging, and creative work environment.

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.

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

12 : 00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Zoom Registration Link :   https : / / us06web.zoom.us / meeting / register / FNMuksMeRhivRHyPgiELKA

Have a question?

Contact Information :

Tamela Ressler, Recruiter

Bureau of Human Resources

Tamela.Ressler@portlandoregon.gov

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position :

Preferred Qualifications

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

STEP 1 : Apply online between December 1, 2025 - December 22, 2025

Required Application Materials :

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.

Optional Application Materials :

Application Tips :

Step 2 : Minimum Qualification Evaluation : December 23, 2025 - January 2, 2026

Step 3 : Establishment of Eligible List : Week of January 5, 2026

Step 4 : Selection (Interview) : Mid-to-Late January 2026

Step 5 : Offer of Employment : February 2026

Step 6 : Start Date : March 2026

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An Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation details : 99860.8-129729.6 Yearly Salary

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