City of Portland - Lead-Based Paint Program Coordinator

Start Date: February 25, 2025 | End Date: August 24, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Other
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Housing and Economic Development Department, Housing and Community Development (HCD) Division

About the HCD Division:

The HCD Division team supports a wide variety of projects and programs, including social and neighborhood services, public health, public facilities, and infrastructure in eligible neighborhoods and housing rehabilitation and housing development.

Job Summary:

The HCD Division seeks a candidate to assist in administering the Lead Safe Housing Program, a county-wide lead paint hazard reduction initiative. This is a HUD-funded position anticipated to be funded through January 2029.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Program Manager in project coordination with property owners, contractors, and tenants;

• Management of tenant relocation during abatement activities;

• Act as tenant liaison to conduct individual needs assessment and support as abatement occurs;

• Maintenance of required recordkeeping and data collection systems;

• Development and implementation of a marketing and education/outreach program in order to generate enrollment through partnerships with landlord associations, faith-based groups, neighborhood associations, and local non-profits;

• Coordinate program activities with outside public agencies, such as the Maine CDC and Portland public Health;

• Complete required reporting as needed;

• Participate in lead poisoning prevention committees and similar efforts;

• Work collaboratively through networking and technical expertise to all Cumberland County code enforcement offices and ensures program is utilized throughout the County;

• Requires attendance at a HUD-sponsored conference, held at various locations throughout the US each year.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and three years’ experience in public or environmental health, environmental management or government assisted programs, or an equivalent combination of work experience and training;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and diverse groups of community members;

• Ability to communicate to groups in a public forum using oral and written skills;

• Knowledge of lead-based paint hazards, abatement methods, and possess or obtain within 6 months of hire a Certified Lead Abatement Supervisor License;

• Must possess a Maine Class C driver’s license and personal vehicle available for work use.

Expected Hours/Schedule:

Full-Time (37.5 hours/week), Project position - Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Applications accepted until filled

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is Pro-Tech Grade 7 position. Salary Range starting at: $28.90/hour, based on experience and qualifications.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits may include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives

• Thirteen paid holidays

• Sick, vacation, and personal leave

• Dental, vision and income protection insurances

• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan

• Use of City recreation facilities

• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please email [email protected].

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [email protected].

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