Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$83,763.90 - $128,373.25 Annual
Department:
Department of County Human Services (DCHS)
Job Type:
Regular Non-Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
June 30, 2025The Opportunity:
Overview
Multnomah County
voters chose to invest in high-quality, culturally affirming, joyous early learning opportunities for all 3 and 4 year-old children. This investment will transform educational experiences for young children and their families and we want you to help make it a success!
As the Early Learning Systems Engagement Supervisor of the Preschool & Early Learning Division (PEL) in the
Department of County Human Services
(DCHS), you will actively champion racial justice and equity within early childhood programs and systems at Multnomah County and in the community. You will supervise a team and develop strong systems and supports so that Preschool for All providers and community partners can create inclusive programs and systems where all children can thrive and remain in their preschool placements.
You will utilize the community framework and vision for
Preschool for All
as a foundation for policy development, program planning, and implementation strategies. You will cultivate and nurture partnerships with preschool providers, Multnomah Early Childhood Program, community based organizations, Child Care Resources & Referral, the Behavioral Health Division in the Multnomah County Health Department, the Oregon Department of Early Learning & Care, and other early childhood system organizations. Your leadership and demonstrated commitment to racial justice will support PEL within DCHS and will guide the system engagement policies and partnerships.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Develop, implement and oversee quality management and change management plans and systems
- Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to support the preschool initiative
- Support the planning and development of a mixed-delivery system of independently run preschool programs across Multnomah County
- Build relationships and lead day-to-day operations and ongoing management of supports for PFA system partners such as the Child Care Resource and Referral, Multnomah Education Service District, and the Multnomah Early Childhood Program
- Identify gaps and opportunities to strengthen PFA partnerships and work
- Project manage systems engagement efforts
- Make connections across other early learning efforts in the state and county
- Develop and implement program and system policies and procedures that promote racial equity internally and externally
- Establish and manage tracking systems, regular communication, and meeting structures to ensure that PFA system partners receive clear guidance and consistent communication
- Develop and manage clear procedures and processes for staff, partners, and providers, including contract monitoring
- Anticipate future challenges and questions and work to collaboratively and proactively prevent or address them
- Work closely with the Policy and Partnerships Team and the entire Preschool and Early Learning Division to assist in creating consistency across coaching, family supports, provider communication, educator professional development, equity, community systems engagement, work force development efforts, contracting, and other key areas of Division work
- Ensure responsive communication PFA systems partners on ideas and/or concerns. Build trust through timely follow-up, openness to feedback and new ideas, and offering closure or next steps whenever possible
- Keep the Policy & Partnerships Manager and other relevant Division staff and leadership informed of implementation challenges, questions, and successes in a proactive and productive way
- Support the recruitment and selection of new PFA systems partners and Preschool for All providers
- Conceptualize, define, and develop partnerships and projects to create innovative or more effective services and supports for providers, children, and families
- Develop, implement and oversee quality initiatives and change management plans for the Preschool for All system that are deeply informed by the feedback of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color who interact with the division and the participating preschool programs
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
- Promoting Equity: Deconstruct barriers to a racially just system. Cultivate work environments that value truth-telling, courage and vulnerability, space to think and reflect, community-mindedness, shared power, hope, and openness to difficult conversations.
- Leadership and Creativity: Demonstrate understanding of the culture, political nature and interpersonal relationships that drive success at the County. Lead by example and move work forward through personal actions and collaboration. Provide meaningful feedback regarding the nature, design and intended outcomes of work in relation to the needs and demands of the County and the communities it serves. Seek, advocate for, and implement improved methods, systems and approaches to meet changing organizational needs.
- Acting with Integrity: Act in a manner that is consistently truthful, reliable, trustworthy and transparent in words and actions.
- Navigating Change: You accept change as an inevitable part of work and adapt to plans as needed. You demonstrate self-awareness, effectively manage emotions under pressure, and readily offer support and encouragement to others.
- Learning Agility: Awareness of changing workplace trends, and possess the ability and desire to adapt your own skills and knowledge while encouraging others to do the same. Able to identify issues and educate self and others regarding paths to problem resolution.
Key Knowledge & Experience:
- Advanced knowledge of early childhood systems, early care and education, and preschool quality
- Knowledge and understanding of cultures, customs and social experiences of communities experiencing marginalization and barriers to opportunity, especially for Black and Indigenous child care providers and families, and families and providers of color
- Advanced knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in the context of culturally affirming and culturally specific early childhood services and/or early learning experiences
- Experience using knowledge and understanding of institutional racism and systemic oppression to build and/or change processes, policies, and/or procedures
- Experience using a participatory management style to promote teamwork and a "learning" work environment for employees
- Experience in supervising and leading diverse teams
- Experience in leading complex projects, programs, and/or initiatives
- Advanced written and oral communication skills
- Experience working with diverse communities
- Ability to easily adapt to changing priorities and to demonstrate close attention to details
- Comfort with change
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:
- Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
- Five (5) years of experience in early childhood education (children ages 0-5 years of age)
- Five (5) years of increasingly responsible program management experience including supervision
- Five (5) years of experience working with early learning systems partners, culturally specific organizations and community based organizations
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must pass a criminal background check
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):
- Advanced knowledge of early childhood education settings, systems, and structures, including early childhood intervention.
- Advance knowledge and experience in creating, coordinating, and overseeing budget and contracts with systems partners
- Advanced knowledge of best practices in early childhood education and preschool quality, including instructional and inclusion practices
- Advanced ability to identify and address personal biases.
- Advanced knowledge and skill in advancing racial justice, understanding how systems of oppression intersect, and applying an equity lens in policy and programming processes.
- Transferable Skills:
Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences 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. Equity note: Research suggests that women and Black, Indigenous, and other persons of color are less likely than men and white job-seekers to apply for positions unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply, and allow us to evaluate the knowledge, skills and abilities that you demonstrate, using an intentional equity lens.
Screening and Evaluation
Required Application Packet:
Your completed application must include all of the following items:
1) A completed online application and resume.
2) A cover letter. Please attach a cover letter as a separate document.
3) In your cover letter:
- Please describe how your background and experience qualifies you and make you a great candidate in this role as described in the job announcement.
- Preschool for All is a unique opportunity to build a new system for children and families in our community. Please include why working on this initiative appeals to you.
Please note: Your application and/or resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview. The quality of your response may determine if you are moved on to the next review. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the online application/resume about how your background is relevant. Information stated in your cover letter must be consistent with your application and/or resume (when applicable).
Internal candidates: After you have submitted your application, please check your Workday inbox and complete the Veterans’ Preference Questionnaire prior to the application deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference for this recruitment. Review our
veterans’ preference page
for details about eligibility and how to apply. The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.
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:- Initial review of minimum qualifications
- An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
- Consideration of top candidates through phone screen and/or interviews
- Background and 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, management position is not eligible for overtime pay
Location: Rockwood Market Hall: 464 SE 185th Avenue, Portland, OR 97233
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Teleworking: At this time, this position can be designated as routine telework. This designation of telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees who telework must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.
Benefits: Multnomah County offers a generous benefits package. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit:
https://multco.us/benefits/new-employee-benefits
Pay Equity: The county regularly reviews pay equity for our workforce. When setting pay we consider applicants’ education, experience, seniority, training, and tenure in relation to other employees performing a similar level of work.
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:
Anne Blumenauer
Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
+1 (971) 9175769
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.
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